High Schools
Reusse: A journey to southeast Minnesota with the great John Millea
After 15 years at the Minnesota State High School League — and nearly 20 at the Star Tribune before that — John Millea is preparing to call it a career.
AuthoredPatrick Reusse
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September 1, 2024
Vikings
Souhan: Despite hope for the future, Vikings fans might miss Kirk Cousins and Danielle Hunter
Already a fanbase that hates to see former players succeed elsewhere, Vikings fans might need to prepare for the worst as Kirk Cousins and Danielle Hunter could thrive this year.
AuthoredJim Souhan
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September 1, 2024
Sports
Reusse: Roger Erickson, ‘flexibility genius,’ draws famous, once-limber crowd in his death
Matt Birk and Joe Mauer were among the Minnesota athletes who honored Roger Erickson with their presence at Mancini’s, telling tales of his skills and his persona.
AuthoredPatrick Reusse
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August 28, 2024
Columnists
Introducing Strib Voices: Minnesota’s most dynamic conversation
We’re leaning into opinion journalism but updating it for our era.
AuthoredPhil Morris
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August 18, 2024
Columnists
Meet the 11 new contributing columnists of Strib Voices
The eclectic group of writers includes a conservative, a cannabis expert, a sportswriter-turned-pastor and a well-known chef.
AuthoredKavita Kumar
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August 16, 2024
Columnists
Democrats, Chicago, 1968 and today — alike but different
Two Minnesotans who remember have hopes for a constructive convention this year.
AuthoredLori Sturdevant
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August 16, 2024
Columnists
Walz seeks an office that humbled Humphrey and was modernized by Mondale
Minnesota’s second vice president set a precedent that’s endured since.
AuthoredJohn Rash
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August 8, 2024
Columnists
Here’s what some Minnesotans have said about Walz for VP, so far
Now we want to hear what you think. Send us a letter to the editor or a commentary to add your voice to the mix.
AuthoredKavita Kumar
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August 6, 2024
Columnists
Prisoner swap a ‘joyous day’ amid a dark era in U.S.-Russia relations
The asymmetric list of prisoners exchanged, including journalist Evan Gershkovich, reflects the deep divides between the Kremlin and the West.
AuthoredJohn Rash
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August 2, 2024
Columnists
I can see already that there’s depth to this state
An introduction from the Star Tribune’s new opinion editor.
AuthoredPhil Morris
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August 2, 2024
Columnists
Amid ascendant nationalism, Olympics’ internationalism endures
Twelve athletes with Minnesota ties will compete for Team USA while 16 will join their home countries’ squads as Paris welcomes the world.
AuthoredJohn Rash
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July 26, 2024