Constitution does not prevent gambling in MinnesotaJanuary 4, 2012 5:00 AMBy Eric J. MagnusonState has legal options that don't require a constitutional amendment.
High School League warns hockey teams about checkingJanuary 3, 2012 6:20 PMBy Tom WeberThe organization that oversees high school sports in Minnesota is reminding hockey coaches about hitting from behind, after a 16-year old was paralyzed last week during a game.
Vikings promote Rick Spielman to general managerJanuary 3, 2012 3:59 PMBy Dave Campbell, Associated PressThe Minnesota Vikings have elevated Rick Spielman to general manager, the first move in what will be a critical offseason toward reviving a team that matched the worst record in franchise history.
Timberwolves beat Spurs for 2nd straight winJanuary 3, 2012 5:38 AMKevin Love had 24 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Timberwolves to their second win in a row, 106-96 Monday night over the Spurs, who lost Manu Ginobili to a broken left hand.
Gambling proposals to help finance Vikings stadium fail constitutional testJanuary 3, 2012 5:00 AMBackers hope to get around the law. They shouldn't bet on it.
Play3min 50secAs season ends, Vikings insist dome lease is overJanuary 2, 2012 6:18 AMBy Tim NelsonThe Minnesota Vikings' loss to the Chicago Bears at the Metrodome Sunday put an end to one of the franchise's worst seasons and renewed the pressure for the state to replace the Viking's home for the last 30 years.
Bears hang on to beat Vikings 17-13January 1, 2012 3:34 PMCharles Tillman's interception return in the second quarter gave Chicago the lead for good, and the Bears finished the season by stopping their five-game losing streak with a 17-13 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday despite three-and-a-half sacks by Jared Allen.
Vikings play final game of Metrodome leaseJanuary 1, 2012 11:54 AMThe team's lease expires on Feb. 1, which makes it possible that the game against Chicago on Sunday is the last the team will play under the big white top.
Play53min 53secHoward Sinker's annual 'Year in Sports' showDecember 30, 2011 9:49 AMSince 1995, Howard Sinker has joined Midday at year's end to talk about the biggest sports stories of the year. What do you think is the most important, or most interesting sports story of the year 2011?
Wis. recall organizers to stake out Rose BowlDecember 30, 2011 7:05 AMWisconsin residents won't get a respite from recall mania at the Rose Bowl.