Business and Economic News

Gov. Mark Dayton still must sign off on the multi-million-dollar package of incentives designed to lure a siding plant promising 250 jobs to the economically struggling Iron Range.
On Tuesday, state and federal officials marked the 1,000th easement in Minnesota at a ceremony near Moorhead, Minn.
TSA's head of security said to be 'removed' from office
The Oversight Committee has criticized TSA for giving Kelly Hoggan bonuses despite security problems under his leadership. The agency has also been under fire for long screening lines for travelers.
Delta adding workers to cut MSP security wait times
The new workers will relieve TSA workers of routine tasks such as such as moving the storage bins that travelers put their possessions in. They won't perform actual security related functions, like checking IDs or screening passengers.
As their anchors sink, malls try to present retail 'experience'
With more department stores closing, some owners are trying to make malls "more experiential," adding gyms and theaters. One developer is targeting Hispanics with regular concerts and festivities.
What $62 billion in cash could buy you: Monsanto
German chemical company Bayer makes a strong offer to buy the giant U.S. agricultural firm.
Madelia finds a path out of the fire
A February explosion and fire tore through downtown Madelia, searing the lives of many families. This spring, though, there is new construction, and hope.
Minnesota sees April job surge; jobless rate stays at 3.8 percent
Minnesota employers added 15,600 jobs in April, a huge monthly gain. But the state's 12-month job growth continues to lag the nation, state economic officials said Thursday.