Sports

Police back on Lynx duty following T-shirt flap
Last week, four off-duty officers walked away from security jobs because of the T-shirts, which memorialized two black men killed by police, along with Dallas officers hurt and killed in an attack.
The Minnesota Twins return from the All-Star break firmly entrenched in last place in the American League's Central Division.
Singer alters Canadian anthem to say 'all lives matter' at All-Star Game
Remigio Pereira altered two lines to feature the phrase, often used by critics of the Black Lives Matter movement. The other three members of The Tenors called the move "disrespectful" and "shameful."
Oscar Pistorius sentenced to 6 years in prison for murder
Observers immediately criticized the sentence as lenient. South Africa has a minimum sentence of 15 years in prison for murder unless an offender can show reasons why it should be reduced.
When a bird hits the glass, what to measure?
The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority is expected to announce later this month a study on whether the glass on the new Vikings stadium is harmful to birds.
Irked by broadcast coverage, gymnastics sites aim to raise the bar
As the Olympic trials loom in women's gymnastics, an informal group of blogs and podcasts called the "gymternet" has been shaking up how the sport is covered -- focusing on athleticism, not sparkles.
Two women play for Sonoma Stompers baseball team
Stacy Piagno and Kelsie Whitmore swing their bats against the barriers to women in professional baseball. They won't be the first such players but do join a very exclusive group.
With 5 weeks to go until the Olympics, how prepared is Rio?
Every week seems to bring unwelcome news in the run-up to the Olympics. This week, dismembered body parts washed up on a Rio beach. But how bad are things, really?
One month in, new Gophers AD looks to move beyond scandals
The future of the wrestling program is one of the challenges facing new Athletic Director Mark Coyle. He joined MPR's Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition.