Business and Economic News

What's next for DEI? How to make workplaces more inclusive of everyone
What’s next for DEI? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about how diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are evolving and what it takes to create workplaces that work for everyone.
'It's very overwhelming': Minnesota drivers make tough choices at the gas pump as prices rise
A gallon of regular gas is about $3.99 in Minnesota, with some Twin Cities gas stations charging more than $4 a gallon on Wednesday. The national average is about $4.30 a gallon.
Citizens' group files lawsuit to block Google's proposed Hermantown data center
Stop the Hermantown Data Center has sued the city of Hermantown to try to block a massive data center proposed by Google. The group alleges the city improperly changed zoning rules and violated state open meeting laws.
City of Monticello sets stage for allowing data centers, with restrictions
The ordinance includes new restrictions for large data centers, which city officials say are aimed at reducing negative impacts on people living nearby. The ordinance also ensures Monticello residents don’t bear any financial costs.
Costs could squeeze Minnesota farmers long after Strait of Hormuz reopens
The Strait of Hormuz, a vital trade passageway, remains virtually closed amid the war in Iran. That’s driven up the prices of key agricultural necessities, which could remain high into next year.
Minnesota journalist attended White House Correspondents' Dinner to protest, but didn't get the chance
Minnesota-based independent journalist Georgia Fort attended the White House Correspondents’ Dinner to stand for the First Amendment by walking out during the president's speech. She didn’t have the opportunity.