Business and Economic News

Climate rules are coming for corporate America
U.S. regulators are finalizing rules that will make publicly traded companies disclose information about climate change. Other jurisdictions have been announcing similar requirements.
Avian flu detected in Meeker County turkey flock
It’s the first confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Minnesota since last spring, and likely is connection to the fall migration of wild birds.
A new National Association of Nonprofits survey found four out of five Minnesota nonprofits are struggling with job vacancies. Minnesota nonprofits are also reporting more workforce shortages than nonprofits in other states.
Endless entertainment: The TV shows, films and plays to watch
Fall brings a fresh slate of stories to screens and theaters everywhere. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Star Tribune columnist Neal Justin about the new shows worth a binge, and with MPR News arts editor Max Sparber about the plays you can find in theaters across the Twin Cities. 
Minnesota officials overshot tax rebate estimate by $144M
A tax rebate that was supposed to top $1 billion wound up beneath that threshold because of fewer eligible dependents, state officials said.
Amazon sellers say they made a good living — until Amazon figured it out
The federal government has sued Amazon for allegedly using its monopoly power to stamp out rivals. Now, some small businesses that sell on the marketplace reveal what it's like to depend on Amazon.