Business and Economic News

U.S. orders up to a yearlong break on mortgage payments
The federal government is telling lenders to lower or suspend mortgage payments for up to 12 months for homeowners who have lost income due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Supermarkets add 'senior hours' for vulnerable shoppers
Target, Safeway and others are restricting their opening hours, limiting purchases per each shopper and setting off time for seniors and other high-risk individuals to shop.
Coronavirus shutdowns deal heavy blow to the arts
Across the state Minnesota artists are finding themselves suddenly unemployed, with little financial relief in sight.
Funeral homes are now being forced to accommodate state guidelines regarding how many people can gather in one location.
Coronavirus' economic impact will be felt widely, but unevenly
Few sectors will escape economic pain from the coronavirus outbreak. Some economists, however, are hopeful things can return to normal by the end of the year.
Frustration and questions among some who are still in the workplace
While many Minnesotans are now working from home in the effort to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus, a lot of people are still required to go to a place of employment. And many of them express their concerns.
Empty grocery shelves are alarming, but they're not permanent
The sudden spike in demand driven by the coronavirus pandemic has meant shortages at many stores. But retailers say products will return to shelves and urge customers to not panic or hoard items.
COVID-19: Hard questions, real answers with Mayo Clinic
Americans face a new reality as the new coronavirus continues to spread. As people adjust how they live, work and support their families, we put their questions in front of two doctors from Mayo Clinic.