Business and Economic News

The Fed raises interest rates again despite the stress hitting the banking system
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage-point in an effort to curb high inflation. Some had called for the Fed to wait after two recent bank failures.
Starbucks workers picket at three locations in Twin Cities
Starbucks coffee shop workers picketed Wednesday at more than 100 stores nationwide, including three in the Twin Cites.
Fargo-Moorhead drops curbside glass recycling, citing costs
Glass can still be brought to recycling drop off sites in both cities but it will be reused locally rather than being shipped to a Twin Cities recycler. The local recycling company said the change will save money and reduce the carbon footprint for processing glass.
Walmart to shutter Brooklyn Center location
A spokesperson said in an email it was an underperforming location and did not meet financial expectations.
5 ways the banking turmoil could affect you
These are top questions about the impact of recent banking turmoil on regular people, small businesses and the economy.