Business and Economic News

April 29, 2015 1:45 PM

Chris Farrell and Louis Johnston on how the economy affects Minnesotans

From income inequality, taxes and the minimum wage to home-ownership trends and the employment future on the Iron Range, Chris Farrell and Louis Johnston tackle many of the key economic issues facing Minnesotans.

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April 29, 2015 4:00 AM

After decades of draining, some MN farmers look to put water back

A few Minnesota farmers are testing what may be a better way to irrigate fields and manage water in a changing climate. It may also trigger conflicts.

by Dan Gunderson

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April 28, 2015 5:38 PM

North Minneapolis named federal Promise Zone

The designation could help the city win more federal money for educational opportunities, housing, jump training and crime prevention.

by Tim Post

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April 28, 2015 3:39 PM

Pacific trade deal excites, worries Minnesota business

Minnesota's business community is far from united on the Trans-Pacific Partnership. It could open markets, but some worry about competition.

by Brett Neely

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April 28, 2015 12:19 PM

NFL relinquishing tax-exempt status

In a letter to team owners, Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league office and its management council will file tax returns as taxable entities for the 2015 fiscal year.

by The Associated Press

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April 28, 2015 11:39 AM

Tyson Foods to stop giving chickens antibiotics used by humans

Antibiotic use is falling out of fashion in the poultry industry. Tyson Foods, the biggest poultry producer in the U.S., says it will stop feeding its birds human-use antibiotics in two years.

by Dan Charles

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April 28, 2015 7:04 AM

Minneapolis could see second cable company

Members of the City Council's Ways and Means Committee on Monday recommended allowing CenturyLink to compete with Comcast for customers.

by Brandt Williams

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April 27, 2015 5:43 PM

Will skyrocketing cost kill Southwest light rail?

Even a project supporter calls the new $2 billion cost estimate a huge setback. The Met Council's chairman says all options, including killing the proposed line, are on the table.

by Tim Pugmire and Curtis Gilbert

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April 27, 2015 3:45 PM

New signs to unite Lunds, Byerly's stores

The owner of Lunds and Byerly's is combining the two grocery chains under the name Lunds & Byerly's.

by Martin Moylan

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April 27, 2015 11:41 AM

Presidents of NPR, MPR answer listener questions

Listen to Jarl Mohn and Jon McTaggart answer questions about editorial coverage and diversity in public media.

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