August 13, 2020

Senate GOP ousts Walz cabinet member amid pandemic dispute

MINNEAPOLIS — Republicans who control the Minnesota Senate showed their displeasure with Democratic Gov. Tim Walz on Wednesday by ousting his commissioner of labor and […]
August 12, 2020

Ellison seeks to oust Bremer trustees, end battle over bank

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on Wednesday moved to end a battle over the future of Bremer Financial Corp., Minnesota’s fourth-largest bank, by seeking new […]
August 12, 2020

Famous Dave's CEO says chain can survive COVID-19 effects

Reviewing results from a quarter riddled with both restrictions and negative economic consequences from the coronavirus pandemic, the chief executive of Famous Dave’s found reasons […]
August 12, 2020

Actors and Disney World reach deal after virus testing fight

ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney World and the union for its actors and singers reached an agreement on Wednesday that will allow them to return […]
August 12, 2020

General Mills sets goals to elevate Black managers, execs

General Mills said Wednesday it will double the number of Black managers throughout the company, making a public commitment after the police killing of George […]
August 12, 2020

United plans more Florida flights, but virus gets final say

DALLAS — United Airlines said Wednesday it plans to add up to 28 daily flights to Florida this winter, but the airline is prepared to […]
August 12, 2020

The best-kept secret in town? An at-home workout provider takes off in the pandemic

Usage of the fitness and wellness coaching service of Wellbeats skyrocketed earlier this year, with Wellbeats being one of those companies that offered what the […]
August 12, 2020

Tribune closing 5 newsrooms including NY Daily News

Tribune Publishing Company, which owns some of the most storied newspapers in American journalism, said Wednesday that it is closing the newsrooms at five of […]
August 12, 2020

Opus building sewer-parts factory in Shakopee

Opus Group has begun construction of a new headquarters and manufacturing plant for Cherne Industries in Shakopee. Terms haven’t been disclosed for the project, which […]
August 12, 2020

Maple Grove manufacturer closing plant near Brainerd, affecting 60 to 70 jobs

Nortech Systems will close a production plant in Merrifield, affecting 60 to 70 jobs. The Maple Grove-based company also announced it has signed sale and […]