What began as a fledgling club program 30 years ago is now a full-fledged member of the Western Collegiate Hockey Association. Despite rumors in recent weeks that Mankato State's bid for WCHA membership...

Van Halen has changed lead singers twice, so it's within reason they wouldn't mind changing the lyrics of one of their songs from "Jamie's Cryin'" to "Jacquie's Cryin'." The subject of the name change...

With energetic students, colorful exhibits and busy judges, Coffman Union's Great Hall looked like it played host to a science fair Saturday; in fact, it was a history contest. A participatory, hands-on...

The only thing classic at the Minnesota Classic track and field meet was the soft drink served. The Minnesota men's track team tore through the assembled competition, which included the likes of St. Thomas,...

FORT DIX, N.J. (AP) -- Early-morning lightning struck tents holding National Guardsmen participating in weekend training Sunday, killing one and injuring five others -- two critically. The lightning struck...

Home run heroics, because they're rare, are things players and fans keep stored in their memories for years. At the Bierman Softball Complex this weekend, the Gophers spoiled their fans with three separate...

The Gophers women's track and field team started off on the right foot and never looked back in Saturday's Minnesota Classic at the Bierman Track and Field Stadium. It was something of a new experience...

BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) -- The European single currency became a reality this weekend, a turning point in the arduous march toward a unified Europe. But fierce nationalisms still lurk beneath the surface. Hopes...

CUERNAVACA, Mexico As the rising ivory sun ignites the dusty sky, Neely Brumfield's lightly freckled cheeks glint with sweat. Even the locals complain. "­QuÇ calor!" How hot! Walking to school in...

EAST LANSING, Mich. -- The weekend weather report for East Lansing predicted unending rain, downpours that would last until Monday night. Despite the dismal forecast and a postponed Friday night game,...