economy

The job growth rate for the entire state was 1.3%.

Sales tax revenues were slightly lower than predicted.

As the government shutdown stretches on, Central Minnesota might feel the pinch in unexpected ways. Stay tuned for insights on what this means for local families.

As the government shutdown looms, local economist King Banaian breaks down the potential economic ripple effects. It’s a story that hits close to home for many.

With inflation on the rise and property taxes climbing, the local economy is feeling the heat—let's break down what that means for everyday folks.

With the announcement of Centrex Rehab’s closure, over 300 workers face uncertainty. There are resources available, though — stay tuned for how to navigate this.

The state's unemployment rate was also a full percentage point lower than the national average.

While the cost of eggs continues to increase, there are a few ways to make that carton last longer in your fridge. Some may even keep past the "sell by" date.

The standard requires all new cars, starting in 2029, to include technology that can stop and avoid contact with a vehicle in front of them when traveling up to 62 miles per hour and to be able to detect pedestrians in both daylight and darkness.

Will the United States go into a recession? Is the country in one now? These are questions that economists are asking. St. Cloud State Economist King Banaian joined me on WJON. He says economist don't know if a recession is happening but Banaian did highlight some concerning trends.