Vikings vs. Bears: Week 18 staff preview and predictions Our staff gives their predictions for the final regular season game of the season USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 6, 2023
Minnesota Democrats move quickly to codify abortion access in state law MINNEAPOLIS — A fast-tracked proposal to enshrine access to abortion into Minnesota law cleared its first legislative hurdle on Thursday, signaling newfound urgency on an issue that has been static for years under divided government. Tribune News Service · Jan 6, 2023
Vikings vs. Bears: 5 players to watch in Week 18 Here are five players to watch for in this week 18 matchup USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 5, 2023
More cities, suburbs need to wipe out zoning to get construction moving, author says Minneapolis is one of the cities leading the country away from zoning rules that make it harder for people to own homes, says M. Nolan Gray, a California-based city planner who has become a national advocate for higher-density development. Tribune News Service · Jan 5, 2023
Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves finish strong to hold off Trail Blazers MINNEAPOLIS —The Timberwolves wanted to show that their effort in Monday's win against Denver wasn't just a blip. Wednesday's matchup against Portland represented a chance for the Wolves to begin stacking victories after dropping six straight prior to Monday. Tribune News Service · Jan 5, 2023
New Minnesota state Rep. Maria Isa Pérez-Vega drops a rap album the same day she's sworn in MINNEAPOLIS — Among the many questions veteran Twin Cities rapper Maria Isa heard last year during her successful campaign to become a new state legislator, the one that always baffled her was, "Are you going to quit your music career?" Tribune News Service · Jan 4, 2023
Anthony Edwards says ‘come support’ Timberwolves to LGBTQ community MINNEAPOLIS — As a Timberwolves season-ticket holder, Sabrina Hiller attended a meet-and-greet with the team's players in December. The St. Paul native, like a lot of Wolves fans, gravitated toward Anthony Edwards as a favorite player because of his charisma and star potential on the court. Tribune News Service · Jan 4, 2023
Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves end six-game losing streak by toppling Nuggets MINNEAPOLIS — The Nuggets were the last team the struggling Timberwolves wanted to see on their schedule following their lowest moment of the season, a moment that caused a team meeting after Saturday's loss to Detroit. Tribune News Service · Jan 3, 2023
Tinned fish is the hot new appetizer MINNEAPOLIS — Put down the lutefisk. Tribune News Service · Jan 2, 2023
After shooting, shoppers mixed over Mall of America bag check policy MINNEAPOLIS — A new security measure at the Mall of America, instituted days after a fatal shooting there, is getting mixed reviews from customers. Tribune News Service · Jan 1, 2023
Timberwolves lose to Pistons for sixth consecutive loss MINNEAPOLIS — The Timberwolves either hit rock bottom on their season or are hovering just inches above it after falling, 116-104, to the Detroit Pistons at Target Center on Saturday night. Tribune News Service · Jan 1, 2023
Wild battle Central-leading Stars evenly before fading in third period to lose 4-1 MINNEAPOLIS — The Wild and Stars are among the top teams in the Central Division, and they both played like it. Tribune News Service · Dec 30, 2022
Four teens charged in fatal shooting at Mall of America during fight MINNEAPOLIS — An 18-year-old and three juveniles were charged Thursday in a fatal shooting last week at the Mall of America in which three guns were fired, sending shoppers into lockdown for a third time since the past holiday season. Tribune News Service · Dec 30, 2022
3 teens charged in Mall of America shooting that killed St. Paul man MINNEAPOLIS — An 18-year-old and two juveniles were charged Thursday in connection with a fatal shooting last week at the Mall of America that sent shoppers into an active shooter lockdown for a third time since last holiday season. Tribune News Service · Dec 29, 2022
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 29, 2022 25 potential free agent targets for the Vikings in 2023 There will be plenty of talent available available in free agency
Tribune News Service · Dec 29, 2022 Morris Day knows what time it is: 'Last Call' for his recording career MINNEAPOLIS — Dig if you will this confusing picture: Morris Day is headlining the New Year's Eve festivities at Paisley Park even though the Prince Estate, which runs the Chanhassen studio-turned-museum, won't allow Day to use the moniker that made him famous — the Time.
Tribune News Service · Dec 29, 2022 Chip Scoggins: Gophers are showing signs they plan to air it out more MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Gophers attempted a half-dozen deep throws among nearly 30 pass attempts in their final regular-season game. Then P.J. Fleck went and signed five wide receivers in recruiting, including two via the transfer portal who already have combined for 200 catches and 27 touchdowns at the FBS…
Tribune News Service · Dec 28, 2022 Minn. governor proposes plan to fight fraud in wake of pandemic food-aid scheme MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Walz has proposed adding an inspector general to the Minnesota Department of Education and spending more money on grant oversight, audits and fraud investigation in the aftermath of the Feeding Our Future scandal.
Sports Illustrated · Dec 27, 2022 ‘Boys in Blue’ Documentary Takes on New Meaning After Death of 15-Year-Old Quarterback The series follows a north Minneapolis high school football team and its coaches, most of whom are police officers, during the aftermath of the police killing of George Floyd. But the story changed when tragedy struck.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 27, 2022 Week 16 NFL Power Rankings: Vikings rankings vary The Vikings aren't getting enough respect for their 12-3 record
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 27, 2022 Vikings News Roundup: Underdogs, avoiding Hackett and injuries The latest Vikings news is diverse in a range of topics
Tribune News Service · Dec 27, 2022 330-mile horse ride to remember mass execution of Dakota people arrives in Mankato MINNEAPOLIS — Prayers and grit kept a team of Dakota riders going through two snowstorms and long, frigid days on horses this month, through South Dakota and southern Minnesota to reach Mankato on Dec. 26 — to mark the 160th anniversary of the largest mass execution in American history, and…
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 26, 2022 Vikings vs. Giants: Best and worst PFF grades from Week 16 The Vikings played well on Saturday and the PFF grades reflected as such
Tribune News Service · Dec 25, 2022 Mall of America shooting victim identified as Johntae Hudson of St. Paul MINNEAPOLIS — A 19-year-old from St. Paul was the victim in the fatal shooting Friday at the Mall of America in a dispute between two groups of young men at Nordstrom, his sister wrote in a post for an online fundraiser.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 25, 2022 The Vikings set multiple records in Week 16 win vs. Giants It's isn't every week that you set an NFL record, but the Vikings are finding a way to make it a common occurrence