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Minneapolis native Jamal James takes interim WBA welterweight title in PBC win
A Minneapolis native boxer is coming home a champion after a Saturday win in Los Angeles. → Read More
And they're off! Canterbury Park returns to racing with limited crowd, walk-up wagering
Canterbury Park returned to racing Wednesday to begin its shortened, 52-day race season. → Read More
Vikings draft pick James Lynch knew Minnesota defense would be a good fit
The Vikings defense underwent an overhaul this offseason, but one rookie is determined to see Minnesota keep its tough-nosed reputation. → Read More
T-Wolves Gaming looks to defend 2K League title with pro sports on hold
The NBA remains on hold, but those looking for a basketball fix can look no further than the NBA 2K League where Minnesota’s team is the reigning champion. → Read More
WWE wrestlers keep entertainment going amid pandemic
With most of the sports world shut down, the WWE's in-ring performers are continuing to provide entertainment for the people across the country stuck at home. → Read More
Return to racing at Canterbury Park may not happen until June
SHAKOPEE, Minn. (FOX 9) - Normally at this time of year, Canterbury Park would be making its final preparations for racing season to begin, but just like almost everywhere else, it's not business as usual in Shakopee. “I don’t see that racing would take place in May at all,” said Jeff Maday, Canterbury Park media relations manager. Canterbury Park suspended operations on March 16. To longtime… → Read More
Minnesota Timberwolves continue to grow, develop despite COVID-19 setbacks
It's been nearly a month since the NBA put its season on hold, and Timberwolves Coach Ryan Saunders perhaps speaks for us all. → Read More
Minnesota ROKKR to hold Call of Duty charity tournament for COVID-19
Minnesota’s Call of Duty e-sports team, Minnesota ROKKR, return to action on Saturday, but for different bragging rights. → Read More
Lindsay Whalen reflects on difficult Gophers basketball season that got even tougher
College coaches have had to jump through some hoops trying to manage their teams and Gophers basketball coach Lindsay Whalen is no different. → Read More
With season at standstill, MNUFC player hopes for strong return
Normally at this time of year, the Minnesota United FC would be on the training field, but players like defender Michael Boxall are forced to train on their own. → Read More
Minneapolis boxer's title dreams on hold after fight postponed
One month ago, Minneapolis fighter Jamal “Shango” James received news he had been waiting to get his entire career: he was going to be fighting for a title belt. One month later, his title shot is currently on hold. → Read More
Timberwolves G Jarrett Culver, 9-year-old battling cystic fibrosis form friendship
The 9-year-old basketball fan received a special birthday surprise from Culver Sunday night while she was in town receiving treatment for cystic fibrosis. → Read More
'Miracle on Ice' players head to Las Vegas for 40th anniversary celebration of famed game
Forty years ago, a group of young men pulled off the improbable. Memories of a miracle never get old. → Read More
Minnesota Rokkr set to make professional e-sports debut this weekend
Minnesota Rokkr headquarters is officially up and running just in time for this weekend's Call of Duty league launch weekend, which kicks off Friday. → Read More
Vikings players team up with Special Olympics for flag football
EAGAN, Minn. (FOX 9) - During the NFL season, Tuesdays are normally a day off for the players, but some members of the Minnesota Vikings were back on the practice field for a very special reason. Some Vikings players helped give back to a group of Special Olympics athletes who were excited to get on the field and learn from the pros. Vikings players team up with Special Olympics for flag… → Read More
Minnesota Wild take to the ice for kickoff of training camp
The regular season doesn't kick off until October 3 but the Minnesota Wild are already back to work on the ice. → Read More
Gophers basketball heading to Italy for exhibition games
This weekend Gophers will embark on a unique type of road trip as Richard Pitino's crew heads to Italy for a trio of exhibition games. → Read More
'We all have something to prove': Timberwolves introduce 5 new 'hungry' players
Throughout the offseason, the Timberwolves have overhauled their roster in a variety of ways, including adding five new pieces that were introduced today. → Read More
Weekend fight might be stepping stone towards championship for Minnesota boxer
All was quiet at the Armory on Thursday but come Saturday night the fans are expected to pack the house to see local product Jamal James take on Antonio DeMarco in what James hopes will be just another stepping stone en route to a world title shot. → Read More
Junior Dos Santos reveals Prince fandom ahead of UFC Fight Night in Minneapolis
UFC fight night kicks off in less than two days at Target Center and a heavyweight matchup will headline the action mixed martial arts fans in Minnesota have been waiting for. → Read More