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Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming.

High school sports scores and results for Saturday, Dec. 21

Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming
Exclusive video highlights from NSPN.tv's coverage of hockey and basketball games across Minnesota

Watch: Exclusive high school basketball and hockey highlights

Here are some of the best moments from NSPN.tv's coverage of boys and girls teams from across the state for the week of Dec. 16, 2024.
The accident scene late Friday on Interstate 494 in Inver Grove Heights.

Trucker dies after being pinned by his vehicle off I-494 in Inver Grove Heights

The Renville, Minn., man was doing maintenance on the semi-trailer truck, authorities said.
FamilyWise is seeking volunteers to donate and wrap gifts.  ]

ALEX KORMANN • alex.kormann@startribune.com

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The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming.

High school sports scores and results for Friday, Dec. 20

Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming

Man sentenced to more than 30 years in murder of fellow resident at West St. Paul group home

A Dakota County jury found John C. Adams II guilty of intentional second-degree murder in the stabbing death of David Rahn.
Cincinnati Reds left fielder Jesse Winker (33) lined out to Minnesota Twins center fielder Max Kepler (26) in the top of the sixth inning.

Longtime Twins right fielder Kepler joining Phillies as free agent

Kepler was the longest-tenured Twins player after signing at 16 in 2009.
Watch DeLaSalle boys basketball vs. Benilde-St. Margaret's in the Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch DeLaSalle boys basketball vs. Benilde-St. Margaret's in the Star Tribune Game of the Week

NSPN.tv's free livestream of the Islanders and the Red Knights in a matchup of undefeated teams starts at 7:15 p.m.
Watch DeLaSalle girls basketball take on Benilde-St. Margaret's in the Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch DeLaSalle girls basketball take on Benilde-St. Margaret's in the Star Tribune Game of the Week

NSPN.tv's free livestream of this Class 3A top-10 tilt featuring the No. 7-ranked Islanders and the No. 1 Red Knights begins Friday at 5:30 p.m.
Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming.

High school sports scores and results for Thursday, Dec. 19

Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming
Gophers forward Brodie Ziemer celebrated a goal Friday against Michigan State.

Nine Minnesotans survive U.S. junior national hockey team cut

Oliver Moore and Danny Nelson headline the state's contingent for the world junior tournament in Ottawa.
Watch Cloquet-Esko-Carlton clash with St. Cloud Cathedral in Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch Cloquet-Esko-Carlton clash with St. Cloud Cathedral in Star Tribune Game of the Week

NSPN.tv's livestream of the No. 2-ranked Lumberjacks hosting the No. 7 Crusaders in this postseason primer begins Thursday at 7 p.m. on startribune.com.
Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming.

High school sports scores and results for Wednesday, Dec. 18

Minnesota high school sports final scores for basketball, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing and swimming
Celebrate like linebacker Dallas Turner: The Vikings are in the NFL playoffs. Now what?

Where do the Vikings stand in the NFL playoff picture?

The Vikings are in the playoffs. But a lot can happen in the next three weeks that will determine their seeding, their opponent and their schedule in the postseason. Here's what you need to know.
Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Tuesday, Dec. 17.

High school scores and results for Tuesday, Dec. 17

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Singer/actress Alicia Witt performs at the Dakota in Minneapolis on Monday.

Critics' picks: The 13 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Chanhassen-Chaska led the pack in their winning 400 yard freestyle relay preliminary at the boys 2A swim and dive championships at the University of M

High school sports scores and results for Monday, Dec. 16

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman (51) scoops up the ball after Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was strip sacked in the first quarter of Minnesota's 3

Read the replay: Vikings beat Bears on 'Monday Night Football'

With a 30-12 win over Chicago, the Vikings are 12-2 and join the Lions and the Eagles atop the NFC standings. Here's how it happened.
Boys Basketball Tournament-Class 3A, Target Center. Washburn vs. St. Paul Johnson. (left to right) Washburn High School students cheered on the Miller

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Saturday, Dec. 14

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

One man dead in crash Saturday on icy highway in Inver Grove Heights

The State Patrol reported 183 property damage and 18 injury crashes statewide as of Saturday evening.

Maplewood man arrested after fleeing police and crashing into another car, killing the driver

Police were investigating the 37-year-old suspect for allegedly assaulting and threatening his ex-girlfriend,
Oh, You Turkey! winners: Turkeys, er, ducks for the win

Oh, You Turkey! winners: Turkeys, er, ducks for the win

Hundreds of artists submitted entries to the Star Tribune's annual contest.
Bridge to Basics is holding a hygiene products drive and this includes collecting items like toilet paper.

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Minnesota high school sports final scores for boys basketball, girls basketball and high school hockey.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Friday, Dec. 13

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Sports on TV and radio

FC Cincinnati defender Kipp Keller looks to pass during an MLS soccer match against Toronto FC Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff De

Minnesota United selects Kipp Keller in MLS Re-Entry Draft

The center back was the No. 5 overall pick in the 2022 MLS SuperDraft.
Beauty, joy and adversity: A year in Minnesota Star Tribune photos

Beauty, joy and adversity: A year in Minnesota Star Tribune photos

Walk through the year in photos and pause to take stock of the highs and lows we've lived through here in the North Star State.

Woman struck, killed by car in shopping center parking lot in St. Louis Park

The driver of the car was cooperating with the investigation, authorities said.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Thursday, Dec. 12

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Watch Moorhead take on section rival Elk River in Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch Moorhead take on section rival Elk River in Star Tribune Game of the Week

NSPN.tv's livestream of Saturday's high school boys hockey showdown begins at 5 p.m.
Watch Benilde-St. Margaret's girls hockey take on Andover in Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch Benilde-St. Margaret's girls hockey take on Andover in Star Tribune Game of the Week

A stream of the game pitting a pair of the top 10-ranked Class 2A teams will be available at startribune.com at 7 p.m. Thursday
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Wednesday, Dec. 11

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Vikings running back Aaron Jones, left, and fullback C.J. Ham celebrate Jones' touchdown in the team's win over the Atlanta Falcons on Dec. 8 at U.S.

Vikings can clinch a playoff berth before they play Monday night

The result of the Rams game on Thursday or the Seahawks game on Sunday could punch the Vikings' ticket before they host the Bears.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Tuesday, Dec. 10

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Oliver Moore of the Gophers celebrates a goal by teammate Jimmy Snuggerud on Saturday at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

9 Minnesotans chosen for U.S. world junior team training camp

Two Gophers on 29-player list as teams prepare for World Junior Tournament in late December.
Watch Maple Grove boys basketball wrangle with Wayzata in Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch Maple Grove boys basketball wrangle with Wayzata in Star Tribune Game of the Week

A stream of the game, pitting a pair of two of Minnesota's largest schools, will be available at startribune.com at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Singer-songwriter Jeff Tweedy of Wilco has also released four solo albums in recent years.

Critics' picks: The 14 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Monday, Dec. 9

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Jordan is Minnesota's Waiting Child for December.

Minnesota's Waiting Child: Jordan loves games and music

The 17-year-old has a sense of humor, too.
Minnesota high school sports results for Saturday, Dec. 7.

Minnesota high school sports results for Saturday, Dec. 7.

Scores and results from around the state.
Erma Walker (left) leads Class 4A perennial powerhouse Hopkins into a matchup against top recruit Chloe Johnson (right) and Duluth Marshall in the Min

Live today: Watch this dynamite hoops matchup for free

Free to watch on our site: No. 1 Hopkins takes on talented, fascinating Duluth Marshall with top recruit Chloe Johnson in the Minnesota Star Tribune Game of the Week.
Minnesota high school sports results for Friday, Dec. 6

Minnesota high school sports results for Friday, Dec. 6

Scores and results from around the state.
Dancers performed Hmong Arts Festival in 2023 at Landmark Center. The cultural center is seeking volunteers to be tour guides.

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Chicken and Pastry is Southern comfort food at its finest. From "When Southern Women Cook,” from America’s Test Kitchen.

Sunday supper: Chicken and Pastry

The comforting Southern classic is based on a dish from an Alabama restaurant.
Minnesota high school sports results for Thursday, Dec. 5

Minnesota high school sports results for Thursday, Dec. 5

Scores and results from around the state.
Watch Moorhead girls hockey vs. Maple Grove in Star Tribune Game of the Week

Watch Moorhead girls hockey vs. Maple Grove in Star Tribune Game of the Week

Free livestream of Friday's game starts at 7 p.m.
This year's crop of winning cookies.

Meet the bakers behind the 2024 Star Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest winners

All have created one-of-a-kind recipes that can become part of your holiday baking traditions.
Minnesota high school sports results for Wednesday, Dec. 4

Minnesota high school sports results for Wednesday, Dec. 4

Scores and results from around Minnesota.
Clockwise from left: Dylan Vokal (1) of Maple Grove, Max Coles (54) of Shakopee and Kyle Frendt (16) of East Ridge are among the players expected to s

Minnesota's Division I football recruits: see where they're headed next

Starting Wednesday and through Friday, athletes can make their college choices official before the next chance begins in February.
Minnesota high school sports results for Tuesday, Dec. 3

Minnesota high school sports results for Tuesday, Dec. 3

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Wearing a multi-colored sequined pantsuit, Cyndi Lauper delivered a powerful and provocative set.

Critics' picks: The 9 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Basketball isolated on a white background. Clipping path included.

Minnesota high school sports results for Monday, Dec. 2

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold, left, and running back Cam Akers celebrate in the fourth quarter of the team's 23-22 win over the Arizona Cardinals o

Recap: How Vikings rallied to beat Cardinals 23-22

The Vikings are 10-2 despite trailing nearly the entire game against Arizona, going ahead on an Aaron Jones touchdown with 1:13 left.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Saturday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
A Green Line train, shown in St. Paul in 2022.

One dead after shooting on Green Line train in St. Paul

No suspects had been arrested as of Saturday, authorities said.
Project for Pride in Living is seeking donations to purchase different kinds of gift cards for the holidays.

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Hockey sticks stuck out of the snow at the Thoreson home.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Friday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
This Chicken Madeira was inspired by a dish from the Cheesecake Factory. From “Favorite Family Recipes: Most Requested Copy Cat Dishes” (Shadow Mo

Sunday supper: Chicken Madeira

This version of the popular Cheesecake Factory dish is easy to make at home, too.
Minneapolis Police Department

Minneapolis shooting leaves one dead on Thanksgiving night

Police said the suspect fled the scene, and asked anyone with information to contact them.
From left: Darn Tough socks are warm in winter and thermoregulate in warmer months. Skida balaclavas stay put around your face and neck.  United by Bl

The gear our outdoors-loving staffers swear by for Minnesota winters

When you're heading outside in the North Star state, finding just the right gear can be overwhelming. Here are some of our favorite pieces.
Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Wednesday

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Wednesday, Nov. 27

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Tuesday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Ike Reilly Assassination, credit Drew Reynolds.

Critics' picks: The 12 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Monday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
The Frigidaire FGAC5044W1 dehumidifier turns off on its own when it’s full.

Dehumidifier choice is cut and dried

Levi Harris (2) of Elk River intercepts a ball intended for Evan Kludt (7) of Alexandria in the third quarter Saturday at the Prep Bowl.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Saturday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
Watch: Replay of Chaska vs. Eastview in high school boys hockey game of the week

Watch: Replay of Chaska vs. Eastview in high school boys hockey game of the week

Max Powers-Brekke scored twice in the third period to help the Lightning pull away for a 7-2 victory over the Hawks.
Stewartville's Dylan Scanlan (21) celebrates with Justice Deno (19) after scoring a touchdown in the second half of a Class 3A state football champion

Live scores of high school football's Prep Bowl at U.S. Bank Stadium

Fans can follow live scores of all Prep Bowl games on MN Football Hub, our online source for Minnesota high school football stats, scores, schedules, stories, rankings and more.
Jackson County Central holds up the trophy and celebrates after defeating Staples-Motley 42-26 for the Class 2A championship on Friday at U.S. Bank St

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Friday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.
The American Bear Association in Orr, Minn. is seeking an assistant to help with maintenance, event management and fundraising.

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Sticky Asian Meatballs are a crowd-pleasing supper, but can also be a hit at holiday parties. From Nagi Maehashi’s new book “Delicious Tonight: Fo

Sunday supper: Sticky Asian Meatballs

Keep the recipe handy for holiday party season, too.
Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Minnesota high school sports scores and results for Thursday

Minnesota high school scores and results for all sports from around the state.

Rochester police investigating homicide Thursday evening

The victim, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Fresh herbs and butter (and a bath in brine) help keep the Thanksgiving bird flavorful and moist.

Tips for Thanksgiving turkey-roasting success

We went right to the source, a Minnesota turkey farmer, to ask about everything from brining to cooking time.
Cookie Salad is a sweet touch to a holiday spread — and can use up cookie odds and ends.

3 retro Midwestern recipes that fill our Thanksgiving tables – and hearts

It's a time when Jell-O is a salad, oatmeal is in the dressing and cookies tangle with mandarin oranges, and we wouldn't have it any other way.