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Vikings unlikely to get new stadium in '08, NFL officials told
NFL officials got a pretty clear answer Monday to their questions about support for public financing of a new Minnesota Vikings football stadium: Not in 2008.
Torii Hunter signs with Angels
With Hunter gone, the low-budget Twins' attention turns to two-time Cy Young Award winner Johan Santana.
Shipwreck divers from Minnesota dove deep into Lake Michigan to replace a ship's bell with one commemorating those who died in the wreck. MPR's Cathy Wurzer talks with one of the divers.
U football stadium to honor veterans
The stadium memorial consists of a 72-foot-long wall at the entrance and a stage where veterans groups can hold ceremonies and other events.
Vikings Peterson out at least one game with injured knee
Minnesota Vikings running sensation Adrian Peterson is out for at least one game with a torn ligament in his right knee.
After a record-breaking game by Adrian Peterson, Sean Jensen, a reporter for the St. Paul Pioneer Press, talks with Morning Edition's Cathy Wurzer about the team.
Timberwolves open their first post-Garnett season
For the first time in 13 years, the Minnesota Timberwolves will be without Kevin Garnett, who was traded during the off season. Team officials hope local sports fans will take a liking to the young bunch of Wolves who will carry on without K.G.
Shakopee tribe's gift moves U closer to stadium fundraising goal
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community boosts University of Minnesota stadium fundraising and starts a scholarship fund.
RB Adrian Peterson leads the way for Vikings
Minnesota Vikings rookie running back Adrian Peterson now holds the team record for rushing yards in a single game -- 224, as he lead the team to a 34-31 win over the Chicago Bears Sunday.