Saks Fifth Avenue's parent company to buy rival Neiman Marcus
Both Saks and Neiman Marcus have seen declining sales as shoppers shift their spending from luxury goods to experiences like travel and upscale restaurants.
MN vegetable farmers struggle amid wet summer start
After 23 years of selling lettuce, asparagus, onions, green beans, zucchini and more, Peter’s Pumpkins and Carmen’s Corn farm has seen plenty of changes from Mother Nature.
Homegrown marijuana sales legal under Minnesota constitution, lawsuit claims
Retail licenses are still several months away, but a small group of people are hoping a law from the early 1900s gets them in business.
Fire at MN conservative groups' offices ruled an arson
A Golden Valley fire in late-January that damaged several conservative-leaning businesses was intentionally set, according to an update from authorities.
Moondance Jam lineup change announced due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’
An annual rock and roll music festival dating back to the 1990s in northern Minnesota has announced major changes to its lineup – less than a month before ticket holders were set to attend the weekend camping event.
Costco flushable wipes settlement has wholesale giant paying $2M
Costco has agreed to pay $2 million to "resolve the false advertising class action lawsuit."
Lucky Cat Records opens on Lyndale Avenue at old Oar Folkjokeopus spot
A corner of Lyndale Avenue in south Minneapolis made legendary for its roots as an alternative rock and roll gathering space will once again be home to an independent record shop.
Police bust Thai lottery ring in St. Paul that mimics Bangkok game
Two men face four counts each of various acts of illegal gambling for their part in a ring that police say operated a game that is legal in Bangkok, but not in Minnesota.
Homeowners and renters struggling to afford the high cost of housing: survey
Renters and homeowners have had to downsize, tap their retirement savings and delay critical housing repairs to afford the high cost of housing, a recent Nationwide survey said.
Here's how much money Americans have to make to feel rich, according to survey
A new survey reveals that few Americans are making the kind of money they feel they need to live comfortably or be considered rich.
John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico
John Deere is reportedly slashing positions for hundreds of employees in the Midwest by the end of summer.
CDK cyberattack still affecting car dealerships across the country
Car dealerships across the country have reverted to pens and paper amid a massive cyberattack on its software provider, CDK.
Beauty and the Beast themed drink experience no fairytale, customers say
A ticket website said the pop-up was supposed to be at O'Donovan's Irish Pub, but when people arrived at the bar on Thursday night, there was no event to be found.
Here's how much debt the average consumer has, and where it's the worst
Researchers analyzed credit reports in the 100 largest U.S. metropolitan areas to show where consumers have the highest balances.
New Minnesota laws starting July 1 that could affect you
Several new laws begin in Minnesota on July 1 that could affect your daily life.
Flooding taking its toll on Hudson, Wis. riverfront businesses
Businesses in Hudson, Wisconsin, are experiencing an unusually slow start to summer due to a flooded St. Croix riverfront.
Hudson, Wis. flooding hurting riverfront biz
Businesses in Hudson, Wisconsin, are experiencing an unusually slow start to summer due to a flooded riverfront.
Prankster trolls Minneapolis neighborhood with ‘new Starbucks' hoax
The addition of a Starbucks in a Minneapolis neighborhood known for locally owned businesses and artists is a hoax, a spokesperson for Starbucks has confirmed.
E-bike rebate redo: Minnesota opens applications again on July 2
After the first round of electric bike rebate applications crashed its system, Minnesota will again try to offer cyclists a kickback for a new purchase.
Walgreens planning to close significant number of US stores, CEO says
Walgreens is planning to close a significant share of U.S. stores, CEO Tim Wentworth of parent company Walgreens Boots Alliance told the Wall Street Journal.