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Bobby Durkin leads the Minnesota Golden Gophers in their season opener against North Dakota.

Bobby Durkin leads balanced attack as Minnesota opens with 85-50 romp over North Dakota

As the crowd settled into their seats at Williams Arena, anticipation filled the air. The Minnesota Golden Gophers, clad in their signature maroon and gold, were ready to embark on a new season. Among them, Bobby Durkin, a standout player, stood poised to make an impact. His performance would not...

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LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points during Timberwolves victory over Bucks

LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points as Minnesota Timberwolves beat Milwaukee Bucks 112-100

As the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter, the Target Center erupted in cheers. LaMelo Ball, with a fierce determination in his eyes, had just drained his sixth three-pointer of the night, pushing the Minnesota Timberwolves ahead by 15 points against the Milwaukee Bucks. The excitement in the...

Her parents worried she'd be bullied. They hadn't counted on a 'guardian angel' — KARE 11 Local — Gopher

Her parents worried she'd be bullied. They hadn't counted on a 'guardian angel'

As the morning sun filtered through the trees lining the playground at Minneapolis Public Schools , the laughter of children echoed, a sound that resonated deeply with Elyse Nelson and Ellie Gwozdziewicz. Their bond, forged during their fifth-grade year, has become a source of strength and...

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Ball scores season-high 34 points as Timberwolves top Bucks 112-100

As the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter of a gripping matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Milwaukee Bucks, the Target Center erupted in cheers. LaMelo Ball, the Timberwolves' rising star, had just drained his sixth three-pointer of the night, pushing Minnesota to a comfortable...

LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points for Timberwolves against Bucks

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Ball scores season-high 34 points as Timberwolves top Bucks 112-100

As the clock wound down in the fourth quarter of a tightly contested game at the Target Center, LaMelo Ball stood at the free-throw line, the crowd buzzing with anticipation. The Timberwolves had clawed their way to a narrow lead, and Ball's shot would not only extend that margin but also mark a...

LaMelo Ball scoring during the Timberwolves game against the Bucks

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2 dogs, 1 cat dead after house fire in northern Minnesota

On a quiet afternoon in Sturgeon Township, Minnesota, a family’s tranquility was shattered by the devastating roar of flames. As the sun dipped low in the sky, the sound of sirens pierced the air, signaling a tragedy that would leave an indelible mark on the community. At approximately 2:37 p.m. on...

House fire aftermath in Sturgeon Township, Minnesota

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90-year-old Champlin man arrested for allegedly having child sexual abuse material

Court documents say Emil Willingham had child sexual abuse material on several flash drives in his apartment.

90-year-old Champlin man arrested for allegedly having child sexual abuse material — KARE 11 Local — Gopher

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Prediction markets are attracting big money for the midterms despite state laws and regulations

On a crisp autumn afternoon in Minneapolis, the scent of fallen leaves mingles with the anticipation of an election season that promises to be as contentious as it is consequential. In the heart of the city, conversations buzz about the upcoming midterms, and amidst this civic engagement lies a...

Minneapolis skyline with autumn foliage

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Driver involved in fatal crash in Eagan charged, current whereabouts unknown

On a sunny afternoon in late June, the tranquility of Eagan was shattered by a tragic event that would leave a family shattered and a community searching for answers. At approximately 3:05 p.m. on June 29, 2024, a two-car collision at the intersection of Highway 55 and Lexington Avenue resulted in...

Scene of the fatal crash on Highway 55 in Eagan

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Merkle has 22 and No. 17 Minnesota women pull away from Harvard in 4th for 82-62 win

As the final seconds ticked away at Williams Arena, the energy in the air was palpable. Gracie Merkle, a standout player for the No. 17 Minnesota Golden Gophers, had just wrapped up an impressive performance, scoring 22 points on an astonishing 10-of-11 shooting. Her teammates rallied around her,...

Gracie Merkle scores during the Gophers' season opener against Harvard.

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Merkle has 22, Grocholski 20, and No. 17 Minnesota women pull away from Harvard in fourth 82-62

On a brisk November evening in Minneapolis, the energy inside Williams Arena was palpable as fans filled the stands, eagerly anticipating the season opener for the No. 17 Minnesota women’s basketball team. The atmosphere was electric, with the scent of popcorn wafting through the air, blending...

Minnesota women's basketball team celebrates victory against Harvard

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Bobby Durkin leads the Minnesota Golden Gophers in their season opener against North Dakota.

Bobby Durkin leads balanced attack as Minnesota opens with 85-50 romp over North Dakota

LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points during Timberwolves victory over Bucks

LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points as Minnesota Timberwolves beat Milwaukee Bucks 112-100

LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points for Timberwolves against Bucks

Ball scores season-high 34 points as Timberwolves top Bucks 112-100

LaMelo Ball scoring during the Timberwolves game against the Bucks

Ball scores season-high 34 points as Timberwolves top Bucks 112-100

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