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September 14, 2014 8:29 PM

Patriots clobber Vikings, with Adrian Peterson nowhere in sight

The Vikings sure started strong, with a Matt Cassel touchdown pass to a wide-open Matt Asiata. But after that, it was all downhill.

by The Associated Press

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September 14, 2014 8:42 AM

Corporal punishment: Widespread but declining

Allegations that Vikings running back Adrian Peterson injured one of his sons by spanking him with a tree branch are reviving a debate about corporal punishment.

by The Associated Press

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September 13, 2014 5:39 AM

Adrian Peterson booked and released from Texas jail

Peterson was processed at the Montgomery County jail, near Houston, and released on $15,000 bond, according to a sheriff's office spokesman, Lt. Brady Fitzgerald. It wasn't immediately clear where he went afterward.

by Dave Campbell, Associated Press

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September 12, 2014 5:18 PM

Vikings' Peterson charged in Texas with injuring his son; won't play Sunday

Peterson's lawyer confirmed the football star was indicted in Texas for reckless or negligent injury to a child in an incident involving Peterson's son.

by MPR News Staff

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September 12, 2014 9:58 AM

For opening day, make your parking or light-rail plans early

The Minnesota Vikings kick off their regular season home opener Sunday against the New England Patriots. Team officials say fans can park at the Minnesota State Fair. Light-rail riders should plan ahead.

by Tim Nelson

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September 12, 2014 8:53 AM

Gopher football team face tougher team with injured QB

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Howard Sinker, digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about the upcoming University of Minnesota's football game.

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September 12, 2014 7:13 AM

Babes in Bikeland race expects hundreds of riders

The 8th annual Babes in Bikeland race for mostly 'WTF' -- women, transgender and femme -- riders happens in Minneapolis on Saturday.

by Jon Collins

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September 12, 2014 7:08 AM

Pistorius found guilty of culpable homicide

The ruling is roughly equivalent to manslaughter in the U.S. justice system. Olympic and Paralympic track star Oscar Pistorius faces a maximum of 15 years in prison.

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September 12, 2014 2:16 AM

A challenge to men on the culture of domestic violence

Big credit is going this morning to James Brown, the CBS Sports anchor for its NFL broadcasts, for his essay before last night's Thursday Night Football game.

by Bob Collins