Just when it seemed there wasn’t a new idea in retail, J.C. Penney laid out an ambitious plan to overhaul its stores and brand.

At least four “major international fashion-forward retail stores”–three new to town–will replace Bloomingdale’s at Mall of America, vice president of public relations Dan Jasper announced Wednesday.

It's true. The Turtle Bread in the Minneapolis skyway system (in One Financial Plaza) is closing as of this Friday.

Target’s first limited-edition collection of lingerie and loungewear was scheduled to debut in stores this week, but some product was delayed.

Beware the Target bill this week. The Shops at Target debuts Sunday, May 6 with fresh, affordable products Target has co-created with five stand-out specialty stores from around the country. There are nearly 400 items in all, ranging from $1 for a nail file to $159.99 for a pouf for the home.

The beer geeks of St. Paul's Muddy Pig are behind the new pub, which had a softly quiet opening with a limited menu this past weekend.

Nancy Lyons and Meghan Wilker are technology experts, speakers, authors, creators of Geek Girls Guide, and it’s all led to this: their first pair of reading glasses, designed in collaboration with Minneapolis-based Eyebobs.

Typically used for flavoring cocktails, bitters can be used to give a boost to a variety of foods -- including cookies. Read Stephanie March's recommendation for a holiday treat brought to life with Bittercube-brand bitters.