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Overwhelmed by air bag troubles, Takata files for bankruptcy protection

Overwhelmed by air bag troubles, Takata files for bankruptcy protection

Long hobbled by lawsuits and recall costs over its faulty air bags, Takata, the Japanese auto parts maker, filed for bankruptcy protection in Japan and the U.S. on Sunday.
by Emma Bowman

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What does Amazon's purchase of Whole Foods mean for Minnesotans?

Last week Amazon announced a $13.7 billion deal to acquire Whole Foods. The e-commerce giant has now set its sights on grocery and online delivery, which could put pressure on traditional grocery chains and online retailers like Target.
by Tom Weber

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Illinois could be 1st state with 'junk' credit due to budget

S&P Global Ratings has warned the agency will likely lower Illinois' creditworthiness to below investment grade if feuding lawmakers fail to agree on a state budget for a third straight year.
by Associated Press

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Tips spark disagreement over Mpls. minimum wage proposal

Tips spark disagreement over Mpls. minimum wage proposal

Dozens of people debated the details of a proposed $15 minimum wage in Minneapolis at a marathon public hearing before the City Council on Thursday.
by Tim Nelson

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Listen: Why are job and wage growth so slow?

Within the first month of his presidency, Donald Trump said he was prioritizing "getting Americans back to work." But what is it actually like to work in the U.S. right now?
by MPR News Staff

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The future of U.S. trade with Canada

What is the relationship between the two countries now, and how might it change with the Trump administration?
by Julie Siple and Tom Weber

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Minnesota farm and ag delegation in Cuba amid changing U.S. policy

Minnesota farm and ag delegation in Cuba amid changing U.S. policy

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Tina Smith is in Cuba week with a delegation of Minnesota officials, farmers, and agribusiness leaders. The trip is meant to help spur agricultural sales to the country and has been in the works for months.
by MPR News Staff

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Some Mpls. businesses worry $15 minimum wage will cost them

Some Mpls. businesses worry $15 minimum wage will cost them

Supporters say a higher hourly wage will benefit low-income workers especially. Some critics warn it will force employers to make some hard decisions. The City Council hears public testimony on the plan today.
by Brandt Williams

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