TODAY'S COLUMN
Wild face Utah for Central Division lead as Kaprizov, Hughes fuel two-game winning streak
SALT LAKE CITY — The Minnesota Wild have recovered from consecutive road losses, moved into first place in the Central Division and received exceptional production from Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes. Their next challenge comes tonight
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Prep Boys Hockey: Hermantown’s depth, Hibbing’s top talent lead the preseason hockey watch
Hermantown has the deepest projected lineup in northeastern Minnesota boys hockey, while Hibbing-Chisholm has the strongest argument for possessing the region’s best
Paul Allen gives Vikings football its Minnesota voice
Allen’s call of the Minneapolis Miracle demonstrated how the two can work together. When Stefon Diggs turned Case Keenum’s pass into a 61-yard, game-ending touchdown against New Orleans in January 2018, Allen supplied the astonishment and the name that would endure: “It’s a Minneapolis Miracle!”
Vikings clear roster spot for Mason's return as Colts lose two key starters ahead of Sunday matchup
EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings have spent five games demonstrating how far an exceptional defense can carry an NFL team. They are now approaching
Bulldogs erupt for three third-period goals, defeat Bemidji State 4-1
DULUTH — Minnesota Duluth needed 40 minutes to find its offensive rhythm Friday night, and once the Bulldogs found it, Bemidji State had little chance
Driver injured after medical incident sends vehicle into Cloquet River
INDUSTRIAL TOWNSHIP — A man suffered apparently minor injuries Thursday afternoon after experiencing a medical incident while driving and crashing his vehicle into the Cloquet
Howie: Ty Hanson has an NHL decision coming
DULUTH — Ty Hanson is playing what I suspect will be his final season of college hockey, and the Minnesota Duluth junior defenseman could have
Howie: Minnesota Star Tribune hires award-winning reporter Sarah Todd to cover Timberwolves
The Minnesota Star Tribune has made one of its most impressive sports journalism hires in recent memory, bringing award-winning NBA reporter Sarah Todd
Holiday market brings local businesses, artists and makers together in Downtown Duluth
DULUTH — A new Holiday Market featuring regional artists, craftspeople, food producers and small businesses will open Nov. 19 at the Holiday Center in downtown
City of Duluth issues boil water advisory for some residents in the upper Woodland neighborhood
Howie: Minnesota schools must earn the next check
Homeowners are absorbing insurance increases, utility bills, groceries and taxes from multiple jurisdictions. Retirees must consider whether their income can support the accumulating cost of remaining in their homes. Parents supporting schools are also paying for the children attending them.
Howie: Minnesota voters deserve a job interview
A family worried about rent, groceries, child care or the next utility bill deserves a realistic account of what a governor can accomplish. State government has meaningful authority over some costs and limited influence over others. Candidates should be precise about the difference.
Friday night football should belong to the kids
A high school football game should be one of the easiest promises a community keeps to its children: Show up, cheer for your classmates
Jensina Rosen hired to lead Home and Community Based Services for St. Louis County
By Dana Kazel St. Louis County has hired Jensina Rosen to lead the Home and Community Based Services Division of its Public Health and