McDonald's workers plan strike over coronavirus protections

Workers at McDonald's restaurants in 20 cities will go on strike Wednesday to put pressure on the company to improve employee protections during the coronavirus outbreak.

Richfield restaurant offers free meals for kids to thank community for support

El Tejabar, started by a mother and father and managed by their son and daughter, opened during a recession 12 years ago and now the family faces another crisis.

Stillwater considering proposal to let restaurants expand patios, create 'refreshment' zones

A new City of Stillwater proposal would allow restaurants to use parking lots and street parking spaces to create new patio seating for customers in the anticipation that a June 1 reopening will likely come with occupancy restrictions.

Hell's Kitchen says keeping restaurant closed is best for business while others push to reopen

As restaurants across Minnesota try to navigate uncharted territory and make plans for reopening, Hell's Kitchen in Minneapolis will remain closed in an effort to save money and ensure that they can pay employees once it does reopen.

McDonald's details new measures to safely reopen dining rooms

McDonald’s is preparing to welcome customers back into their dining rooms — but only after their new safety standards have been met.

Minnesota Governor sets June 1 goal to reopen bars, restaurants, salons

The Governor has directed his cabinet to issue guidance to Minnesota bars, restaurants, salons and barbershops so they can safely open on June 1.

Outbreak at Tyson plant infected 1,031 workers

The outbreak at Tyson has devastated the community. At least three Waterloo Tyson employees have died, and a fourth is in a medical coma.

Minnesota AG Keith Ellison pushes for federal investigation of beef-packing industry

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has joined a coalition of 11 attorneys general in asking the U.S. Department of Justice to pursue a federal investigation into market competition and potential anticompetitive practices by meat packers in the cattle industry.

Farmers donate 30,000 pounds of pork ribs to Second Harvest Heartland

Midwest farmers donated 30,000 pounds of pork ribs to Second Harvest Heartland in an effort to help those struggling to put food on the table amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hospitality Minnesota: Many restaurants, resorts may only have weeks left to survive
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As the COVID-19 crisis continues, many business owners are facing the tough decision to permanently close their doors. Hospitality Minnesota CEO Liz Rammer joined the FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the harsh reality that restaurants, bars, and hotels are dealing with across the state.

Dancing Bear Chocolate to open in north Minneapolis amid pandemic

The pandemic can bring chaos and fear, but on a little corner in the Victory neighborhood of north Minneapolis there is hope and excitement building. A brand new chocolate shop called Dancing Bear Chocolate is about to open for the first time this weekend.  

Hy-Vee to limit meat purchases starting Wednesday

Hy-Vee grocery stores will be limiting the amount of meat purchases at all of its locations, according to a company statement. 

Workers' union: JBS-Worthington plant to reopen Wednesday with new safety precautions

The union representing workers at the JBS pork plant in Worthington, Minnesota said the plant is planning to reopen Wednesday after it shutdown due to a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases last month.