US private sector lost 2.7M jobs in May
Private employers slashed 2.7 million jobs in May as the coronavirus-induced lockdown devastated the U.S. economy and labor market, according to the ADP National Employment Report released Wednesday.
Small business owners can now apply for PPP loan forgiveness: Everything to know
Two months after the federal government rolled out the Paycheck Protection Program, small business owners that tapped the coronavirus aid can officially have their loans forgiven.
West St. Paul woman, who was once homeless, now delivering food to families in need
The pandemic has forced many families on the brink to choose whether they pay the rent or put food on the table.
Minnesota shops and malls work to reopen and set up measures to protect customers
Minnesota retailers are getting prepped and ready to reopen on Monday. With the governor giving the green light to open with a safety plan in place. But, not every store will have their doors open that soon.
Census survey: Most small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 pandemic
The new Small Business Pulse Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau highlighted the impact COVID-19 is having on small U.S. stores, retailers and businesses.
Trump says Americans could see a second round of stimulus payments: 'We're talking about that'
President Trump said Monday his administration is considering a second round of coronavirus stimulus payments.
Restart or re-stop? Economies reopen but chaos abounds
Countries in Europe are reopening their economies amid the coronavirus pandemic but in chaotic ways. Life resumed in Paris' iconic streets and schoolchildren returned to class in the Netherlands as countries tried to balance how to reopen economies without rekindling new outbreaks.
Distinct possibility: ‘Temporary’ layoffs may be permanent
Call it realism or pessimism, but more employers are coming to a reluctant conclusion: Many of the employees they’ve had to lay off in the face of the coronavirus pandemic might not be returning to their old jobs anytime soon.
Financial struggles hit nonprofit hotel run by workers with autism as COVID-19 slows business
Many of us are trying to envision what summer will look like. Even when people are allowed to venture away from home, plenty of them won't feel comfortable going far.
Minneapolis shop selling traditional wood toy seeing a spike in interest during pandemic
As the response to the COVID-19 pandemic shuts down schools, playgrounds, youth sports, and other sources of entertainment for kids, an old school game is making a comeback.
University of Minnesota leaders review dismal outlook for budget as COVID-19 disruption continues
University leaders presented a dismal outlook for the 2020-21 budget on Thursday.
What should I do if I think my coronavirus stimulus check amount is wrong?
The IRS has sent millions of Americans their coronavirus stimulus payments, but some are not getting the amounts they expected. What should you do if you think your coronavirus stimulus check amount is wrong?
Pilgrim's Pride employees upset with COVID-19 precautions as workers get sick
Stearns County is emerging as a hotspot of COVID-19 cases and two employees of a poultry processing plant there say they have the virus and are not satisfied with the safety implemented for workers.
Advocacy group: More than half of hospitality businesses in Minnesota could close by July
More than half of Minnesota's hospitality businesses could permanently close by July, and 14 percent of food-service businesses have likely already closed for good.
20 percent of Minnesota's workforce has filed for unemployment since start of pandemic
More than 600,000 workers have filed for unemployment since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota.
Malls, movies and more: A look at reopenings by state in US
Here's a look at where states stand on reopening
Mall of America curbside pickup: List of stores and how to order
Mall of America is now offering curbside pickup with nine stores already participating and six more coming soon.
Minnesota small businesses get $2.1B in second round of SBA COVID-19 funds
The U.S. Small Business Administration issued nearly $2.2 billion in loans for Minnesota small businesses during the second round of funding through the Paycheck Protection Program.
Cars jam streets around Minnesota capitol in protest to end to stay-at-home order
Protesters gathered in cars, trucks, and other vehicles on Saturday around Minnesota's capitol as part of a protest, calling on Governor Tim Walz to end his stay-at-home order.
White Bear Lake, Minn. restaurant adds movie night, church services to beat pandemic slump
A White Bear Lake, Minnesota restaurant is pulling out all the stops to survive the economic downswing brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.