Ray Rice was suspended indefinitely by the NFL after a video was released that appears to show the running back striking his then-fiancee in February.
Ravens cut RB Ray Rice after release of video
Judge won’t dismiss nuisance claim against church
The case will be the first clerical sexual abuse case nationwide to use the public nuisance theory at trial.
Minneapolis Council approves $1.6B light rail
The council voted 10-3 Friday in the last local approval needed for a $1.6 billion light rail project that would connect the city to the southwest suburbs.
Former Minnesota top cop to head St. Paul archdiocese response to clergy sex abuse
Timothy O’Malley, 58, will become director of ministerial standards and safe environment for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, the archdiocese said Monday.
Businesses: Quake cleanup shouldn’t deter tourists
The earthquake that jarred California’s wine capital caused $1 billion in damage, as business owners mopped up high-end vintages to get the tourist hotspot back in shape for the summer’s final holiday weekend.
Minnesota retains top spot in ACT college entrance exam
The state’s high school seniors scored 22.9 out of a possible 36 on the ACT, ranking Minnesota first among 27 states in which at least half of graduates took the exam.
Aduba, Janney among creative arts Emmy winners
Uzo Aduba is an Emmy winner for her breakout role as a prisoner known as “Crazy Eyes” in Netflix’s “Orange is the New Black.”
Barr set high for other Vikings rookie Barr
The converted fullback from UCLA has the combination of size and speed to be a disruptive and productive player for the Vikings.
Pope OKs protecting Iraq minorities, wants UN OK
Pope Francis on Monday said efforts to stop Islamic militants from attacking religious minorities in Iraq are legitimate but said the international community — and not just one country — should decide how to intervene.
Missouri troopers to take over Ferguson security
The Missouri State Highway Patrol will take over supervising security in the St. Louis suburb that’s been the scene of violent protests since a police officer fatally shot an unarmed black teenager.
Rory McIlroy joins exclusive club with PGA victory
Rory McIlroy came from behind on the back nine to win the fourth major of his career and his second this year at the PGA Championship.
US sending arms to Kurds in Iraq
The Obama administration has begun directly providing weapons to Kurdish forces who have started to make gains against Islamic militants in northern Iraq, senior U.S. officials said Monday.
Cavs, Wolves set for Love-Wiggins deal
Love will soon be on his way from Minnesota to Cleveland after the teams reached an agreement in principle to a trade that will send the All-Star forward to the Cavaliers for Andrew Wiggins, Anthony Bennett and a first-round draft pick.
NCAA board hands 5 biggest conferences more power
The NCAA’s board of directors voted 16-2 on Thursday to give the five power conferences the ability to establish some rules unilaterally.
Slain officer mourned, family supported
Thousands of people have gathered in and outside a West St. Paul church to say good-bye to Mendota Heights Police Officer Scott Patrick, killed in the line of duty a week ago.