'Free range' or 'pasture-raised'? USDA to update meat, poultry labels

Both meat producers and animal welfare advocates say the USDA isn’t adequately regulating claims on meat and poultry packaging.

Minnesota adds 7,700 jobs in May

For the third straight month, Minnesota saw a labor force gain, according to data released by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. 

Walt Disney's 'Storybook Mansion' is available for rent; here's how much it'll cost

Walt Disney lived in this beautiful home from 1932 to 1950 and it was in this home where he drew inspiration for the movie “Snow White" and classic characters such as Mary Poppins and Winnie the Pooh.

Popeyes, Wendy's giving away free food in June

Throughout the month of June, both Popeyes and Wendy’s are giving customers the chance to cash in on free food. Here are the details.

Frozen fruit sold at Costco recalled amid outbreak of hepatitis A infections

Check your freezer: Packages of Wawona Frozen Foods' Organic DayBreak Blend "may have the potential to be contaminated with hepatitis A," federal health officials warned.

Lifeguards needed at pools, beaches across Twin Cities

Although it's time for many to put on the sunscreen and head to your favorite swimming hole, this summer many in the Twin Cities might notice fewer open for one main reason.

Twin Cities lifeguards in short supply
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As summer approaches and school ends, many Twin Cities pools and beaches are struggling with finding lifeguards to help keep them open.

Uptown Theater reopens, bets on ‘revival’ of Uptown surrounding it

A historic theater in Uptown, Minneapolis, has been redeveloped following a years-long effort by a Twin Cities real estate developer that hopes to revitalize the Uptown neighborhood around it.

Social media users share creative tips to make DIY air purifiers to filter out wildfire smoke

Searches for “air purifiers" are spiking on Google as TikTok and Facebook users share tips for building a DIY air purifier as smoke from wildfires in Canada blanket parts of the East Coast.

Ford recalling 125K vehicles due to engine issues that could cause fires

The Ford recall is an expansion from a July 2022 recall of 100,000 Escape, Corsair and Maverick trucks in the U.S., following 23 reported incidents of fire or smoke.

Trader Joe's recalls one of its candles for potential overheating risk

Trader Joe’s warned how the candle could crack or break because of the glass jar overheating, “causing potential injury and/or damage."

Recalled Boppy Newborn Lounger now linked to at least 10 deaths: 'Stop using'

Despite the recalled Boppy loungers no longer being legal for sale, they continue to pop up on Facebook Marketplace and other online sites, U.S. consumer safety officials said.