Minnesota shoppers look local this holiday season
This holiday season many shoppers are pinching pennies, but there's also a desire to get out and about instead of only browsing online.
Mankato Halloween costume company says seasonal worker situation not as scary as years past
Fun.com carries just about any Halloween costume you can imagine, from a swordfish to Big Bird. With the holiday just a few days away, the company is kicking into high gear.
Edina teen who started construction company gets license revoked
An industrious teen that impressed many, including FOX 9, by starting his own construction company when he was only 16 has now had his contractor's license revoked.
Edina teen fights pandemic boredom by building booming construction business
Caden Fritz was barely 16 years old when he decided to start his own construction business during the pandemic.
St. Paul’s Mama’s Pizza says it will ‘never reopen for dine-in’ citing staff, prices
A beloved pizzeria in St. Paul open since 1964 announced Wednesday it will serve take-out only due to both staffing shortages and rising prices.
Secret Service recovers $286 million in stolen pandemic loans
Since 2020, the Secret Service initiated more than 3,850 pandemic related fraud investigations.
More Black-owned coffee shops reclaiming market in Minneapolis
While most coffee beans are still harvested by Black and brown people in Africa and Latin America, the majority of roasters in the United States are white. But that trend is starting to change in Minneapolis.
Famous or frivolous? Kris Lindahl sues RE/MAX realtor over ‘arms outstretched’ pose
Known throughout the Twin Cities for a distinctive pose he’s trying to trademark, Kris Lindahl Real Estate is now suing another real estate broker for striking a pose that’s too similar.
Massachusetts brewery forced to cut jobs due to CO2 shortage: 'Huge threat to our business'
Auto fuel is not the only gas in short supply.
Minneapolis' West Bank businesses beginning to see resurgence
An immigrant community in the heart of the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood in Minneapolis is home to dozens of small businesses. More than two years since the start of the pandemic and the death of George Floyd, the boards are beginning to come down for most.
Minneapolis' West Bank businesses beginning to see resurgence
An immigrant community in the heart of the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood in Minneapolis is home to dozens of small businesses. More than two years since the start of the pandemic and the death of George Floyd, the boards are beginning to come down for most.
New White Bear Lake tea shop Hello Boba has owner who embodies ‘American Dream’
White Bear Lake has a new business that brings together both American and Asian influences in its drinks. But the real story is the shop’s immigrant owner, who embodies the American dream.
The Unofficial closes as staff alleges email layoffs with no notice
A popular bar abruptly announced its closing to employees who allege they were notified via email only after the doors were locked already. "He didn’t necessarily fire us as much as invite us to reapply for our jobs, and say it’s all our fault I guess,” one server said.
Ice cream shop serving up nostalgic flavors with a side of burgers and lobster rolls
Kids of the 90’s this new ice cream shop is for you, and anyone else who enjoys a tasty scoop of ice cream. Dream Creamery is now open in Northeast Minneapolis. From the Travail team and led by Chef Nate Mickelson, the shop is getting just as much buzz for the ice cream as it is for the food on the menu, which includes burgers, lobster rolls, fries and cheese curds. The shop is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., and is located at 816 Lowry Ave NE.
Sheridan Room announces closing in NE Mpls due ‘personal, professional’ reasons
A neighborhood eatery in Nordeast Minneapolis says it will be closing at month's end.
Bite Squad to continue gas discount card for drivers
Bite Squad delivery drivers struggling to make ends meet through surging prices for gasoline will continue to get a little relief.
James Beard Awards: Owamni in Minneapolis wins Best New Restaurant
The annual James Beard Awards took place Monday, and similar to years past the Twin Cities was well represented - with one taking home Best New Restaurant even.
Hennepin Ave redesign restricting parking, adding bus lanes heads to full council vote
The game of cat-and-mouse between business owners, public officials and transportation advocates all lobbying for what they think is best for construction on a stretch of Hennepin Avenue in Uptown heads to a full city council vote next week.
Town Ball Tour: Exploring Watertown businesses
Watertown might not have a Target Supercenter, but there’s many stores to find what you need. FOX 9’s Karen Scullin visits a few of them as part of this week’s Town Ball Tour.
Hmong chef from Minnesota to compete on Netflix reboot of Iron Chef
Minneapolis-based chef Yia Vang has brought Hmong cuisine to Minnesota, but now hopes to reach a broader audience with an appearance on a Netflix reboot of Iron Chef.