‘He knows that he needs to step up’: Why these four Vikings are breakout candidates in 2026
Two defenders, a running back and an offensive lineman are among the players positioned to either play more or play better for the Vikings this season.
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Where to watch the Twin Cities Marathon — and grab brunch along the way
The weather forecast, the app to track runners, the places to cheer: Here are essentials for taking in the metro’s signature autumn road race
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Minnesota weather: Brighter Thursday with a more fall-like feel
Thursday turns brighter, drier and cooler across Minnesota as temperatures settle into the 60s for a more fall-like feel.
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Harris County deputy shot; Blue Alert issued with manhunt underway
A manhunt is underway after a Harris County deputy was shot on Wednesday evening.
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Ken Barlow has the coolest temperatures since May in the forecast
Good Thursday morning! Today will be cooler than it was on Wednesday. Skies will be cloudy again this morning but today will not be as warm or as muggy as it was yesterday. On Wednesday, the sun finally made an appearance during the afternoon as temperatures rose into the 70s. To...
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Blue Cross and other insurers eliminate Medicare plans for 320K Minnesotans
HealthPartners, Medica and UnitedHealthcare also overhauling their plans for 2027 amid a tumultuous Medicare Advantage market.
business
Why General Mills is betting an insider can lead a turnaround
The Minnesota-headquartered company wants to lift sales amid a slump. To do so, it has elevated a woman who grew up on a grain farm.
government
What to know about Minneapolis’ proposal to require humans in driverless cars
The council is set to vote Thursday on the proposal that’s drawn crowds to comment at City Hall.
schools
Five months in, Aubergine is showing flashes of something extraordinary
The St. Paul restaurant comes out swinging with old-school French technique, Minnesota ingredients and a restless appetite for refinement.
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Chef Gavin Kaysen invests in PB&J startup
Gallant Tiger wants to shake up the snack market with an elevated spin on every kid’s favorite sandwich.
business
Recall of popular soft drink hits 77,000 cans after zero-sugar labels found on full-sugar soda
A Utah beverage company is recalling more than 77,000 cans of 7UP Tropical after some packages labeled as zero-sugar soda were found to contain the full-sugar version of the drink....