Business and Economic News

Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz on America's conscience
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz says America has lost its conscience, and leaves too many people behind with little hope and opportunity. He's calling for an economic and moral transformation and says there must be a balance between corporate profit and social impact.
Allina nurses vote this week could trigger indefinite strike
Negotiators for the Minnesota Nurses Association are urging their members to authorize an open-ended walkout, hoping the prospect of an indefinite strike will put more pressure on the health system to settle a contract.
The U.S. Agriculture Department's latest crop report will be released Monday afternoon, detailing what's expected to be another record harvest this fall.