Business and Economic News

Corporation for Public Broadcasting votes itself out of existence
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting's directors voted the organization out of business Monday. The private agency, which has distributed federal funding to PBS, NPR and hundreds of local television and radio stations across the country for more than a half-century, saw its appropriations from Congress eliminated this past summer.
As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy
Minnesotans’ economic pictures are a mixed bag at the start of the year, with some experiencing rising costs and shrinking savings, while others are enjoying a strong stock market.
Hermantown celebrates opening of $25M new hockey arena
The new facility was built with state bonding money, proceeds from a local sales tax increase and more than $6 million in donations and sponsorships, including a naming rights deal with a local car dealership.
Minnesota’s manufacturing sector slumped in 2025
A plurality of manufacturing managers surveyed showed resistance against tariff increases, which hurt smaller companies most. 
With few Epstein files released, conspiracy theories flourish and questions remain
President Trump’s changing messaging, Congress’ unprecedented demands and the Justice Department’s piecemeal release of information haven’t quieted the questions. Here’s what we know — and don’t.
Minnesota grocery distributor recalls hundreds of products
A Minnesota grocery distributor has recalled hundreds of products sent to dozens of stores in the state, after unsanitary conditions were found in the company’s facility in Minneapolis.
Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the start of the new year.