Shoppers drive a strong start to the holiday season. Governor Walz is put under a microscope as allegations of statewide fraud increase. Later, Chamber President and CEO Doug Loon is joined by a Minnesota business leader to discuss how the upcoming Paid Family and Medical Leave will affect their business.

The 2026 Business Benchmarks report shows the state trailing in several key indicators. Hormel hands out thousands of free turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving. Later, the risks of paid family and medical leave ahead of its January 1 launch date.

Xcel Energy files plans to expand its clean-energy projects in Minnesota. Home affordability in the Twin Cities continues to decline. Later, what small businesses need to know as Paid Family and Medical Leave rapidly approaches.

Delta Air Lines unveils new uniforms. Control of the Minnesota State Senate has been decided. And later, Doug Loon, President and CEO of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its "economic imperative for growth initiative" and invites you to the upcoming Economic Summit.

U.S. Bank is set to become the NFL's official bank. What factors are changing the way Minnesota consumers spend their money? And later, what you need to know about Minnesota's fluorescent light ban taking effect in 2026.

Anxiety grows for employers about the Paid Family and Medical Leave program. Enrollment is rising at Minnesota colleges. Later, why are Republicans struggling to find a strong candidate for Minnesota's open U.S. Senate seat?

The Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal names its 2026 Executive of the Year. Director of Paid Family and Medical Leave at DEED, Greg Norfleet, discusses the upcoming program with Chamber President and CEO, Doug Loon. Later, what changes are CEOs making in hiring plans in the next year?

The 2025 winner of the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota contest is revealed. Minnesota Power breaks ground on a new project. Later, what factors are boosting economic activity in downtown St. Paul?

The Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota contest is narrowed down to four finalists. Doug Loon, President and CEO of the Minnesota Chamber, discusses the upcoming Paid Family and Medical Leave program with Senator Nick Frentz. Later, what factors make manufacturing one of the most expensive and complex industries to operate?

Delta hopes to develop a hybrid electric jet. Tim Walz has questionable approval of his third campaign for governor. Later, a conversation with Representative Dave Baker on the upcoming Paid Family and Medical Leave program.