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Here are the highest-paid professional athletes in Minnesota

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4 weeks ago

June 4, 2024

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Here are the highest-paid professional athletes in Minnesota

Who are the top-paid athletes in Minnesota sports?

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MINNEAPOLIS — Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was all smiles Tuesday. With his parents in attendance, he faced the media for the first time after signing a four-year extension with the team worth a reported $140 million ($110 guaranteed).

His big payday had WCCO wondering how his new contract compares to other notable Minnesota athletes. It’s definitely in the top five but far from the top overall.

Using data from Sportrac, here are the biggest active contracts that a player signed with a Minnesota team:

Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves: $245 million over five years
Signed in the summer of 2023, Edwards solidified his superstar status and importance with the team. His contract is tied for the fourth-highest overall across the NBA.
Karl-Anthony Towns, Timberwolves: $221 million over four years
His contract is tied for seventh overall in the NBA. It should be noted that this is his second major extension with the team. He has already completed a five-year, $158 million extension from 2019-2023.
Carlos Correa, Twins: $200 million across six years
While big in its own right, the contract is only the 22nd highest right now in Major League Baseball.
Justin Jefferson, Vikings: $140 million ($110 million guaranteed)
Jefferson is the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL.

All four athletes are still in their twenties, meaning another eight-to-nine-figure contract could be ahead for them.

Towns and Edwards are well on their way to being the highest-paid Minnesota athletes of all time.

The current leader is Twins legend Joe Mauer at $218 million. Second place is Kevin Garnett. He earned more than $200 million in his years with the Timberwolves and nearly $344 million across his entire NBA career.

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Jeff Wagner joined the WCCO-TV team in November 2016 as a general assignment reporter, and now anchors WCCO’s Saturday evening newscasts. Although he’s new to Minnesota, he’s called the Midwest home his entire life.

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What’s open and what’s closed on Fourth of July in Minnesota?

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July 3, 2024

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What’s open and what’s closed on Fourth of July in Minnesota?

MINNEAPOLIS — Thursday marks the Fourth of July holiday, and if you need to run out for some last-minute supplies or stock up for travel, WCCO has you covered.

With the forecast for much of Minnesota looking rainy, those cookout plans may be, well, cooked, so many are wondering what restaurants are open as well.

Here’s a breakdown of what’s open and what’s closed on July Fourth.

What’s open on July 4?

Most big box retailers, including Minnesota-based Target, will be open.

Many chain restaurants will also remain open, though hours may vary by location.

Most grocery stores, including Cub and Lunds & Byerlys, will be open.

For those seeking a caffeine fix, many Caribou Coffee locations are open, though it’s always best to double-check before heading to your store.

Most movie theaters will be open for those seeking a respite from the rain at the cinema.

Metro Transit buses and light rail trains will follow limited schedules on both Thursday and Friday. The Northstar train will only provide service to the Minnesota Twins game on Thursday.

What’s closed on July 4?

City, state and federal offices and other government buildings will be closed due to the holiday.

In some cities, if your garbage or recycling pickup is schedule for the holiday or the day after, it will be delayed by a day.

Most bank branches will be closed.

Costco will be closed.

While parks may remain open, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board workers announced a weeklong strike that will begin on Thursday.

Some fireworks shows have already been rescheduled or canceled due to the forecast.

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Minnesota Wild regular season schedule released

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8 hours ago

July 3, 2024

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Minnesota Wild regular season schedule released

On Tuesday, the National Hockey League released its schedules for the upcoming season.

The Minnesota Wild will start the season at home on Oct. 10, taking on the Columbus Blue Jackets. They will then play another home game against Seattle on Oct. 12. After two back-to-back games at home, the Wild will be all over the place for the next three weeks, playing seven away matches before returning to the land of 10,000 lakes.

That will be the Wild’s longest stretch away from home for the entire regular season. The rest of the Wild’s 2024-25 season can be found below:

The 82-game season will conclude for the Wild on Tuesday, April 15, before postseason play begins.

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Minnesota passes new law allowing motorcyclists to split lanes

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15 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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Minnesota passes new law allowing motorcyclists to split lanes

The day’s local, regional and national news, detailed events and late-breaking stories are presented by the ABC 6 News Team, along with the latest sports, weather updates including the extended forecast.

(ABC 6 News) — A new law has passed in Minnesota allowing motorcyclists to split lanes, but it won’t go into effect until next July.

The law is similar to those in other states that allow motorcyclists to ride slowly between lanes in stopped or bumper-to-bumper traffic.

When the law does go into effect, Minnesota will be among at least half a dozen states allowing lane splitting.

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