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Minn. Supreme Court dismisses Vikings stadium suit

Minn. Supreme Court dismisses Vikings stadium suit

The decision Tuesday clears a late obstacle that threatened to hold up construction and delay a planned 2016 opening. Minnesota finance officials postponed a $468 million bond sale while the case was pending.
by Tim Nelson

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Hunting for a 'Black Widow' in Sochi

Hunting for a 'Black Widow' in Sochi

"She was reportedly spotted in downtown Sochi, which is supposed to be under heavy security in the run-up to the Winter Games. It wasn't clear how the woman was able to get through the security cordon around the city, or why police have been unable to locate her," NPR's Corey Flintoff reports.
by Mark Memmott

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Movin’ on up: workers to install tower crane at Vikings stadium site

Movin’ on up: workers to install tower crane at Vikings stadium site

Masons were finishing the footing for a crane tower along 11th Avenue this afternoon, just east of the site of the new Vikings stadium. Mortenson Construction said the crane is scheduled to go up on the site this week, the first of five expected to stripe the Minneapolis skyline as the project proceeds. Builders also Read more →
by Tim Nelson

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Timberwolves' struggles call head coach into question

The Minnesota Timberwolves have 19-21 record so far after starting the season with high expectations. MPR's Phil Picardi spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about head coach Rick Adelman's performance so far this season.
by Phil Picardi

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Former NBA star Dennis Rodman checks into alcohol rehab

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman checks into alcohol rehab

Rodman, if you remember, is just back from a controversial trip to North Korea.

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Fair or foul? Baseball expands use of instant replay

Fair or foul? Baseball expands use of instant replay

Major League Baseball is joining most other professional leagues when it comes to the use of instant replay. Some calls, such as balls, strikes, and obstruction, will still not be open to review.
by Mark Memmott

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In first public appearance as new Vikings coach, Zimmer eyes Super Bowl

In first public appearance as new Vikings coach, Zimmer eyes Super Bowl

"I feel like I was destined to do this," Zimmer said at Friday morning's press conference. He said he's confident he'll help the Vikings win a Super Bowl. "That is my goal, and that is my drive."
by Liala Helal

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Stadium oversight chair gets $25K raise

Stadium oversight chair gets $25K raise

Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority Chair Michele Kelm-Helgen got a 25 percent raise today.  Her new salary will be $127,000, up from $102,000. “[We] felt that that compensation did not fully recognize the role and responsibility of the chair,” MSFA Commissioner Bill McCarthy said. Kelm-Helgen previously served as deputy chief of staff to Gov. Mark Dayton, Read more →
by Curtis Gilbert

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