Carson Hartzog

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Carson Hartzog is a business reporter for the Star Tribune.

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Retail

Food co-ops donate over $25K to Twin Cities Pride after event parted way with Target

Target sponsored the event for 18 years, but the organization cut ties after the retailer scaled back its DEI efforts.
February 4, 2025
Retail

Twin Cities activists rally crowd at Target HQ to boycott retailer after DEI rollback

More than 70 people came out to Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis to protest Target’s move in the wake of the Trump administration’s efforts to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
January 30, 2025
Retail

Suppliers, partners rethink relationship with Target after diversity pullback

Partners also worry about what support Target and others will give in the future.
January 27, 2025
Retail

Wahlburgers corporate takes over Mall of America restaurant, hoping to boost sales

The burger chain started by actors Mark and Donnie Wahlberg and their chef brother, Paul, ended their franchise agreement with Hy-Vee.
January 24, 2025
Retail

Target is latest corporation to terminate DEI goals, in line with White House

The Minneapolis-based retailer said diversity will remain part of its business goals despite scaling back initiatives started in the wake of George Floyd’s murder.
January 24, 2025