US layoffs spike nearly 50% as DOGE-driven cuts take center stage
Employers have announced nearly 80,000 planned hires in 2025 so far, though that's a historically low pace compared with recent years.
Procter & Gamble cutting up to 7,000 jobs amid tariffs, consumer uncertainty
Procter & Gamble, the maker of Tide detergent and Pampers diapers, says it will cut up to 7,000 jobs over the next two years.
Beer shortages, dirty parks: What happens without a Minnesota budget deal?
Minnesota is now one month away from its first government shutdown since 2011.
Summer educational program scrambling after federal funding cuts
Cutbacks in the nation's capital are hitting close to home as one Twin Cities nonprofit says the federal government cut $342,000 in grant money for its six-week summer program.
State worker layoff notices likely despite budget deal among lawmakers near
With a government shutdown looming on July 1, and no special session announced, the state will have to give layoff notices next week to employees deemed not to work in "critical services".
Minneapolis Fed survey detects decline in regional construction activity
Government policy appears to be leading to a decline in construction activity, a new survey from the Minneapolis Fed found.
Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.
Job Corps graduates concerned about elimination in Trump’s budget
The Trump administration is looking to cut funding for Job Corps in its upcoming budget, saying the program is unsustainable and a failed experiment. But its participants tell FOX 9 the program has been life-changing for them.
Trump delaying 50% tariff on European Union
The president said Sunday he’s agreed to delay a 50% tariff on the EU that he threatened last week, after saying negotiations with the commission were “going nowhere.”
Trump calls for 50% tariff on EU imports starting June 1
President Trump called for a “straight 50%” tariff on all imports from the European Union after complaining on social media that trade talks are “going nowhere.”
Walmart to lay off 1,500 employees after announcing price hikes
Walmart is restructuring its operations and cutting about 1,500 jobs as part of its new plan.
Trump tells Walmart: ‘Eat the tariffs’
President Trump lashed back at Walmart over the weekend after the retail giant said it would be increasing prices to combat his tariffs.
Moody’s strips US of top credit rating: What the downgrade means for your wallet
Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.
Walmart raising prices due to tariff costs: What we know
Walmart says it will raise prices to counter higher costs from President Donald Trump’s tariffs, despite strong quarterly sales.
Nissan increases job cuts to 20K by 2027
The Japanese automaker aims to save $3.4 billion by 2027 amid financial losses and concerns over President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Microsoft to lay off about 3% of its workforce
Microsoft announced a round of layoffs this week that will affect thousands of employees.
April CPI inflation report: Egg prices decline for first time in months
Eggs got cheaper in the U.S. last month after setting records at the start of the year, according to April's CPI inflation report. Here's how some other grocery items fared.
Fed rate and tariffs: Why interest is unchanged again, and what it means for you
Despite the Trump administration’s push for a rate cut, The Fed announced Wednesday it’s holding steady – and the president’s tariffs were a big deciding factor.
Smurfit WestRock paper mill closing in St. Paul, laying off about 189 workers
The Smurfit WestRock paper mill in St. Paul is closing, permanently laying off about 189 employees in the city as part of a widespread staff and facility reduction.
Minnesota revises return-to-work policy exemption for state employees
In just a few weeks, most Minnesota state employees will be expected to return to the office for at least half of the time.