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Why the price of eggs is on the rise again
The price of eggs has risen by about 28 percent in the past year, largely due to outbreaks of avian flu. Those prices could continue to climb during the holidays, as demand for baked goods increases.
Orioles wrap up top AL wild-card spot, ending Twins' playoff hopes with 7-2 victory
Cade Povich pitched shutout ball into the sixth, Ryan O’Hearn and Colton Cowser homered and the Baltimore Orioles eliminated the Minnesota Twins from postseason contention with a 7-2 victory Friday night. 
Vikings put their unbeaten record on the line as they visit Lambeau Field to face the Packers
The Minnesota Vikings already have emerged as one of the NFL’s biggest surprises by winning their first three games after being a consensus pick to finish last in the NFC North.
‘SNL’ has always taken on politics. Here’s what works — and why
As a historic election looms, “Saturday Night Live” faces an ongoing challenge to make America laugh — and process an increasingly strange political world. Jean Smart hosts the show’s 50th season premiere on Saturday.
VP debates may alter a close race’s dynamic even when they don't predict the winner
Vice presidential debates have produced many memorable moments, but it’s hard to say any has made a decisive difference in the election outcome. It’s worth recalling how much media heat and drama they have generated.
Timberwolves trade Karl-Anthony Towns to Knicks, AP source says
The Minnesota Timberwolves are sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and a first-round draft pick in a franchise-altering deal for both sides, a person with knowledge of the deal said Friday night.