Smith Foundry ordered to end some operations by EPA

A foundry in Minneapolis accused of violating federal air standards will shut down its melting and casting operations as a result of a settlement with the EPA.

CEOs got big raises last year; workers didn't

The typical compensation package for S&P 500 chief executives surged nearly 13% last year to a median of $16.3 million, significantly outpacing the 4.1% rise in private-sector worker wages, highlighting the widening pay gap amid rising inflation and financial pressure on American households.

Spotify raising US prices for premium plans, again

The Sweden-based audio streaming giant announced Monday it is raising prices for its premium plans in the U.S. once again, after increasing subscription fees nearly a year ago.

The 10 cheapest new cars in 2024

Nissan, Kia, Hyundai and Mitsubishi dominate Cars.com's list of the cheapest new cars.

Q1 GDP revised down on lackluster consumer spending

Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 1.3% for the January-through-March period after rising 3.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the BEA's advance estimate.

Social Security has a 'billionaire problem,' advocate warns

Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.

Walgreens joins Target, Walmart in announcing summer price cuts

Walgreens is lowering prices on products, joining other retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon who have announced similar plans to lure in more cost-conscious shoppers.

Dollar Tree says it's moving into some 99 Cents Only stores

Dollar Tree said it acquired leases for 170 locations of 99 Cents Only stores and will reopen under the Dollar Tree brand.

The cheapest spots to buy gas in Minnesota

Gas prices in Minnesota and beyond remain high as we enter the summer travel season.

Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a 'luxury' due to high prices

A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.

Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy

Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.