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.
Owatonna’s Bushel Boy fined nearly $200K for unpaid overtime wages
An indoor farming operation in Owatonna, Minnesota, has been ordered to pay nearly $200,000 in back wages and damages after failing to workers.
Iconic American brand closing its last remaining US factory
The iconic American brand is closing its last remaining manufacturing plant in the South Carolina this fall, which will result in more than 100 employees losing their jobs.
These are the industries with the happiest hourly workers, according to survey
Many hourly employees report feeling happy in their daily grind – depending on what kind of shift work they do and even where they live.
Debt Fairness Act signed into MN law offering protections, reform
Minnesotans struggling with medical debt will now have a wider swath of protection after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed the Debt Fairness Act into law on Monday.
Inflation levels remain unchanged in May, brings 2 percent target into focus
Thanks to stable oil prices and little change in demand, gas prices are continuing to fall.
Marijuana production, retail license regulations eyed by Minneapolis
Leaders in Minneapolis are looking to define a wide swath of regulations of both businesses and licenses that will govern how marijuana is grown and sold in the city.
Marcus Theatres will accept tickets from recently closed Alamo Drafthouse
Marcus Theatres in the Twin Cities will accept pre-purchased tickets from Alamo Drafthouse, after the Woodbury movie theater abruptly closed its doors.
Inflation levels remain unchanged in May, brings 2 percent target into focus
Inflation remained relatively unchanged in May, according to the latest inflation report. Here's what that means for interest rates.
50 percent of Americans saving for college don't know about a 529 savings plan: survey
Despite the many advantages 529 savings plans provide, many Americans are not using them as part of the education saving strategy, a recent Edward Jones survey said.
Chick-fil-A location's summer camp for kids draws criticism, sparks debate
Facebook users sound off about Louisiana-based Chick-fil-A camp as some defend it.
New Minneapolis homeless shelter hopes to aid those in need
A new Minneapolis homeless shelter hopes it has a model that can scale up to tackle the issue plaguing some of its residents.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
Denny's leans into Mexican virtual brand
Denny's Corporation will expand its Mexican-inspired virtual brand, Banda Burrito, to over 200 California locations in the coming months to capitalize on off-premise dining, with almost 100 locations already offering the brand as of the first quarter.
A history of Buc-ee's: 5 things you didn’t know about the popular convenience store chain
The Texas-based company has built a loyal following among fans through the years for their food, clean bathrooms, and distinct logo.
Minnesota nutrition program adds Hy-Vee online shopping availability
Minnesota launched the pilot online ordering project in February at one Hy-Vee store, but has since expanded to most Minnesota Hy-Vee stores that offer online pickup and delivery.
Soaring insurance rates drive auto insurance shopping rates higher: report
Shopping rates for new auto insurers climbed in January and February 2024, rebounding from a dip in the previous quarter.
Gas prices to keep dropping as motorists plan Fourth of July road trips: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.