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Karl-Anthony Towns declares 'championship or bust' for Timberwolves

MINNEAPOLIS — With their offseason trade for Rudy Gobert, a massive extension for franchise cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns and the projected continued ascendance of Anthony Edwards, the Timberwolves could be poised for big things in years to come.

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Ruling may mean less time for 2 who violated Floyd's rights

A federal judge has sided with two former Minneapolis police officers convicted of violating George Floyd’s civil rights, saying the guidelines for their sentences will be calculated in a way that could mean substantially less prison time for them

The Independent UK

Chip Scoggins: Trading Carlos Correa would be an insult to the spirit of competition

MINNEAPOLIS — The Twins return to playing games on Saturday. This gives Derek Falvey's front office 10 days until the trade deadline to decide how to proceed and, more specifically, what action to take on a pressing matter that looms over the organization and has become a talker among Twins…

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2 former officers to be sentenced next week for violating George Floyd's civil rights

MINNEAPOLIS — A federal judge will sentence the remaining two former Minneapolis police officers convicted of violating George Floyd's civil rights during his 2020 killing through back-to-back hearings next week in St. Paul.

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Dave Chappelle mocks protesters who made him relocate Minneapolis show

Original venue cancelled sold-out show, citing backlash over comedian’s allegedly transphobic jokes

The Independent UK

Jim Souhan: Before becoming Boston's 'Big Papi,' David Ortiz felt joy and pain with the Twins

MINNEAPOLIS — While the Boston Red Sox enjoyed David Ortiz's improbable rise to greatness, the Twins had their moments, too.

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EXPLAINER: Not unusual for ex-cop to report later for prison

The federal judge who sentenced Thomas Lane to 2 1/2 years in prison on a civil rights charge in the killing of George Floyd says the former Minneapolis police officer won’t have to surrender until after his sentencing in a separate case in two months

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A Minneapolis venue canceled a Dave Chappelle set hours before showtime

The show was suddenly moved to another venue. Chappelle has received criticism over the last few years for his jokes aimed at the LGBTQ community, particularly transgender people.

WEKU

Dave Chappelle show canceled in Minneapolis after backlash: 'We know we let you down'

A performance venue in Minneapolis canceled a Dave Chappelle stand-up show on Wednesday shortly before the comedian was scheduled to take the stage.

Los Angeles Times

Bruce Springsteen fans on fire over ticket prices for 2023 shows

MINNEAPOLIS — The glory days of seeing Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band for under $150 are apparently over.

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A Minneapolis venue cancelled Dave Chappelle's performance after an internet uproar

“We believe in diverse voices and the freedom of artistic expression, but in honoring that, we lost sight of the impact this would have,” the venue said in a statement.

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Thomas Lane sentenced to 2.5 years for violating George Floyd’s civil rights

Former Minneapolis police officer was found guilty in February of depriving the 46-year-old Black man of his civil rights by failing to provide him with medical care during his fatal arrest

The Independent UK

Ex-officer Thomas Lane sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for violating George Floyd's civil rights

ST. PAUL, Minn. — A federal judge sentenced former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane to 2 1⁄2 years in prison in the federal civil rights case linked to the 2020 killing of George Floyd.

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Review: Dave Chappelle's superstar status doesn't justify superhigh prices

MINNEAPOLIS — Reasonable minds can differ on whether or not Dave Chappelle's act is unnecessarily cruel. But here's something we should all agree on: It's getting way too expensive to experience him in person.

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The Independent UK

Sold-out Dave Chappelle show cancelled by Minneapolis’ First Avenue after backlash: ‘We hear you’

Chappelle’s 2021 special ‘The Closer’ was criticised over alleged ‘transphobic’ jokes

Daily Mirror

Dave Chappelle show cancelled last minute after backlash over transphobia controversy

Dave Chappelle was due to take to the stage at a venue in Minneapolis, but the event organisers have since announced the performance will not go ahead after intense furore over the decision

The Independent UK

Ex-cop Thomas Lane faces sentencing in George Floyd killing

Former Minneapolis police Officer Thomas Lane is hoping for a sentence Thursday that could let him go free after as little as two years for his role in the killing of George Floyd

The Denver Post

Broncos could officially be bought by Walton-Penner Ownership Group on Aug. 9

Pending approval by the NFL’s Finance Committee, the Walton-Penner Ownership Group’s will have their purchase of the Broncos finalized Aug. 9 in Minneapolis, according to a league source.

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Minneapolis police release body camera footage from shooting during standoff

MINNEAPOLIS — Police body camera footage released Wednesday shows a chaotic scene in which Minneapolis officers rescue a mother and her two young children as Andrew Tekle Sundberg fires a gun repeatedly from inside his apartment last week, but the video fails to show clearly the final moment, about six…

The Independent UK

Police video doesn't show if man held gun before he was shot

Police have released body-camera video from a six-hour standoff that ended with officers fatally shooting a Black Minneapolis man, but the images did not show whether he was holding a gun or threatening officers

Liverpool Echo

New Minnesota stadium with vocal home end can give Everton a glimpse into Bramley-Moore Dock future

Chris Beesley finds out what the second leg of the pre-season trip to the USA offers Everton fans ahead of their game in Minnesota

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Supreme Court abortion ruling brings attention to Minneapolis women's health startup

For years, Joe Connolly watched his mother, aunt and grandmother struggle with a series of health problems.

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Minneapolis-published Ada Limón is named US Poet Laureate

The Guggenheim fellow has published four books of poetry with Minneapolis' Milkweed Editions.

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Can highway engineer detain trucks on road? US Supreme Court asked to review Minnesota case

MINNEAPOLIS — The U.S. Supreme Court is being asked to consider a case out of rural Minnesota that has the potential to shield all government officials — not just police — from being sued for acts such as detaining citizens.

Liverpool Echo

Everton could be set for new takeover clue as game of intrigue unfolds in USA

A few weeks ago there appeared a possibility Minneapolis, where Everton's players are currently based, could have been the city of the club's new owners. Everton's match tonight in neighbouring St Paul could be a test over whether any interest remains

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