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Target's closings because of crime protect its profit, but at expense of communities
Retailers cutting their losses in big cities already facing post-pandemic challenges is yet another hurdle for major downtowns hoping to re-establish their vitality.
Don't let your summer garden investment die off; preserve produce to save money in winter
Preserving food rather than wasting it could save hundreds of billions of dollars in the U.S. each year.
Wells Fargo sells stakes in Minneapolis-based legacy Norwest units in $2B deal
The deal includes Norwest Equity Partners, the oldest private investment firm in the Twin Cities.
Former CEO takes the helm again at Eden Prairie-based health equipment supplier Agiliti
Tom Leonard is returning as CEO of Agiliti after his successor, Tom Boehning, departed the company.
Delta Air Lines to start Turks and Caicos seasonal service from Minneapolis-St. Paul
Nonstop flights from MSP start in January.
Mackay: Success takes more than goals, it takes commitment
Harvey Mackay says if you are not committed to your career trajectory, you need to wake up and figure out why.
Task force to study if University of Minnesota health programs need more money
The group's chair expects to wade into whether the University of Minnesota needs to own and replace its teaching hospital — but not into business details with Fairview.
'Struggling' Minnesota child care centers brace for the end of federal aid
After two years and $24 billion, the Child Care Stabilization Grant program is coming to an end, and that has many providers concerned.
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Ramstad: MSP Airport to get $1B upgrade next year, impressively without taxpayer money
At a cost similar to U.S. Bank Stadium — and free of political debate — MSP is able to pay for itself and grow according to market demands.
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Ramstad: Minnesota companies' stocks are a microcosm for the U.S. market in 2023
Most Minnesota companies are underperforming a stock market that has effectively stalled for the last two years.
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Auditor opens initial look into failed cannabis director hiring
Erin DuPree, a self-described cannabis industry entrepreneur and hemp shop owner, stepped down a day after Gov. Tim Walz appointed her after a Star Tribune report revealed she had sold illegal products at her hemp store.
UnitedHealthcare to sell individual health plans in Wisconsin, three other states
With these new offerings, the Minnetonka-based insurance company will sell coverage via government-run marketplaces in 26 states next year.
Diverse group recruited to study how smartwatches can make you healthier
Fairview Frontiers becomes leading national recruiting center for studies of wearable medical and fitness devices.
Gwyneth Paltrow looks back at 15 years of Goop and more
The actress and entrepreneur knows she and her company are cultural lightning rods.
Ramstad: MSP Airport to get $1B upgrade next year, impressively without taxpayer money
At a cost similar to U.S. Bank Stadium — and free of political debate — MSP is able to pay for itself and grow according to market demands.
Here are 10 tips on choosing the best words in writing
From using "use" instead of "utilize" to the difference between "anxious" and "eager," writing instructor Gary Gilson offers advice.
Beware of highway robbery on auto maintenance
To keep your ride in good shape, you should follow your automaker's maintenance schedule. And if you have a newer car, failing to perform oil…
Minnesota health plan rates for individuals to rise as much as 5.5% next year
MNsure estimates that federal tax credits will drive out-of-pocket premium reductions of about 5% on average next year for qualifying households.
Mortgage rates hit 23-year high, but that's not stopping Twin Cities homebuilding
Twin Cities builders had their best September in nearly two decades.
Carlyle in exclusive talks to take majority stake in two Medtronic businesses
Sources familiar with the negotiations said a new company would be formed for the patient monitoring and respiratory interventions businesses.