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The latest: Minnesota holds caucuses amid ICE surge

Voters from both parties will cast a preference ballot for the governor’s race.
February 3, 2026

The 11 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics’ picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
February 3, 2026
Eric Church performed Friday, Feb. 8, 2019 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn.

One ticket to state: Strib Varsity to stream full section tourney in girls hockey

Watch every game from the Class 2A, Section 6 tournament on Strib Varsity, beginning with quarterfinals Saturday.
February 2, 2026

Watch this week: Busy schedule features some of the winter’s best matchups

High school sports livestreams: We are loaded up with excellent hockey and basketball games across Minnesota. Watch it all on Strib Varsity.
February 2, 2026

Gophers women’s basketball routs Purdue 88-55, extends win streak to four

The Gophers led wire-to-wire and shot 60.3% from the field in their third blowout victory in a row.
February 2, 2026

Watch Wayzata, Edina and more in the Class 3A, Section 2 dance tournament

Some of the state’s best dance teams showcased their skill on Jan. 31 at Chanhassen as they aimed to claim a state tournament berth. Watch the jazz and high kick competitions on demand.
February 1, 2026

Sports on TV today in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities

Sports broadcast information for Minnesota sports fans:
January 31, 2026

Strib Varsity talks all things Minnesota basketball with Vineeta Sawkar

WCCO Radio x Strib Varsity: Marcus Fuller joined WCCO Radio to discuss the Buffalo boys basketball team, girls basketball teams to watch and the Gophers men’s basketball team.
January 30, 2026

A delicious dinner doesn’t have to be complicated

This pasta recipe from “Padella” uses just a handful of ingredients but packs a flavorful punch.
January 30, 2026

Podcast: Shield your eyes, Vikings fans. It’s a Sam Darnold vs. Drake Maye Super Bowl

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker of the Minnesota Star Tribune also discuss the NFL coaching carousel and how it impacted the Vikings.
January 29, 2026

Comic Ben Bankas shows canceled at St. Paul club after jokes about Renee Good

The comedian would have been one of the strongest draws in Laugh Camp Comedy Club’s history.
January 28, 2026

Meet the Minnesotans who are headed to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Jessie Diggins, Lindsey Vonn, two curling teams and 15 hockey players with Minnesota ties have earned spots on Team USA at the Milan-Cortina Games, which begin in February.
January 27, 2026
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