New Chicago White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez is enjoying the most unforgettable offseason of his life. That was true even before receiving an honor Friday that he said ranks among the best of his accomplishments. “It’s been an eventful offseason, … Continued
Minnesota schools, colleges and local governments would be barred from removing rainbow pride flags, banners or posters under a bill moving through the state Legislature. The proposal advanced through the House Local Government Finance and Policy Committee on Tuesday and … Continued
Thursday is again jam-packed with state boys hockey quarterfinals in St. Paul, as the Class 2A teams take the ice to kick off their tournament. The winner’s bracket will be played at Xcel Energy Center and will be aired locally … Continued
Chicago Bears guard Nate Davis paid $2.3 million in May for a five-bedroom, 5,537-square-foot house in Highland Park. A Virginia native who previously had played for the Tennessee Titans, Davis signed a three-year, $30 million deal with the Bears in … Continued
The Chicago Cubs needed to find reinforcements for the bullpen. Acquiring a reliever with a consistent track record was particularly important — and something they finally addressed Saturday. The Cubs and veteran reliever Héctor Neris have agreed to a one-year, … Continued
Eager to see contract negotiations with a single citywide trash hauler move forward, the St. Paul City Council approved the purchase of five municipal garbage trucks on Wednesday, a $2.1 million investment in a retooled approach toward garbage collection. The … Continued