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COVID in Minnesota: Five years in five graphs
The COVID-19 pandemic upended life in Minnesota and across the country in March 2020. Schools and businesses closed. Hospitals nearly reached a breaking point as deaths and hospitalizations leaped. Five charts show different ways in which the pandemic shaped us.
Vikings re-sign Aaron Jones to 2-year, $20M contract after solid debut with former rival
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a two-year, $20 million contract with running back Aaron Jones that prevents the popular veteran from reaching free agency after a solid debut with his former rival.
Ex-central banker to replace Trudeau as Canada's prime minister after winning Liberal Party vote
Former central banker Mark Carney will become Canada’s next prime minister after the governing Liberal Party elected him its leader as the country deals with U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threat, and a federal election looms. 
Red River Valley teams dominate at boys hockey tourney
It was a huge day for the Red River Valley at the Minnesota boys hockey state tournament on Saturday. East Grand Forks and Moorhead won titles.
Minnesota RHP Ramirez out for extended time with a tear in his shoulder
Minnesota right-hander Erasmo Ramirez has a significant tear in his shoulder and will be out for an extended period. Twins trainer Nick Paparesta told reporters about the injury on Saturday, adding that it will be weeks before Ramirez is re-examined to determine his progress.