Trader Joe's employee claims he was fired for requesting safer COVID policies
Trader Joe's disputes the former employee's allegations.
Trader Joe's disputes the former employee's allegations.
'COVID bandit' strikes again: Customer gives $200 to each worker at Colorado diner
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
Minnesota launches food locator website to fight pandemic-related food insecurity
A new state-run website will help Minnesotans struggling to afford food during the pandemic, the Governor’s office announced Tuesday.
A new state-run website will help Minnesotans struggling to afford food during the pandemic, the Governor’s office announced Tuesday.
Seattle native goes viral in plea to tip delivery drivers, gets $50,000 in donations to avoid homelessness
A tearful plea to the public from a Seattle native regarding tipping your delivery drivers went viral and lead to an enormous outpouring of support.
A tearful plea to the public from a Seattle native regarding tipping your delivery drivers went viral and lead to an enormous outpouring of support.
Nestle debuting first vegan KitKat bar this year
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
Minnesota breweries push for liquor law changes amid pandemic
The push to relax liquor laws for Minnesota breweries, distilleries and much of the hospitality industry is on, and many say it’s a matter of survival right now.
The push to relax liquor laws for Minnesota breweries, distilleries and much of the hospitality industry is on, and many say it’s a matter of survival right now.
Busy Valentine's Day weekend for restaurants as restrictions ease
Valentine's Day was a change of pace for many restaurant owners in Minnesota. It fell on the same weekend Governor Tim Walz eased COVID-19 restrictions for these businesses.
Valentine's Day was a change of pace for many restaurant owners in Minnesota. It fell on the same weekend Governor Tim Walz eased COVID-19 restrictions for these businesses.
'Triumph': University of Minnesota names new apple
The University of Minnesota announced its new apple will be called "Triumph."
The University of Minnesota announced its new apple will be called "Triumph."
Valentine's Day deals to savor at restaurants, fast food chains
Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.
Restaurants and fast-food chains across the country are catering to food lovers this Valentine’s Day with sweet deals bound to attract appetites everywhere.
Seward soup kitchen enduring pandemic on 7th anniversary
A soup kitchen in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood is proving a little can go a long way, even in a pandemic.
A soup kitchen in Minneapolis' Seward neighborhood is proving a little can go a long way, even in a pandemic.
McDonald’s is bringing back fan-favorite Hi-C Orange Lavaburst this summer following customer outcry
Back by popular demand, Hi-C Orange Lavaburst will soon be available at select McDonald’s locations across the country.
Back by popular demand, Hi-C Orange Lavaburst will soon be available at select McDonald’s locations across the country.
Fresh basil recalled over cyclospora concerns, FDA says
Fresh cut, imported basil from Colombia is facing a recall over concerns it’s contaminated with cyclospora, a microscopic parasite that can cause an intestinal infection if ingested, officials said.
Fresh cut, imported basil from Colombia is facing a recall over concerns it’s contaminated with cyclospora, a microscopic parasite that can cause an intestinal infection if ingested, officials said.
Coke debuts first new bottle size in a decade, and it's made from recycled plastics
Coca-Cola is offering a new drink size for the first time in a decade - and with packaging that’s made from 100% recycled plastic.
Coca-Cola is offering a new drink size for the first time in a decade - and with packaging that’s made from 100% recycled plastic.
Cub Foods looted, damaged in Minneapolis riots reopens Wednesday
The Cub Foods off Lake Street that was looted and damaged during the rioting in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death last May reopened Wednesday.
The Cub Foods off Lake Street that was looted and damaged during the rioting in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death last May reopened Wednesday.
Many first report peanut allergy symptoms in adulthood, study finds
While a peanut allergy is commonly associated with pediatric care, a new study has found that up to one in six adults with sensitivity to peanuts developed it after age 18.
While a peanut allergy is commonly associated with pediatric care, a new study has found that up to one in six adults with sensitivity to peanuts developed it after age 18.
‘Pearl Milling Company’ takes place of Aunt Jemima logo in brand update
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Michelle Obama launches Netflix children’s show ‘Waffles + Mochi’ to encourage healthy eating
The latest from former first lady Michelle Obama - a new Netflix children’s show that explores foods from all over the world with these puppet best friends, "Waffles and Mochi."
The latest from former first lady Michelle Obama - a new Netflix children’s show that explores foods from all over the world with these puppet best friends, "Waffles and Mochi."
Minnesota hospitality industry: No indication that COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted soon
Groups that represent Minnesota’s bars, restaurants, hotels and event centers said Monday they have gotten no indication from state officials that any more economic restrictions will be lifted soon, despite the state's COVID-19 positivity rate being near a record low.
Groups that represent Minnesota’s bars, restaurants, hotels and event centers said Monday they have gotten no indication from state officials that any more economic restrictions will be lifted soon, despite the state's COVID-19 positivity rate being near a record low.
Minnesota-based Hairless Dog beer capitalizes on sober curiosity
The alcohol-free kickoff to each year some call "Dry January" is an everyday thing at Hairless Dog, which is Minnesota’s first 0.0 ABV craft beer.
The alcohol-free kickoff to each year some call "Dry January" is an everyday thing at Hairless Dog, which is Minnesota’s first 0.0 ABV craft beer.
Shamrock Shakes will return to McDonald's in mid-February
The green milkshake is set to return to McDonald's the day after Valentine's Day.
The green milkshake is set to return to McDonald's the day after Valentine's Day.