Survey: Midwest Economy Continues To Slump
The economy continues to slow in nine Midwestern and Plains states because crop and energy prices remain low and the strong dollar is hurting exports, according to a survey released Monday.
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The economy continues to slow in nine Midwestern and Plains states because crop and energy prices remain low and the strong dollar is hurting exports, according to a survey released Monday.
A scientific report says if Asian carp become established in Lake Erie, they eventually could make up about one-third of the lake's combined fish weight and cause drop-offs in other fish species.
"Critical illness" insurance is surging in popularity as consumers in high-deductible health plans look for ways to fill gaps in their coverage. The specialized coverage can help people who might struggle to pay out-of-pocket costs because it pays for things that conventional plans don't.
Many have heard of cystic fibrosis, but they may not know a lot about it. In fact, there's a good chance you already know someone who has CF and just didn't know it.
Target has picked human resources executive Janna Potts to serve as its new chief stores officer and executive vice president, replacing Tina Tyler.
A motorist was killed following a crash early Sunday morning after jumping a guardrail and falling about 40 feet, investigators say. The crash happened along Highway 280 near University Avenue after 2 a.m.
On November 22, the Minnesota Vikings had a chance to stake their claim to the NFC North with a win over the Green Bay Packers. The Vikings lost that game 30 -- 13.
Monday was supposed to be the day the Ice Castle would open in Miller Park in Eden Prairie. However, due to warmer weather in December the opening day has been pushed back.
Some St. Paul residents were up early Monday to make sure they reserved their picnic spot for next summer. It seems strange to have to plan so far ahead, but the parks are so popular this happens every year.
For all those that believe Minnesota is a good place to retire, prepare to put that theory to the test. According to the Pioneer Press, the state's population of retirees is about to explode.
Minnesota ended 2015 with its highest number of boating deaths in a decade. The DNR said there were 18 boating-related deaths last year. The Star Tribune reports that's the most since 23 people died in 2005.
The days of traveling in the Interstate 35-E MnPASS lanes for free come to an end Monday. Starting Monday morning, drivers traveling alone in the express lanes between St. Paul and Little Canada will have to pay a fee during peak hours.
If you didn't get everything on your Christmas wish list, January may be a good month to hit the mall. The entire month ushers in big savings on everything from brand name TVs to a Fitbit to help you keep your New Year's resolutions.
A follow up tonight to story we told you about last month. A story about strangers, lost cash and kindness. Justin Lovinella, a St. Paul salon owner, left his bank deposit pouch on top of his car at Costco.
Logically, we think that every beginning has an end, and that a time consuming task will eventually see its conclusion.
