From immigration to DEI programs to the federal workforce, here’s a rundown of the local impact of the president’s orders.
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UPS temporarily lays off nearly 140 part-time workers in Minneapolis
The work reduction begins in April and it is not clear how long it is expected to last.
February 14, 2025
News & Politics
Joann Fabrics closing a dozen Minnesota stores as part of Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Nationwide, the arts and crafts retailer will shutter 500 of its more than 800 stores.
February 13, 2025
Retail
Bluestem, parent company of Fingerhut, cutting half its Eden Prairie workforce
After the layoffs, the headquarters operation will have 117 employees.
February 13, 2025
Retail
With egg prices soaring, how to find affordable cartons or alternatives
As bird flu continues to strike down flocks and prices for a dozen keep rising, supporting local farmers and exploring substitute ingredients are a few ways shoppers can try to save money.
February 10, 2025
Retail
Wells Fargo removes ATMs from Minnesota Speedway stores as people go cashless
Lack of use and availability of other in-network cash machines nearby factored in to the San Francisco-based bank’s decision to exit the gas station chain.
February 7, 2025
Twin Cities Suburbs
What happens to Seaquest's animals after bankruptcy sale withdrawn?
A federal judge appointed a Chapter 11 trustee to handle the company’s affairs.
February 7, 2025
Retail
Food co-ops donate over $25K to Twin Cities Pride after event parted way with Target
Target sponsored the event for 18 years, but the organization cut ties after the retailer scaled back its DEI efforts.
February 4, 2025
Books
Minnesota booksellers are thrilled about the title bringing ‘Harry Potter’ readers back
Rebecca Yarros' “Onyx Storm” has only been out a couple of weeks but it’s already a blockbuster.
February 4, 2025
Retail
Escaping fast fashion: How Minnesotans can shop sustainably
Shopping secondhand or finding new ways to wear the clothes you already own are just a few paths to making sure your wardrobe is environmentally friendly.
February 3, 2025
Agriculture
Minnesota has an abundance of food scientists. What exactly do they do?
The state is a food science hub thanks to all the food company headquarters, including General Mills and Cargill.
February 1, 2025
Retail
Home Depot settles with Minnesota over sexual harassment complaints at Fridley store
The home improvement retail chain agreed to pay $65,000 after the Department of Human Rights found probable cause of harassment.
January 31, 2025
Retail
Twin Cities activists rally crowd at Target HQ to boycott retailer after DEI rollback
More than 70 people came out to Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis to protest Target’s move in the wake of the Trump administration’s efforts to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
January 30, 2025