Excitement Builds As Minneapolis Prepares For Final Four
Now that we know who is coming to town, the team logos are being put into place on the side of the stadium – signs that the time has finally come.
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Now that we know who is coming to town, the team logos are being put into place on the side of the stadium – signs that the time has finally come.
Texas Tech and Auburn are in the Final Four for the first time ever after a wild weekend of games.
Michigan State will face West Region champ Texas Tech for a berth in the national title game. Virginia will face Auburn.
Two of the spots in next weekend's Final Four in Minneapolis have now been claimed!
The Minneapolis Final Four Local Organizing Committee says the games will bring 94,000 people to downtown Minneapolis and pump $148 million into the local economy.
Reid Travis played his high school basketball at DeLaSalle.. three years at Stanford. And then opted to exercise a grad transfer to Kentucky -- where he's again flourished.
Things are getting real at U.S. Bank Stadium – the Final Four floor is now in place for the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis is going to be buzzin' with activity during the Final Four weekend, and we now know the music lineup of the NCAA Tip-Off Tailgate.
With thousands of Final Four fans heading to downtown Minneapolis in the coming days, you better believe the Instagram filters will be flying.
Thirty different law enforcement agencies are working together to make sure the people who attended the Final Four and all the events surrounding it are safe.
While some streets near U.S. Bank Stadium will be closed or restricted in preparation for the NCAA Final Four, there are numerous parking and transportation options available.
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The NCAA Final Four tournament is upon us, and what better way to prove you made the trip north to Minneapolis than to snap a shot of the city's one-of-a-kind skyline? Take a look at the list below for the best places to get a view of the city.
Welcome, NCAA fans! Here are some great activities, scenic spots and just awesome places to check out in the Twin Cities. Of course, there are a ton more things to see and do, but this is a diverse sampling and great start to checking out what the cities have to offer.
As thousands of people from all over the country flock to Minneapolis for the NCAA Final Four tournament, an opportunity to pay respects to the late superstar Prince Rogers Nelson also presents itself.
In Minneapolis for the Final Four and want to try the restaurants where Minneapolitans love to eat? Look no further. Below are some of the most beloved spots in the City of Lakes within walking distance, or a short Lyft ride, from U.S. Bank Stadium.
Beer-lovers visiting Minneapolis for the Final Four won't have to go far to find Minnesota's most beloved beers. Walk in any direction out of U.S. Bank Stadium and you'll probably find a bar or restaurant serving craft beers from the Twin Cities, the North Shore and other parts of "The Land of 10,000 Beers." But for hop heads seeking a more direct experience of the state's brewing culture, there are a few places that need to be on your radar, because they're well worth the Lyft ride.
To the untrained ear, the Twin Cities' music scene is often overlooked on the national level. But it is a surprisingly vibrant and unique community – and one deserving of recognition. I mean, if Prince loved it here, that speaks volumes. So, from large arenas, to intimate open mics, here's a list of great venues to check out both local and national acts while you're visiting the Twin Cities.
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Democrats are rethinking their midterm election strategy due to the controversial immigration crackdown in Minnesota.
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Many people who serve in the U.S. military find it hard to ask for assistance when they've been trained to help and serve others.
Food Bank Eatery in North Minneapolis provides free meals for children, who may have little to eat after the pause of SNAP benefits for many in the community.
Firefighters are continuing a 44-year tradition that happens every year north of the Twin Cities.
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Vice President JD Vance is expected to travel to Minneapolis on Thursday for a roundtable with local leaders and community members, according to sources familiar with his plans who spoke on condition on anonymity because the trip had not yet been officially announced.
Democrats are rethinking their midterm election strategy due to the controversial immigration crackdown in Minnesota.
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President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
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You have seen the protests against ICE on the street, but Minnesota's battle against the federal surge is also in federal court.
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The shooting death of Renee Good by an ICE agent has raised several legal questions.
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