Weeding out bad actors? Cannabis license lottery entrants chosen
Veterans with rejected applications told FOX 9 the process was unfair and didn't give them a chance to appeal their denial.
THC-infused Minneapolis restaurant closing after fine, license issues
A first-of-its-kind restaurant in Minnesota that allowed patrons to dose their entrées and drinks with THC tinctures will close its doors on Dec. 5 after less than two years in business.
Alleged retail marijuana sales lead to state’s first lawsuit post-legalization
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management is suing a marijuana retailer for allegedly selling products that are over the legal limits of THC content without a license.
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Mpls City Council passes Labor Standards Board [RAW]
Minneapolis City Council passed the Labor Standards Board during a vote on Thursday. Council members Katie Cashman, Aisha Chughtai and Aurin Chowdhury join community members in a press conference after the vote.
Minneapolis council to vote on Labor Standards Board
The Minneapolis City Council will vote on a controversial measure on Thursday that has drawn ire from the business community. The proposal, which would create a Labor Standards Board, would task a 15-member panel with making recommendations to the city council and mayor about wages, benefits, working conditions and other regulations.
Mothership Pizza opens in Edina
The crew behind Mr. Paul’s Supper Club in Edina has opened another restaurant in the same neighborhood. Mothership Pizza Paradise is all about wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta, and craft cocktails. FOX 9’s Shayne Wells has more on the new restaurant.
Shimmering pumpkin patch opens in Minneapolis
A pumpkin patch in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis is selling pumpkins that last forever, if you handle them with care. The Glass Pumpkin Patch event will be held at the FOCI Minnesota Center for Glass Arts Oct. 12-13 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be hundreds of pumpkins for sale, as well as demonstrations and opportunities to create your pumpkin color scheme. To learn more, visit www.mnglassart.org.
Hopeful marijuana retailers worried Minnesota won’t license until 2026
Minnesota’s marijuana marketplace is moving so slowly, a lot of hopeful retailers don’t expect to get to business until 2026.
Mickey's Diner: Customers surprised as iconic St. Paul restaurant reopens
It was supposed to be a soft opening for an iconic diner in St. Paul. But when word got out that Mickey's Diner was back open, the news spread quickly, leaving the diner packed with customers.
New creperie brings French flavors to France Ave
Oh Crêpe opened over the summer at 44th and France Avenue in Minneapolis, the former location of the first Caribou Coffee. Owner Claire Corvaisier grew up in Brittany, France - the region crepes originated. The creperie uses traditional recipes for sweet and savory crepes, plus a 25-layer crepe cake sold by the slice.
Fine art gallery opens in former Brothers Bar space
Two years ago, Brothers Bar & Grill, a downtown Minneapolis spot popular with the college crowd, closed its doors. On Sept. 30, it reopens as a fine art gallery. The entire building has undergone a change with the Kickernick Gallery in the front corner space, a future restaurant in the basement and rental space available for artists to use as a studio. The gallery features 12 local artists and is bringing art back to downtown Minneapolis. The gallery is located at 430 N. 1st Avenue and will be open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
St. Paul’s Lowertown faces challenges as restaurant closures mount
Once a vibrant area of St. Paul, the Lowertown neighborhood has struggled in recent years to keep restaurant tenants.
Vellee Deli announces closures: Landlord, construction issues cited
Vellee Deli has announced that on Sept. 8 all of its locations will be closed “until further notice" - citing both landlord issues, and hurdles caused by construction.
Extension for group looking to buy Roof Depot site
The community group hoping to buy and redevelop the Roof Depot site in Minneapolis is getting an extension to find funding.
Kim’s in Uptown announces closure after workers unionize in June
Less than two months after voting to unionize, workers at Kim’s in uptown, Minneapolis, will likely be out of a job on Aug. 31.
Minnesota pizza joints nationally ranked in new Yelp survey
Minneapolis is home to several notable pizza places that are gaining even more attention thanks to a recent ranking by consumer-review site Yelp.
Open Streets returns for 2024 throughout Minneapolis neighborhoods
A popular Minneapolis event that closes down large stretches of city streets to allow people to stroll the area with ease will return again in 2024.
Edina construction creating hard times for business owners
Construction on Metro Transit's E-Line project is underway, and making it hard for some customers to reach businesses.
Construction frustrating Edina business owners
Construction on 50th and France Avenue in Edina has made it hard for businesses to keep up revenue. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
Minneapolis Labor Standards Board march held by city leaders, workers
Hoping to establish a Minneapolis Labor Standards Board (MLSB) that would study new requirements for businesses in industries such as restaurants and hospitality, a march is planned on Wednesday to increase awareness of its proposed creation.