US economy added 256K jobs in December, well above expectations
The unemployment rate came in at 4.1%, slightly lower than economists' expectations.
Minnesota PFAS ban: Nonstick pan makers challenge new law
A cookware group is suing the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency over the new law banning PFAS in cookware, claiming it’s unconstitutional.
CenterPoint Energy customers face interim rate hike, proposed 3.75% increase for 2025
CenterPoint Energy customers will see a rate hike of 2.4% starting on Jan. 1 while state regulators consider a proposed rate increase for 2025.
Trump announces $100B investment in the U.S.
Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.
Trump's tariff warning met with threat from Ontario that would make energy 'unaffordable' in Michigan & U.S.
In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.
Gas prices hit a 3-year low – where are they headed next?
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
Inflation rises 2.7% in November, in line with expectations
US inflation rose slightly last month but remained low.
MN wage increases released for those who stayed at same job: Report
New research shows how much salaries increased year-over-year for Minnesotans who stayed at the same job.
Minnesota seeing budget surpluses now, but fiscal cliff looms
Minnesota is in good financial shape today. But it won’t be long before that could change drastically.
Minnesota’s budget surplus decreasing $1.1 billion in latest forecast
Minnesota politicians will be faced with much less of a fiscal cushion in the years ahead.
Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau to meet in Florida to discuss tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump following his threats to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products.
What impact could Trump tariffs have on Minnesota?
President-elect Donald Trump’s threat on Monday to impose 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico when he returns to the White House in January captured the attention of world leaders and prompted warnings from economists that his plans would raise prices for consumers.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
Potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46B and $78B in annual spending power, the National Retail Federation says.
Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits
Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.
Trump's Treasury secretary pick: Who are the contenders?
President-elect Trump is reviewing candidates for the Treasury secretary role, with the list of contenders getting broader after Elon Musk offered an endorsement and shook up the race.
Holiday shoppers begin sales season with Black Friday around the corner
With the holiday season quickly approaching after Black Friday, some people are shopping for deals now.
Meatpacking company illegally hired minors in MN, fined $2 million
A meatpacking company with operations in St. James has been fined $2 million after an inspection found it was illegally employing underage workers that were also dealing with hazardous materials and operating machinery.
Where was inflation the highest in October? Northeast and Midwest cities near the top
The Labor Department released a new report on inflation that examined price growth in various cities and metropolitan areas in the U.S. which reflected a higher rate of inflation in the Northeast and Midwest.
US inflation may have increased in October: Here's what's rising in price, and what's leveling off
A rise in prices could make the Federal Reserve less likely to cut its key interest rate in the coming months. But most economists believe inflation will continue its slowdown.
Minnesota's workplace injury, illnesses declined from 2022 to 2023
New survey data shows that Minnesota’s estimated workplace injury and illnesses incidents decreased from 2022 to 2023.