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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.
Goodbye Star Tribune
I'm sad to say that this is my last entry for the Star Tribune. I've blogged here weekly for the past nine years, and I've appreciated all of the support. I've learned a lot, I've appreciated your comments, and I've truly enjoyed sharing what I know about houses. Teaching is my passion, and this has given me a platform to reach more people than I ever thought possible.
Sunshine Odds Increasing but Late-Week Snow Potential is Iffy
I keep waiting for winter to kick in, but we may be waiting a few more weeks for a traditional cold/snowy pattern to return. You know, more like October was? What a strange late autumn, early winter scenario. And to think, in 13 days the Winter Solstice marks the lowest sun angle. By Christmas Day daylight will be on the increase again, for the first time since late June.
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.
Local
Why all Hennepin County residents' trash bills went up
Couple found shot to death in vehicle in Blaine
Legislative auditor: State firefighter training board violated 'significant' financial documentation requirements
Warrant: Stolen ruby slippers were buried in suspect's backyard for seven years
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Sports
Nelson helps extend U's season with two late goals to beat Nebraska Omaha 3-2
Twins open season with 4-1 victory over Royals
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Wild score twice in third period to polish off pesky Sharks 3-1
Business
It's a tough time to be a food startup. How Minnesota brands hope to reach the next level.
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Mall of America sues Sugar Factory for more than $2M in unpaid rent
Minnesota carnival operator ordered to pay $210K in back wages for breaking H-2B visa laws
Opinion
Legalize sports betting in Minnesota
Raising the retirement age won't help anyone
Editorial cartoon: U.S. Supreme Court (family planning clinic)
Readers Write: Trump's Bibles, NBC News, environmental permitting, nuclear power, Ramadan
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Variety
Former Minnesotan's book offers lessons in cooking, writing and adventure
Parking ramps are ugly — but we need more of them in downtown Minneapolis
This Suburbs guitarist is all over the Twin Cities music scene, especially at Icehouse in April
From Minnesota to Broadway: Here are 7 shows that launched in the land of 10,000 lights
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Souhan: Injury-plagued Twins opener still offers some reassurance
The Twins may have lost two players in one game, but it's the pair who didn't miss a beat that should offer injury-paranoid fans some relief.
Patrick Reusse
Reusse: Taylor on sale for Wolves, Lynx falling through: 'It's business'
"Everyone has the right to bring in the lawyers," Glen Taylor said after Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez didn't hit deadlines to complete the purchase of the Timberwolves and Lynx.
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Got time for a tale? Reusse muses on Mankato, Winona, West Texas and St. Thomas
An NCAA Division II semifinal game in men's basketball has a lot of ties to Minnesota powerhouse teams.
James Lileks
Parking ramps are ugly — but we need more of them in downtown Minneapolis
What if any new ramp could be designed to enhance the city, not just store cars?
Politics
Minnesota's 'archaic' tech wastes critical caseworker time, counties say
House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as impeachment inquiry stalls
Minnesota Legislature considers these 5 cannabis law changes
House Speaker Mike Johnson will send Mayorkas impeachment to the Senate next month
Nation
US changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity. It's the first revision in 27 years
Suspect charged with murder, attempted murder in deadly Rockford rampage
Fallen crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison
Trump backers try again to recall Wisconsin GOP Assembly speaker as first effort stalls
World
Haiti now needs up to 5,000 police to help tackle `catastrophic' gang violence , UN expert says
Norwegians facing a shortage as Easter nears are hoarding eggs from neighboring Sweden
Rio de Janeiro declares a dengue health emergency days ahead of Carnival
Russian veto brings an end to the UN panel that monitors North Korea nuclear sanctions
Curious Minnesota
What's the story behind Duluth's Aerial Lift Bridge?
Skid-steers, Softsoap and Nerf: 8 more Minnesota inventions that changed the world
Introducing the Curious Minnesota Collection. Every question we've answered — now in one place
Why does Maplewood have such an odd shape?
Celebs
Joe Mauer makes brief appearance on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'
No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney
Bob Uecker, 90, expected to broadcast Brewers' home opener vs. Twins, but workload the rest of season is uncertain
Beyoncé shares 'Cowboy Carter' track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson
Inspired
Artists offer ideas for improving the health care system
Rochester author Harriet Hodgson on grief: 'Death will be the loser. Life will be the winner.'
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Yuen: This Minnesota man has written thousands of poems over more than a decade — all to his wife
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Patrick Reusse has been covering sports in the Twin Cities since 1968.