Business and Economic News

AP-NORC poll: Trump not boosted by strong American economy
The solid economy is doing little to bolster support for President Trump, according to a new survey by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
More Minn. nursing homes are closing, and rural towns feel the pain
Rural nursing homes tend to be economic engines for the surrounding community, but a combination of tough economics and changing state priorities are forcing dozens of closures.
Xcel Energy's plans: 5 things to watch
The state's largest utility has filed plans with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission for how it will generate electricity for the next 15 years.
Winona set to celebrate completion of yearslong bridge project
After nearly five years of work, on Monday the city of Winona will celebrate the completion of construction and repairs on its bridges over the Mississippi River.
Trump holds off on more China tariffs; 2 sides agree to restart trade talks
Speaking at the Group of 20 summit, President Trump said the two countries would "continue the negotiation." He said the U.S. would keep existing tariffs in place, but would not impose new tariffs on imports from China.
What Glencore's ownership stake in PolyMet means for planned copper-nickel mine
A stock offering being finalized Friday would make Swiss mining giant Glencore control about 72 percent of PolyMet, which could bring the planned copper-nickel mine for northern Minnesota closer to reality.