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Vikings nearly fold to Jaguars pressure. Can they hold off blitzing Bucs?
Offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak must find more ways to clear throwing lanes for Kirk Cousins against Tampa Bay, and keep him from getting hit as often as he did against Jacksonville.
Cornerback Hill waived by Vikings
The Vikings parted ways with Holton Hill on Tuesday, ending a run for the cornerback that never quite lived up to expectations.
Robbins' shot blocking could be key for Gophers vs. Boston College
The 7-foot Drake transfer ranked among the nation's leaders in blocks last season.
Former Shakopee star plays Gophers again, this time back home
Boston College senior and former Shakopee star Steffon Mitchell plays the Gophers for a second time Tuesday in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. Mitchell went from under-the-radar high school prospect to one of the top defensive players in the ACC.
Reusse: Kohorst couldn't hold down Hornung, did hold onto SJU coach
Elmer Kohorst went from Albany to Notre Dame and became a two-time All-America catcher. Later, Elmer was Jim Smith's basketball assistant at St. John's and saved him from responding to archrival Tom Feely.
Reusse: Dick Allen recalled fondly by Blyleven in a Met Stadium tale
July 31, 1972: Dick Allen, the AL's MVP-to-be, became the first big-leaguer in 40 years with two inside-the-park home runs. It happened against the Twins with Blyleven pitching.
Gophers' Reedy, LaFontaine earn Big Ten men's hockey honors
Reedy was named the conference's first star of the week and LaFontaine the third star for their performances in a sweep of Michigan State.
Playoff heartbreak truly makes Minnesota United 'one of us'
A two-goal lead with less than 20 minutes to play should be enough of a cushion in soccer. But not for the Loons, who added another chapter to the three-decade heartbreak of Minnesota's men pro sports teams.
Loons stay with effective four front in Monday's MLS Western final
The Loons stay with Robin Lod roaming with Kevin Molino, Emanuel Reynoso and Ethan Finlay that has served them so well in playoffs so far.
Rosario, in Instagram letter, bids farewell to Twins fans
The left fielder played six seasons in Minnesota and was non-tendered at the deadline Wednesday.
Cook is a workhorse; are the Vikings asking too much of him?
Cook now has four games of at least 30 touches this season, more than any NFL player since Le'Veon Bell had six such games for the Steelers in 2017.
Should the Wild look into playing games outside at TCF Bank Stadium?
Per a recent report: "Several NHL teams are are exploring the possibility of playing some 2020-21 home games in outdoor venues."
With plenty of competition, 2020 Vikings rank among most frustrating
These Vikings have shown themselves to be good enough to be considered frustrating.
Souhan postgame: Yes, the Vikings somehow won on Sunday
Do you believe in this team, after watching them almost lose to Jacksonville at home in a game they desperately needed to win?
Vikings LB Kendricks tweaks injured calf during warmups, ruled out vs. Jaguars
Cleveland, Thielen return to action; Mattison among six on inactive list
The Vikings want to be "smart" with running back Dalvin Cook's workload after his ankle injury last week, coach Mike Zimmer said. Alexander Mattison's absence will test that.
Souhan pregame: Why the Vikings should worry about the Jaguars
The Vikings today face an inferior opponent at U.S. Bank Stadium. What could go wrong?
Vikings' Mattison sidelined for Sunday's game
Dalvin Cook's primary backup won't play against the Jaguars after being deactivated on Saturday.
Local
An infamous heist put this North Woods town in the global spotlight. Nervous breakdowns and Hollywood deals ensued.
Body camera video shows Minnetonka man repeatedly shooting at deputies before dying in firefight
Oakdale issues warning after coyote attacks dog in nature preserve
A Minnesota sailor killed at Pearl Harbor to come home, 83 years later
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Sports
Vikings mock draft: seven rounds, eight picks and, yes, one quarterback
Is this the most important draft pick in Vikings history?
Scoggins: Worried about costly trade to draft a quarterback? Don't be.
Live: Twins go for sweep vs. White Sox. Follow it on Gameview.
Business
Immigrant workers sue Minnesota vegetable farm for shorted pay, 'deplorable' conditions
Xcel profits after job cuts, but Texas wildfire costs could be 'adverse'
Room & Board transfers ownership to employees with stock plan
US growth slowed sharply last quarter to 1.6% pace, reflecting an economy pressured by high rates
Opinion
Thoughts from the Star Tribune's new community engagement director
In Minnesota, statistical gloom amid the hope of a progressive-led boom
Taiwan policy must be a campaign issue
Pass $120 million in emergency funding for rural EMS in Minnesota now
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Variety
'A Year With Frog and Toad' closes a chapter at CTC
Italy halts loans to Minneapolis Institute of Art following dispute over 'Doryphoros' sculpture
Indian classical music: Lean in, it's fun, two performers say ahead of St. Paul show
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Dennis Anderson
Anderson: Trailblazing sonar will be in thousands of boats for opener
The futuristic "forward-facing sonar" is here and becoming much more common in Minnesota boats. One impact: Releasing fish might become necessary as catch rates improve.
Chip Scoggins
Scoggins: Worried about costly trade to draft a quarterback? Don't be.
Which one, at what pick, for what cost? If the Vikings draft a quarterback who becomes a star, you won't remember what they paid to get him.
Patrick Reusse
Reusse: Shaver was 'Voice of the North Stars' and an all-time great guy
Al Shaver, who had a premier standing among Minnesota sports radio voices, died Monday at 96. He made many friends and called it like he saw it.
Jennifer Brooks
Minnesota state senator's burglary arrest puts private family drama in the election year spotlight
Public waits to learn more after state Sen. Nicole Mitchell was arrested in a relative's home.
Politics
Minnesota Senate GOP files ethics complaint against Sen. Nicole Mitchell
Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law
Minnesota TikTokers react to app's ban in the U.S.
Investigator says Trump, allies were uncharged co-conspirators in plot to overturn Michigan election
Nation
Tough new EPA rules would force coal-fired power plants to capture emissions or shut down
Trump is in New York for the hush money trial while the Supreme Court hears his immunity case in DC
Arizona indicts 18 in election interference case, including Giuliani and Meadows
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction overturned by NY appeals court
World
Italy halts loans to Minneapolis Institute of Art following dispute over 'Doryphoros' sculpture
Ariel Henry resigns as prime minister of Haiti, paving the way for a new government to take power
Hamas official says group would lay down its arms if an independent Palestinian state is established
Spain's prime minister says he will consider resigning after wife is targeted by judicial probe
Curious Minnesota
Why do so many Minnesota homeowners get free roofs after a hailstorm?
What are the financial pros and cons of retiring in Minnesota?
Introducing the Curious Minnesota Collection. Every question we've answered — now in one place
How did Faribault become home to Minnesota's deaf and blind academies?
Celebs
Summer Movie Guide: Virtually all the movies coming to theaters and streaming from May to Labor Day
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Photographer alleges he was forced to watch Megan Thee Stallion have sex and was unfairly fired
Video shows Alec Baldwin smacking phone away from woman demanding he say 'Free Palestine'
Inspired
Female inductee in Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame is flying high
Driver pulled from burning car on I-94 in St. Paul thanks good Samaritans for saving his life
73 years later, St. Peter man finally getting Purple Heart
The story of Hercules the cat: Rescued in 2022, Target model in 2024
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