Flooding taking its toll on Hudson, Wis. riverfront businesses
Businesses in Hudson, Wisconsin, are experiencing an unusually slow start to summer due to a flooded St. Croix riverfront.
Prankster trolls Minneapolis neighborhood with ‘new Starbucks' hoax
The addition of a Starbucks in a Minneapolis neighborhood known for locally owned businesses and artists is a hoax, a spokesperson for Starbucks has confirmed.
E-bike rebate redo: Minnesota opens applications again on July 2
After the first round of electric bike rebate applications crashed its system, Minnesota will again try to offer cyclists a kickback for a new purchase.
Walgreens planning to close significant number of US stores, CEO says
Walgreens is planning to close a significant share of U.S. stores, CEO Tim Wentworth of parent company Walgreens Boots Alliance told the Wall Street Journal.
Fathers earned 31% more in annual wages than mothers in 2023, study finds
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
More than 40% of Americans have no clue what a 401k is, survey finds
More than one-third of respondents confessed to not knowing the term “interest” in a financial context.
Paramount+ price hike: Here’s how much streaming subscriptions will cost
Paramount Global said Monday that Paramount+ with Showtime and Paramount+ Essential will receive a price hike for new monthly subscribers come Aug. 20.
Some UPS drivers still waiting for air conditioning in trucks as temperatures soar nationwide
Some UPS drivers are still waiting for air-conditioned trucks as some areas around the country face sweltering heat just days into the official summer season.
Hooters is closing several 'underperforming' US locations
Hooters is closing several "underperforming" restaurants across the U.S., joining a growing list of dining chains facing tough times.
Half of Americans work while on vacation, and feel guilty for taking one
Experts weigh in on why many American workers cannot unplug from their job.
Limited Too, early 2000s mall favorite of preteens, teases a comeback
Limited Too, a tween clothing retailer known for its bright, funky style, has reemerged on social media with an announcement of a comeback.
Major retailers closing doors amid inflation, lower consumer demand
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.
Olive Garden raising prices again amidst struggles
The restaurant chain is hiking its menu prices despite a decline in sales and customers limiting trips to eat out.
Medical debt may come off credit reports soon, helping Americans qualify for more financial products
Medical debt often informs lender decisions, so removing these debts from credit reports can help borrowers qualify for more financing.
Rite Aid to close over two dozen stores amid bankruptcy proceedings
Rite Aid filed a “notice of additional closing stores" identifying 27 locations in Michigan and Ohio that it has added to the chopping block.
Iconic American companies that aren't in America anymore
Tupperware announced this month that it's shuttering its last remaining manufacturing plant in the U.S. and moving operations to Mexico -- the latest iconic brand to relocate its manufacturing plants or headquarters.
St. Paul minimum wage increase for small biz goes into effect next month
A minimum wage increase for workers at small businesses in St. Paul is set to go into effect next month.
Forecasters project active hurricane season as homeowners remain unprepared for damages
Homeowners are also willing to spend more than $1,000 to prepare their homes against hurricanes, but a majority have no plan ahead of this year's hurricane season, according to a recent survey.
Waffle House will raise wages for tipped workers amid labor advocacy efforts
Waffle House is increasing pay for its U.S. workers - and menu prices are going up.