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Need a job? Vacancies continue to outnumber job hunters

Need a job? Vacancies continue to outnumber job hunters

Minnesota's latest job vacancy survey shows the state's labor market remains very tight. Openings significantly outnumber job hunters.
by Bill Catlin

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Development plans dampen mushroom grower's future

Development plans dampen mushroom grower's future

Fans of fresh mushrooms have been flocking to an unlikely spot in Minneapolis for their fungi fix in recent years, but a proposed redevelopment of the site has the farm's founder worried he may have to shut down.
by Euan Kerr

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Local minimum wage hikes emerge as Capitol sticking points

Local minimum wage hikes emerge as Capitol sticking points

Minnesota Republicans want to put the brakes on higher minimum wages in Minneapolis and St. Paul, and their push is likely to complicate budget negotiations at the Capitol.
by Brian Bakst

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Boeing hits pause on forecasts as 737 Max groundings continue

Boeing hits pause on forecasts as 737 Max groundings continue

The aircraft manufacturer said its profits fell 13 percent in the first quarter as it works through "this challenging time." Boeing said the 737 Max crisis has cost it $1 billion so far.
by Avie Schneider

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When does a minimum wage become too high?

When does a minimum wage become too high?

Does raising the minimum wage kill jobs? No. Not really. But it could. The hunt is on to find the magic number. Here's the evidence.
by Greg Rosalsky

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Minneapolis' Nice Ride bikes launch in a changed market

Minneapolis' Nice Ride bikes launch in a changed market

Besides the traditional three-speed pedal bikes, the nonprofit also hopes to launch a fleet of electric-assist bikes this year. It's the latest effort to respond to a more competitive sharing economy.
by Matt Sepic

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