Business and Economic News

Exxon fined $2M for Tillerson-era breach of Russia sanctions
The Treasury Department that Exxon under Tillerson's leadership had shown "reckless disregard" for sanctions that the Obama administration imposed on Russian entities in 2014 over Russia's annexation of Crimea.
Minn. jobless rate steady at 3.7 percent in June; 4,400 jobs added
State officials said Minnesota's unadjusted job count passed 3 million for the first time ever in June. The unemployment rate remains significantly below the U.S. rate.
The federal commission that oversees gas pipelines told Dallas-based Energy Transfer Partners last week to clean up its mess before it will allow the Rover Pipeline to flow.
Trump's third home away from home to cost taxpayers millions
Bedminster, the New Jersey town that President Trump often visits, has been designated an official presidential residence and will receive $41 million in federal funds to help cover security costs.
State investigating Monsanto weed killer after farmers' complaints
Minnesota farmers have joined hundreds in the southern U.S. who allege that the weed killer dicamba is drifting, hurting non-resistant fields.
BBC special: The Rise of the Robots
The promise and peril of robots. The world's most prominent physicist said the rise of artificial intelligence could be the best thing, or the worst thing, for humanity. Tesla CEO Elon Musk described artificial intelligence as a potential "existential threat" to human civilization.
Duluth may be next to require paid sick leave
Laws requiring most employers to provide paid sick leave kicked in recently in St. Paul and Minneapolis. Duluth officials are now weighing a similar move, but not everyone's on board.
Aspen Ideas Festival: Rural realities, problems and opportunities
Three speakers suggest ways small communities can find a better future: Molly Hemstreet of Morganton, North Carolina, Rob Riley of New Hampshire, and Kelly Ryan of Wisconsin Rapids.
White House highlights 'Made In America' products from each state
Some of the products showcased at a White House event were clearly iconic, like Stetson cowboy hats from Texas. Some were less obvious, like door hinges from Missouri.
Is your boss too controlling? Many employees clash with micromanagers
Managers who can't stop themselves from micromanaging is a big problem for many companies. When employees move on, it's often mentioned as the main reason for their departure.