Business and Economic News

TikTok puts eyes on Legislature as social media bills pile up
There was no snappy video or goofy dance to mark it, but TikTok lobbyists have formally arrived at Minnesota’s Capitol to keep an eye on lawmaker efforts to regulate social media platforms.
Minnesota has a wider wage gap than most states. How can we close it?
Minnesota is a national leader for women’s participation in the workplace. And yet, we also have a wider gender wage gap than most other states. Explore the latest research and personal stories about the gender wage gap in Minnesota and what we can do to about it.
Lake residents want a tougher law to keep trash (and worse) off the ice
A growing coalition of organizations wants to crack down on trash and waste dumped on Minnesota lakes over the winter. They’re seeking tougher laws and more enforcement, and hoping for legislative support at a hearing this week.