Mpls, St. Paul ‘side hustle’ economy, availability ranked according to new study
Side hustles have become more prevalent since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and a new study sought to find which cities provide the most ideal cities for them.
US inflation slowed to 7.1% over past 12 months
This is the fifth straight month with a slowdown.
These US states are raising minimum wage in 2023, with 4 above $15
More than 20 states are raising their minimum wage next year, some adjusting for inflation and others to build their way up to the called-for $15 an hour.
More Americans getting a second job as high inflation rages
High inflation is pushing more Americans to take on a side hustle.
Rail workers say deal to avoid strike won't resolve quality-of-life concerns
Workers and their unions say the deal doesn't do enough to address their quality-of-life concerns and doesn't add any sick days.
Senate moves to avert rail strike; bill heads to Biden's desk for signature
Shortly before Thursday's votes, Biden defended the contract that four of the rail unions had rejected.
Ties Lounge & Rooftop in Minneapolis closing due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’
A rooftop lounge in Minneapolis that was once committed to “fighting for the revival of downtown” has announced it will close its doors due to “unforeseen circumstances” at its current location.
House passes bill to avert railroad strike, impose deal on unions
If an agreement wasn't reached before a Dec. 9 deadline, the unions threatened to strike -- which would have devastating effects on the U.S. economy.
Inflation relief checks going to residents in these states. See if you qualify
With inflation running near the highest level in 40 years, Republican and Democratic leaders in some states are offering stimulus payments to residents.
Black Friday taking a back seat to Small Business Saturday this year
Inflation is shifting consumers' and retailers' behavior.
This is how much money you need to make to buy a home in Twin Cities metro
People seeking to buy a home in the Minneapolis area need nearly 50% more annual income than they did this time last year to afford to buy a home, new analysis shows.
Explainer: Why a rail strike is looming, and the wide impact it'd have on the economy
American consumers and nearly every industry will be affected if freight trains grind to a halt next month. Here's what to expect.
Thanksgiving dinner will cost more this year, as Minnesota farmers pay more to produce turkeys
The countdown is on until Turkey Day, and families hosting Thanksgiving can expect to pay more for their dinner this year.
Inflation slowdown? Not in some cities, where consumer prices still top 12%
One city, in particular, is seeing the highest inflation rate in the country, still above 12%.
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.
US consumer inflation slowed to 7.7% in October
Consumer inflation reached 7.7% in October from a year earlier and 0.4% from September, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Fed's Kashkari: Jobs report shows why more rate hikes needed
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said Friday he thinks the Federal Reserve needs to raise interest rates higher than it had previously forecasted, after a stronger-than-expected jobs report last week.
How steep interest rate hikes impact your finances
Mortgage rates continue to jump, home sales slump and credit cards and auto loans increase.
Federal Reserve raises interest rate by three-quarters of a point
The Fed’s move raised its key short-term rate to a range of 3.75% to 4%, its highest level in 15 years.
Aldi matching 2019 Thanksgiving prices
From free turkeys to major discounts, grocery stores are prepping for a Thanksgiving set against surging inflation.