Business and Economic News

Minnesota's jobless rate was unchanged for the fourth consecutive month; the state's year-over-year job growth continues to lag the nation, officials said Thursday.
Wal-Mart, America's largest grocer, is now selling ugly fruit and vegetables
Lots of tasty, nutritious produce ends up in landfills because it doesn't meet retail beauty standards. Now Wal-Mart is testing sales of wonky apples and spuds in hundreds of Texas and Florida stores.
Sources: Murdochs moving to oust Roger Ailes after sexual harassment allegations
Ailes, the CEO and chairman of Fox News, has been sued by a former anchor, and other accusers have stepped forward. Fox News sources now say the Murdoch family is moving to push Ailes out.
Photos: The new stadium says the Vikings are coming
It's official -- the Vikings stadium is complete, and tours open for the public this weekend. In the meantime, here's a sneak peak.
Looks like a bridge: Pieces fall into place at St. Croix Crossing
St. Croix Crossing is really more like 980 mini bridges, strung end-to-end between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Those puzzle pieces are finally being fitted together.
Summer isn't always a vacation for families who can't afford it
If you've got kids, the summertime costs families who have to look for creative ways to afford it -- and not just financially. Research shows lower-income kids typically fall behind over the summer.