Other

U.K. Firm: 3M Botched Clinical Trial

The Porton Group, a private equity firm based in the United Kingdom, claims that 3M Company "botched" the clinical trial of a product that 3M acquired through the purchase of a company in 2007. The firm is now asking that the FDA investigate 3M's trial for the product.

Bixby Leaders Resign Amid Legal Battles

Founder and CEO Bob Walker, along with other leaders of Bixby Energy Systems, have resigned-a move that settled two civil lawsuits; however, the company reportedly is still subject to investigation from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and a federal criminal probe.

Latest Articles

Mpls: Pension Fund Bill Would Benefit Taxpayers

The City of Minneapolis claims that a bill that would merge closed Minneapolis police and fire fighter pension funds with a statewide fund would protect taxpayers from rising property taxes. But it appears some details of the proposed consolidation still need to be worked out.

Twin Cities Gets Mixed Marks for “Business Vitality”

The MSP Business Vitality Index, which compares the Twin Cities to eight other metro areas, found that the local business climate excels in its unemployment rate and number of Fortune 500 firms-but it leaves plenty to be desired when it comes to accessing capital and attracting minority entrepreneurs.

Vikings, Ramsey County Reveal $1B Stadium Deal

The team has decided to pursue a new 65,000-seat retractable-roof stadium in Arden Hills, and it will work with Ramsey County officials to garner support from the state, which would have to cover $300 million of the total bill.
See More