Government shutdown: When will WIC run out of funds in MN?
Federal officials are warning funds for WIC could run out in coming days if a deal isn't reached to end the government shutdown. We are looking at where the programs stands in Minnesota.
Federal officials are warning funds for WIC could run out in coming days if a deal isn't reached to end the government shutdown. We are looking at where the programs stands in Minnesota.
SNAP benefits increase this week: These are the new amounts in Minnesota
Starting this week, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will see a modest monthly bump under the Department of Agriculture’s annual cost-of-living update.
Starting this week, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will see a modest monthly bump under the Department of Agriculture’s annual cost-of-living update.
Minnesota impact: Government shutdown politics and economics
A federal government shutdown started at the stroke of midnight as the new month arrived.
A federal government shutdown started at the stroke of midnight as the new month arrived.
How the government shutdown will impact the economy
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.
Hennepin Co. property taxes likely to rise, board adopts 7.79% max levy increase
Property taxes in Hennepin County are expected to rise again after the board of commissioners approved a new tax levy for next year's budget.
Property taxes in Hennepin County are expected to rise again after the board of commissioners approved a new tax levy for next year's budget.
Vikings, Lynx, and Twins playing on same day bring 100,000s to Minneapolis
This weekend, many events drew people to Minneapolis. From Farm Aid 40 to the Vikings, Lynx, and the final home game for the Twins. So how much of an impact does this have on downtown Minneapolis? Well, FOX 9 has some estimates for you.
This weekend, many events drew people to Minneapolis. From Farm Aid 40 to the Vikings, Lynx, and the final home game for the Twins. So how much of an impact does this have on downtown Minneapolis? Well, FOX 9 has some estimates for you.
Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Philadelphia is no longer the 'poorest big city in the US,' but who took the top spot?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.
Unemployment up as employers added just 22,000 jobs last month
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, worse than expected and the highest level since 2021.
Trump administration eyes tariff revenue to pay down nation's $32.7 trillion debt
The US collected more than $29 billion in tariff revenues in July, the highest monthly total so far this year.
The US collected more than $29 billion in tariff revenues in July, the highest monthly total so far this year.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
Coon Rapids Walmart closing in August, affecting 176 employees
The Coon Rapids Walmart is set to close near the end of the month, resulting in the layoff of approximately 176 employees.
The Coon Rapids Walmart is set to close near the end of the month, resulting in the layoff of approximately 176 employees.