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August 9, 2015 1:39 PM

Is football worth the brain injury risk? For some, the answer is no

When he killed himself at 50, former NFL player Dave Duerson's brain showed serious damage, likely from hits during his football career. His son now questions the gamble of playing the game.

by Rachel Martin

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August 9, 2015 11:12 AM

Tingelhoff joins Bettis, Seau and others in eclectic Hall of Fame class

Minnesota Vikings center Mick Tingelhoff didn't say a word, instead letting Hall of Fame teammate Fran Tarkenton speak for him shortly after Tingelhoff's bust was unveiled.

by The Associated Press

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August 7, 2015 9:30 AM

Sexually harassing behavior, texts bring U athletic chief's resignation

"At a recent university event, I had entirely too much to drink. I behaved badly towards nice people and sent truly inappropriate texts," Norwood Teague said Friday. The university called it sexual harassment.

by Tim Nelson and Peter Cox

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August 7, 2015 8:43 AM

Sinker: Twins' flaws exposed in recent games

The team has lost five games in a row and now have won as many as they have lost this year.

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August 7, 2015 8:08 AM

Landwehr: DNR expects to stock Mille Lacs with walleye

A pilot program next summer "will put a substantial number of fish in the lake" and let conservation officials assess the impact of stocking, DNR Commissioner Tom Landwehr tells MPR News.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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August 6, 2015 6:22 PM

Vikings stadium builder wants mediation to settle $15M dispute

M. A. Mortenson Company contends it shouldn't be responsible for outstanding change orders to the construction of U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

by Peter Cox

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August 5, 2015 6:02 PM

Durable Mick Tingelhoff finally gets his Hall of Fame call

The Minnesota Vikings stalwart who refused to miss a game while playing one of the most punishing positions on the field outlasted all of the centers drafted the year he turned pro.

by The Associated Press

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August 5, 2015 2:22 PM

NHL unveils ticket prices, details for Minneapolis Winter Classic

Tickets for the outdoor game at TCF Bank Stadium between the Minnesota Wild and Chicago Blackhawks will run from $109 to $449. Officials said the game will enhance a growing rivalry.

by MPR News Staff

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August 3, 2015 8:36 AM

Bat boy, 9, dies after being struck in baseball game

During his team's game Saturday, Kaiser Carlile was hit in the head by a bat as he ran past the on-deck circle. The tragic accident has left a Kansas community in mourning.