Sports

In game honoring late pitcher, Angels throw a no-hitter
With Tyler Skaggs' name and No. 45 on all of their jerseys Friday night, the Los Angeles Angels played practically perfect baseball throughout their first home game since their 27-year-old teammate's death.
The Twins begin a three-game series Friday night in Cleveland, against the team that's trailing them in the American League Central standings by 5.5 games.
United CEO apologizes for Allianz Field growing pains
The CEO of Minnesota United apologized to soccer fans Thursday for some recent growing pains at the new Allianz Field stadium in St. Paul.
Apple Valley native sets record on Superior Hiking Trail
Cam Schaefer finished the 310-plus mile trek in less than a week, breaking the old record for a supported through-hike.
Serena Williams to face Simona Halep in Wimbledon final
Serena Williams is once again on the verge of an eighth Wimbledon championship and 24th Grand Slam title, moving into the final at the All England Club with a 6-1, 6-2 victory over an overmatched Barbora Strycova of the Czech Republic on Thursday.
‘Tonight Show’ rebate puts focus on Snowbate rules
A state agency said it was working with Minnesota’s Film and TV Board to craft new guidelines for an incentive program. Meanwhile, a GOP lawmaker said more scrutiny of a $266,000 rebate to the ‘Tonight Show’ is needed.
Taxpayers helped fund 'Tonight Show' Super Bowl broadcast from Minnesota
Jimmy Fallon sprinkled Minnesota references throughout his "Tonight Show" remote broadcast after the 2018 Super Bowl. Minnesota gave the show almost $267,000 despite some misgivings about the subsidy.
So you think rock climbing looks cool. Here's how to start
While seeing climbers hanging from a rope 50 feet in the air may appear daunting, there are many ways to learn the sport. Here's a primer for those interested in climbing to get up on the wall.