BBB gives tips on how to avoid scams about COVID-19 economic impact payments
Payments will begin making their way into accounts within the next few weeks, but the BBB says scammers are taking advantage now.
Out of a job? These places are currently hiring
While many businesses have been ordered to temporarily close amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, some Minnesota businesses are not only staying open—they are also hiring.
Costco to limit number of people in stores
Starting this Friday, Costco says only two people will be allowed in their warehouses with each membership card.
Gas prices fall below $1 at some gas stations in Minnesota
The price of gasoline fell under $1 gallon at some gas stations in the Twin Cities metro Wednesday.
Walmart to take employees' temperatures, add one-way aisles to prevent spread of coronavirus
Walmart will not start scanning employees every day before they come in and institute one-way aisles to attempt to mitigate the spread of coronavirus.
Housing market going strong as companies adapt to COVID-19 restrictions
While the economy has taken a hit due to COVID-19, the real estate market is going strong.
Grocers to shoppers: Practice social distancing, buy smart and try new products
Grocery shopping one of the activities Minnesotans are allowed to leave home for under Gov. Tim Walz’s stay-at-home order, which is in place for the next two weeks to help slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
Heading to the store? Experts give tips for safe handling of your groceries
Grocery store runs are some of the only times Minnesotans are leaving home, so experts explained how to protect yourself and your food when you go.
Costco stores install plexiglass around registers as coronavirus cases continue to rise
FOX 35 News visited the Costco in Altamonte Springs and saw plexiglass surrounding the register and cashier.
Target to stop accepting in-store returns, exchanges for 3 weeks amid COVID-19 pandemic
Target will stop accepting in-store returns and exchanges for the next three weeks--one of several changes the Minneapolis-based retailer is making to protect employees and customers amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Minnesota unemployment disproportionately impacts women, young people
Business closures due to COVID-19 have affected women and young workers disproportionately, according to an update from Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Steve Grove.
Cyber crimes soar as scammers use coronavirus as way in
Cyber criminals are taking advantage of the fear and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak, as government and healthcare organizations experience a major increase in phishing attempts.
Trump: Hanes 'retrofitting' plants to make medical masks, distilleries producing hand sanitizer
President Trump said during a Saturday afternoon briefing that Hanes clothing company will be "retrofitting" its means of production to help supply much-needed medical face masks.
Minnesota receives record 95,300 unemployment applications following COVID-19 closures
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development has received a record 95,352 unemployment applications this week following the cancelation of large public gatherings and the closure of entertainment, fitness and beauty businesses and dine-in service at restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota governor signs executive order prohibiting price gouging amid COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed three more executive orders Friday, including one prohibiting stores from price gouging amid the outbreak of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
Flight change fee waivers, cancellations: This is how major airlines are reacting to COVID-19
Airlines are slashing flights, offering change fee waivers to customers as they experience a sharp drop in bookings in the face of the spreading coronavirus.
Minnesota grocery industry assures: No shortage on the horizon
The grocery store industry is assuring consumers that there is no supply chain issue, despite empty shelves at stores everywhere.
Amid virus outbreak, Minnesota AG Ellison says retailers are price gouging
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says he's gotten dozens of calls from people who think they've gotten fleeced amid the coronavirus outbreak.
COVID-19 test at home? Not yet
For one Minnesota couple, a business opportunity came knocking with COVID-19.
Scammers looking to capitalize on people’s fear of coronavirus; what to know before answering the phone
They pretend to care about you and your family… then comes the sales pitch.