Food recall warning: Bakery products shipped nationwide recalled over allergy concerns
The baked goods were distributed to 19 states.
The baked goods were distributed to 19 states.
Metro Meals on Wheels needs 500 new volunteers
Metro Meals on Wheels says it is looking for 500 new volunteers to make deliveries to its clients this fall and winter. The nonprofit says it is delivering 50 percent more meals since the pandemic started, and it needs the extra drivers to keep up with demand.
Metro Meals on Wheels says it is looking for 500 new volunteers to make deliveries to its clients this fall and winter. The nonprofit says it is delivering 50 percent more meals since the pandemic started, and it needs the extra drivers to keep up with demand.
The most popular Halloween candy in every US state, plus top candy cravings
Here is the most popular Halloween candy by state, according to data shared recently by Instacart.
Here is the most popular Halloween candy by state, according to data shared recently by Instacart.
Bacon prices hit record high amid supply chain disruptions, increased demand
The cost of bacon was $4.77 in 2011 and has risen nearly 50% this year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics data.
The cost of bacon was $4.77 in 2011 and has risen nearly 50% this year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics data.
Minnesota companies challenged by truck driver shortage
A nationwide truck driver shortage is having an impact on some local grocers, including fewer deliveries and more empty shelves.
A nationwide truck driver shortage is having an impact on some local grocers, including fewer deliveries and more empty shelves.
After 70 years in business, St. Paul's Dari-Ette Drive-In closes
After seven decades on St. Paul’s eastside, a popular Italian-American restaurant closed its doors for the last time on Saturday.
After seven decades on St. Paul’s eastside, a popular Italian-American restaurant closed its doors for the last time on Saturday.
Black-owned Minneapolis spirit maker's vodka now being served on Delta flights
A Black-owned Minneapolis business is taking off with Delta, as the airliner adds the spirit maker's vodka to its flights.
A Black-owned Minneapolis business is taking off with Delta, as the airliner adds the spirit maker's vodka to its flights.
Government report finds ‘alarming levels’ of heavy metals in more baby foods
A new report by a U.S. House panel reveals “alarming levels” of toxic heavy metals in “even more” baby foods despite previous warnings to some baby food manufacturers.
A new report by a U.S. House panel reveals “alarming levels” of toxic heavy metals in “even more” baby foods despite previous warnings to some baby food manufacturers.
Meal ideas for families on the go
From soccer to band practice, finding time for dinner can be a nearly impossible task for many families. Mary Matthews from the Way Cool Cooking School dropped by with easy ideas for meals on the go.
From soccer to band practice, finding time for dinner can be a nearly impossible task for many families. Mary Matthews from the Way Cool Cooking School dropped by with easy ideas for meals on the go.
Skittles to bring back original lime flavor candy after nearly a decade
After an eight-year-long hiatus, lime Skittles are returning to shelves in October.
After an eight-year-long hiatus, lime Skittles are returning to shelves in October.
Twin Cities nonprofit provides meals to kids facing food insecurity
A local organization is stepping up to ensure no child goes hungry as COVID-19 outbreaks force some schools to shift to temporary distance learning.
A local organization is stepping up to ensure no child goes hungry as COVID-19 outbreaks force some schools to shift to temporary distance learning.
Richfield High School commits to offering more plant-based protein meals
Richfield High School is the first high school in the country to sign the Forward Food pledge committing to increasing its plant-based options, the Humane Society of the United States announced Thursday.
Richfield High School is the first high school in the country to sign the Forward Food pledge committing to increasing its plant-based options, the Humane Society of the United States announced Thursday.
‘Change is Brewing’: Ben & Jerry’s unveils new flavor for racial justice
The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.
The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.
St. Paul water judged best in Minnesota
Saint Paul Regional Water Services is taking home the “Best in Glass” trophy for drinking water in Minnesota and moving forward in the competition for the best drinking water nationally.
Saint Paul Regional Water Services is taking home the “Best in Glass” trophy for drinking water in Minnesota and moving forward in the competition for the best drinking water nationally.
McDonald's plans to phase out plastic toys in Happy Meals
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
Kale recall: Brands sold in 11 states pulled over listeria concerns
Several brands of kale sold in nearly a dozen states have been recalled over concerns of listeria contamination, the FDA said.
Several brands of kale sold in nearly a dozen states have been recalled over concerns of listeria contamination, the FDA said.
Minneapolis to start enforcing 5-cent bag fee again
Shoppers in Minneapolis will once again have to pay a small fee for carryout bags at the store.
Shoppers in Minneapolis will once again have to pay a small fee for carryout bags at the store.
Grab your pumpkin spice whatever — it’s officially autumn
From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin spice instant noodles — now is officially the time to enjoy America’s favorite fall flavor.
From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin spice instant noodles — now is officially the time to enjoy America’s favorite fall flavor.
National Cheeseburger Day: The best freebies and deals
McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Red Robin, Smashburger and more have National Cheeseburger Day offers for Sept. 18.
McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Red Robin, Smashburger and more have National Cheeseburger Day offers for Sept. 18.
Ways to use up all of your apples from the orchard
It's okay to admit it. You picked way too many apples at your favorite orchard and now, you don't know what to do with them.
It's okay to admit it. You picked way too many apples at your favorite orchard and now, you don't know what to do with them.