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Area physicians say on-campus booze sends wrong message
A Twin Cities area physicians' group wants the University of Minnesota to delay a decision on whether to sell alcohol on campus.
A sportswriter's take on the Timberwolves' coaching change
When the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Utah Jazz tonight at the Target Center, Kevin McHale will be coaching the team. McHale begins his second stint as coach of the Wolves after yesterday's firing of Randy Whitman.
Attorneys for Kevin and Pat Williams may seek an injunction today so the players can continue competing for the Minnesota Vikings this year. The two defensive tackles were suspended by the NFL for four games because they tested positive for a banned substance.
The NFL has suspended six players for four games each for violating the league's anti-doping policy, including Minnesota Vikings defensive linemen Kevin Williams and Pat Williams.
Attempting to climb K-2
A local scientist and experienced mountain climber was attempting to scale K-2, until 11 climbers lost their lives in one of the worst recent climbing tragedies. Mike Farris explains the mountaineer's desire for altitude and the risks involved in its pursuit.
Regents discuss beer sales at new stadium
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents today discussed a plan to sell alcohol in some venues on campus, but took no action.