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Reusse: LPGA's Olson was close to 'The General,' a dear father-in-law
We were rooting for Amy Olson as she tried to win the U.S. Women's Open after the weekend death of father-in-law Lee Olson, a well-known figure in Wayzata's youth sports community.
Scoggins: Giving Gophers football special treatment right call, even if it looks unfair
Other Gophers head coaches heard "No" on extra scholarship spending this year. P.J. Fleck will hear "Yes." That decision is necessary if the university wants to keep pace with other schools.
Scoggins: Gophers' Morgan shows passing skill that Huskers' Martinez lacks
The Gophers asked their QB to throw when necessary. The Huskers avoided that option.
Reusse: Veeck's brand expands with official affiliation with Twins
The St. Paul Saints are ending nearly three decades of existence as an independent, alternative entity.
Medcalf: How can Minnesotans face the truth about racism, past and present? Start with a book
To ponder the past is not an optional quest for a Black person in this country.
Souhan: Which way will the Cousins pendulum swing for Vikings?
Sunday's showdown with one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history might define what has been an up-and-down season.
Schafer: America has a dropout problem, and I'm not talking about schools
Brooks: A second chance for veterans gets one last chance at Minnesota Legislature
Souhan: Brady will provide toughest test for Zimmer's improving defense
The Vikings defense has stopped allowing opposing stars to operate at will, and that has given their offense chances to win shootouts.
Scoggins: College football taking on pandemic, in retrospect, worthy of a few cheers
Everyone is making sacrifices right now. College athletes included.
Reusse: Twins, Saints bridge what once was a bitter baseball divide
Sports boosters in Minneapolis and St. Paul haven't always gotten along, but the teams' new arrangement seems to benefit both sides.
Souhan: For Twins, life after Rosario means more youth, possible trade
The slugger was a throwback player and served them well. But change is here, and more of it could be on the way.
Souhan: Loons' devastating loss can't dull Reynoso's ascension
It would be tempting Minnesota-style sports fate to predict future playoff success, but there is no question Minnesota United has found its franchise player.
Local
As longtime Hutchinson, Litchfield papers close, 2 newspapers launch to take their place
Former diversity worker sues University of Minnesota after firing over swastika photo
Metro Transit steps up safety efforts with monitors displaying bus behavior for all to see
Duluth mayor pledges population growth in the long-stalled city
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Sports
Anthony Edwards has Wolves nearing a Suns sweep
New QB McCarthy says Vikings 'just a perfect fit'
Alt family planned for peaceful night. They got an NFL draft surprise.
Win streak reaches five as Twins beat Angels 5-3 behind Ober's stellar outing
Business
After ATF ruling, bottom falls out for St. Cloud firearms maker
Immigrant workers sue Minnesota vegetable farm for shorted pay, 'deplorable' conditions
Minneapolis to set up Lake Street Community Safety Center, and wants residents' help to define it
As longtime Hutchinson, Litchfield papers close, 2 newspapers launch to take their place
Opinion
What does Anoka-Hennepin really teach about DEI?
What's lost when newspapers die
Editorial counterpoint: Embrace the shift in public notices
Thoughts from the Star Tribune's new community engagement director
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Variety
Minneapolis native Poppy Harlow parts ways with CNN
TV to watch: Dan Rather documentary is second-rate journalism
Icehouse owner hopes to avoid eviction as music scene rallies around Eat Street venue
Minnesota veteran makes 1,000-mile 'gratitude walk' for program that helps vets
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Souhan: What happened to the Suns? They're too soft and shallow
Phoenix was favored to beat the Timberwolves, but the series hasn't been much of a test at all.
Chip Scoggins
Scoggins: Adofo-Mensah, O'Connell get Vikings reboot right in Year 3
The Vikings held a news conference Friday to welcome their top two draft picks. The moment doubled as an unofficial unveiling of management's vision for the team.
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Anderson: Building a new Waterville fish hatchery will help shorten the time between bites
With new funding, a long-dreamed-of facility will replace the 1954 Waterville, Minn., hatchery that began as a garage.
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Politics
President Joe Biden says he's 'happy to debate' Donald Trump. Trump says he's ready to go
What we know about the Sen. Nicole Mitchell burglary allegations so far
Charges revealed against a former Trump aide and 4 lawyers in Arizona fake electors case
Frustrated Minnesota teachers seek probe of pension fund
Nation
Trump's lawyers try to discredit testimony of prosecution's lead witness in hush money trial
Midwest tornadoes cause severe damage in Omaha suburbs
G/O Media sells satirical news site the Onion to group of digital media veterans
Tennessee governor signs bills to allow armed teachers nearly a year after deadly Nashville shooting
World
British Army says horses that bolted and ran loose in central London continue 'to be cared for'
Antony Blinken meets with China's President Xi as US, China spar over bilateral and global issues
These are the countries where TikTok is already banned
Italy halts loans to Minneapolis Institute of Art following dispute over 'Doryphoros' sculpture
Curious Minnesota
Searching for Snoopy: What happened to all the 'Peanuts' statues in St. Paul?
Why do so many Minnesota homeowners get free roofs after a hailstorm?
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What are the financial pros and cons of retiring in Minnesota?
Celebs
Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says
Minneapolis native Poppy Harlow parts ways with CNN
Harvey Weinstein due back in court Wednesday, as key witness weighs whether to testify at a retrial
Caitlin Clark helps KARE 11 and Fox 9 reporters bond with their daughters
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Felled by stroke, Maple Grove runner rebuilds self with grit, smile
While some track and field athletes grumbled their way through extended indoor workouts brought on by prolonged winter weather, Sawyer French mostly smiled while laboring to make the left side of his body functional again.
Scoggins: A reminder about what high school sports are all about
After several Hopkins basketball players removed their second-place medals almost as soon as they received them on Saturday night, the team's student manager provided a moment to remember.