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3M will pay $2.8 million fine for hazardous waste violations in Cottage Grove
The penalty stemmed from the handling of toxic waste at the company's incinerator.
U.S. judge cuts $55 million 3M combat-earplug verdict by over half
The judge said Colorado's cap on awards applied to part of the award.
St. Anthony: Minneapolis firm strikes first major deal for its PFAS-fighting technology
A Japanese chemical company will use the technology developed by Claros Technologies, which will open a new headquarters and pilot plant Tuesday in northeast Minneapolis.
Medtronic, DaVita to create new kidney care company
The business will be led by a Medtronic executive and equally owned by the two firms.
Farmers in Minnesota get more cover crop funding to keep soil from washing away
"There just aren't the federal resources to meet the need," said Todd Hogrefe with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
General Mills to sell Hamburger Helper, other brands for $610 million
With the divestiture, the Minnesota company diminishes its presence in the boxed-food category it pioneered 50 years ago.
Farm income remains strong despite inflation, says Minneapolis Fed
A new survey of lenders by the Federal Reserve of Minneapolis found farm incomes in Minnesota, Dakotas and other states off to a strong start in 2022 despite higher costs of business.
At George Floyd Square, 'all the businesses ... are still struggling'
A lack of parking due to concrete barricades and sculptures at 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis is hindering customer traffic, they say.
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St. Anthony: Minneapolis firm strikes first major deal for its PFAS-fighting technology
A Japanese chemical company will use the technology developed by Claros Technologies, which will open a new headquarters and pilot plant Tuesday in northeast Minneapolis.
Neal St. Anthony
St. Anthony: There's hope for more Black entrepreneurs around George Floyd Square
Two years after riots devastated area businesses following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, owners are working to rebuild.
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Sanctions against Russia risk exacerbating global famine, says new analysis
New report suggests parts of the Middle East and North Africa will face mounting food scarcity as U.S., Western European nations block Russian ag exports.
U.S. farm bank regulators tour Minnesota, tout plan to increase credit for emerging farmers
Farm Credit Administration leaders swung through southern Minnesota last week, touring farms and other rural sites with the goal of spreading awareness about credit available for new farmers.
Minnesota greenlights small doses of THC derived from legal hemp
Among a suite of changes to the state's hemp industry, up to 5 mg of hemp-derived THC will be allowed in food and beverages.
St. Anthony: There's hope for more Black entrepreneurs around George Floyd Square
Two years after riots devastated area businesses following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, owners are working to rebuild.
Toro's new robot mower is like a Roomba for your lawn
Toro announced the introduction of robotic lawn mower for the residential market that uses optical sensors.
St. Paul business climate bouncing back after pandemic, says chamber's B Kyle
Chamber CEO talks about surviving a loss of downtown employees and continuing to help businesses connect.
Best Buy prepares for a 'slowdown' as sales slip amid declining demand
Best Buy executives lowered their sales outlook and forecast ongoing pressure on profits this year.
Judges: Minn. customers should bear full $660M in costs from Feb. 2021 storm
Two administrative law judges said CenterPoint Energy, Xcel and the state's other natural gas utilities acted "prudently" in their actions.
Developers hope $200M update brings Northstar Center back to life
Sherman Associates joins Polaris Properties in a long-awaited overhaul of a complex that covers nearly an entire block.
Sixteen Minnesota companies make Fortune 500 list
UnitedHealth Group retains spot as fifth largest public company in U.S.