Gita Sitaramiah
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Consumer reporterGita Sitaramiah was the Star Tribune consumer reporter.
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Two men killed in a plane crash near Afton home
Federal officials were investigating Saturday’s crash, which killed men from White Bear Lake and Baytown Township.
March 2, 2024
Business
Downtown Minneapolis gains ground in tourism, ‘taking our story back’
Central business district hotel operators say crucial business travel is slow to return.
February 29, 2024
Business
Wendy’s now says it won’t start using surge pricing similar to Uber, Lyft
However, the fast-food chain confirmed it is spending $20 million on AI-powered menu boards.
February 29, 2024
Business
Planning an international trip is complicated. These are the elements to consider.
There’s a lot to weigh beyond just destination when you want to travel abroad for your next vacation.
February 19, 2024
Business
After backlash, Minnetonka moccasins relaunch style with redesign by Indigenous artist
The Minneapolis footwear maker is working to reconcile its use of Native American designs and ideas.
February 16, 2024
Business
Minnesotans still taking fewer business trips but are tacking on leisure
These “bleisure” travelers are part of why some projections show business travel fully recovering to pre-pandemic spending levels this year.
February 15, 2024
Business
Did you graduate during the Great Recession? Tell us how you’re doing financially
Incomes for young people didn’t bounce back after the Great Recession as they did for older generations. Share your story about how you’ve fared economically and how you view your future.
February 5, 2024
Business
Delta raises branded credit card fees just months after blowback from changes to SkyMiles
The Atlanta-based carrier sparked controversy last year after making status more costly and lounge access more exclusive.
February 2, 2024
Business
After backlash, Minnetonka moccasins relaunch style with redesign by Indigenous artist
The Minneapolis footwear maker is working to reconcile its use of Native American designs and ideas.
February 16, 2024
Business
Minnesotans still taking fewer business trips but are tacking on leisure
These “bleisure” travelers are part of why some projections show business travel fully recovering to pre-pandemic spending levels this year.
February 15, 2024
Business
Did you graduate during the Great Recession? Tell us how you’re doing financially
Incomes for young people didn’t bounce back after the Great Recession as they did for older generations. Share your story about how you’ve fared economically and how you view your future.
February 5, 2024
Business
Delta raises branded credit card fees just months after blowback from changes to SkyMiles
The Atlanta-based carrier sparked controversy last year after making status more costly and lounge access more exclusive.
February 2, 2024