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Spain's women's soccer coach is fired as fallout grows from unwanted World Cup kiss
In its dismissal of coach Jorge Vilda, Spain’s soccer federation did not mention his connection to now-suspended president Luis Rubiales or his unpopularity among the Women’s World Cup-winning team.
Walz weighing special session on student restraint law
Police groups and Republican lawmakers have urged the governor to call a special session to repeal a law that prohibits school resource officers from restraining students in a way that restricts their breathing.
Minnesota students head back to school while much of the state sees sweltering heat
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesota students headed back to school Tuesday amid a sweltering end to summer for much of the state.
Crews battle wildfire in Carlton County
Crews continued battling a 40-acre wildfire Tuesday in Carlton County, with aircraft back on the scene to drop water on the flames that were first spotted the day before.
Royce Lewis hits a grand slam, drives in 6 as the AL Central-leading Twins crush Cleveland 20-6
Royce Lewis had a grand slam and a career-high six RBIs, and Jorge Polanco and Carlos Correa added solo homers off Lucas Giolito in his Cleveland debut as the AL Central-leading Minnesota Twins beat the Guardians 20-6.
Ex-Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph confirms retirement after 12-year NFL career
Two-time Pro Bowl tight end Kyle Rudolph has retired after a 12-year career in the NFL he spent mostly with the Minnesota Vikings. Rudolph played last season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Senate returns and faces deadline to avoid shutdown and questions about McConnell
Congress faces a tight deadline to pass a short term spending bill and avoid a shutdown. Also Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell faces questions about his health following a second public episode.