MINNEAPOLIS-The Minnesota retail giant aims to become even larger, with the 685-million acquistion. Plans are also afoot to

DENVER-The Downtown's former crown jewel is undergoing a $25-million renovation, calling for the addition of 25,000 sf to its existing 111,000 sf. The Tabor Center will count among its tenants a Disney-owned 23,000-sf ESPN Zone restaurant and sports complex.

HOUSTON-Property owners of an upscale neighborhood lack the necessary clout to block a 30-unit motel going up in their midst. The motel's plans meet city codes and the owner has his permits in hand, thanks to Houston's "no zoning" stance.

LOS ANGELES-The unsolicited $740-million bid for CB Richard Ellis has overshadowed takeover efforts for another locally based, publicly held firm--tiny G&L Realty Corp.