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Minneapolis-based Jamf Holding Co. to lay off 166 employees
Minneapolis-based software company Jamf Holding Co. will lay off about 166 employees as it boosts investment in artificial intelligence.Jamf, which helps companies and schools use and secure Apple products, announced in a news release Tuesday that...

Minnesota Countdown to Kickoff: No. 43 LB Ethan Stendel
The Minnesota Golden Gophers’ countdown to kickoff for their 2025 season opener is down to 43 days, bringing true freshman linebacker Ethan Stendel into our player spotlight. The Caledonia, Minnesota, native was a four-star prospect according to...

Minnesota Supreme Court Rejects Attempt to Compel Disclosure of Reporter Communications
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled today that the Minnesota Free Flow of Information Act (MFFIA) does not have an exception for journalists who are alleged to have engaged in illegal activity, such as trespassing, when gathering...

SharpLink Now Largest Corporate Holder of ETH, Surpassing Ethereum Foundation
A Nasdaq-listed gaming company now holds more Ethereum (ETH) than the network’s own foundation. SharpLink Gaming (SBET) cemented its position as the world’s largest corporate ETH holder, amassing more than 280,000 ETH in one week, now worth nearly...
FBI raids Minnesota housing stabilization providers on suspicion of ‘massive’ fraud scheme
MINNEAPOLIS — Investigators on Wednesday morning, July 16, conducted raids of eight providers throughout the metro area suspected of abusing “millions” in housing stabilization funds. An affidavit unsealed Tuesday by FBI Special Agent Kurt Beulke...

US economic activity rises but outlook pessimistic, Fed says
By Ann Saphir and Howard Schneider (Reuters) -U.S. businesses told the Federal Reserve in June and early July that the loss of immigrant labor is adding to their struggles with the effects of fast-changing trade policies as the Trump...

What will the $3M for public safety/outreach near the Minnesota State Capitol entail?
ST. PAUL — With a whoop of joy, state Rep. Maria Isa Pérez-Vega, DFL-St. Paul, slid down the giant slide of an inflatable obstacle course erected Monday evening at Cass Gilbert Memorial Park, which overlooks the Minnesota State Capitol building....

Phillies lose two potential trade targets for 2025 deadline
Jul 14, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (25) during the 2025 Home Run Derby at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images The All-Star break festivities are behind us, with the Home Run Derby and...

What’s a Company to Do?—State-Federal Conflict on EJ
[co-author: Katrina Oshima, 2025 Summer Associate] Key Takeaways Despite the Trump administration’s elimination of federal environmental justice (EJ) programs, states are reaffirming their commitment to EJ and pushing forward new EJ programs and...

The Worst Thing To Ever Happen To The Minnesota Vikings
There have been some tough moments in Minnesota Vikings history. But no single entity ever did more damage than Mike Lynn, both in business and football divisions. Author: wtsp.com Published: 12:21 PM EDT July 16, 2025 Updated: 12:21 PM EDT July...

MLB trade deadline: Who's a buyer, who's a seller and who doesn't really know yet ahead of July 31
Major League Baseball's July 31 trade deadline is fast approaching, and teams are presently undertaking the prerequisite work of classifying themselves as buyers, sellers, or something lost in the nether regions between. You know how this goes....

Minnesota Killer Claims, 'Tim Walz Wanted Me to Kill Amy Klobuchar'
The supposed confession of Vance Boelter has detonated like a political bomb in Minnesota, and if you thought the media would leap into action, it’s been more like a panicked waddle for the exits. Boelter has been formally indicted on federal...

Police Arrest Suspect For Bomb Threat at Rochester Bank
officers were dispatched to the report of a suspicious man carrying a shoebox and talking about a bomb being inside of the box.Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities responded to an apparent bomb threat at a Rochester bank on Tuesday. Rochester...

Man charged with killing Minnesota lawmaker plans to plead not guilty
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Pie Company that appeared on ‘Shark Tank’ files for bankruptcy
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Rumors: Diamondbacks expected to trade rental players, including Suárez
The NL bested the AL in the most exciting All-Star Game in years Tuesday night. The second half begins Friday and, in only 15 days, the trade deadline will be upon us. Expect trade chatter and activity to pick up now that the amateur draft is in...

Scam Alert: New Sales Scam Reported In Minnesota
While I do wish scammers would go away, that's never going to happen. All that we can do is stay vigilant and smart so they go out of business, so to say. There are always scams going around these days, especially in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Some...

SCSU Adds New Online Business Degrees For Minnesota’s Future
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- St. Cloud State University is offering five new online business degree programs this fall. The university says it wants to support the evolving educational and workforce needs of communities across Minnesota. The new...

Mets urged to trade for $4.1M star closer to soldify bullpen
The New York Mets will look to add more talent to the roster ahead of the Major League Baseball trade deadline on July 31. One area of need for the Mets is pitching, and more specifically, the bullpen. MLB insiders Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman of...

University of Minnesota will honor 86 families at annual Farmfest ceremony Thursday, Aug. 7, at Gilfillan Estate
Families and growers from across Minnesota will be represented as the University of Minnesota honors them in the 2025 Farm Family of the Year ceremony at 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, at the annual Minnesota Farmfest near Redwood Falls. The event...