Fans enjoy tradition of Mankato Vikings training camp, future uncertain

It was purple, purple everywhere in Mankato on the biggest night of training camp yet for the Minnesota Vikings. Thousands of fans flocked to the city for the annual Night Scrimmage.  But with the groundbreaking of the Vikings' new facility in Eagan, some are wondering if the lights will soon go out on training camp in Mankato.

Vikings focus on the details, Sen. Franken stops by camp

It's the same guys, same practice times and the same types of drills, but through the repetition, there still is reason, as the Vikings maintain a certain edge after a week of camp.

Joseph Wilf, Holocaust survivor and father of Vikings owners, passes away at 91

The Minnesota Vikings have announced the passing of Joseph Wilf, a Holocaust survivor and the father of Vikings owners Zygi and Mark Wilf. Joseph Wilf was 91. 

Vikings break ground on new headquarters in Eagan, Minn.

The Minnesota Vikings are celebrating the groundbreaking of the team’s future headquarters and practice facility in Eagan, Minn. on Tuesday. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is in Minnesota for the ceremony, along with Vikings owners Zygi Wilf and Mark Wilf and Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire.

Patterson sits out, Peterson limited day 2 of camp

Walk-throughs and helmet-only practices are small steps in training camp, but the Minnesota Vikings are still trying to hit their stride right here at the start.

Phil Loadholt retires: 'My body is telling me it's time to hang up my cleats'

Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Phil Loadholt met with general manager Rick Spielman on Monday to announce his retirement, according to multiple reports.

Co-author of biography remembers Coach Green's softer side

The man who helped Dennis Green pen his biography opened up about the former Vikings coach, remembering the coaching legend in the wake of his death.

Condolences to the family of Buddy Ryan from the Minnesota Vikings

Buddy Ryan, the mastermind of the 1985 Chicago Bears defense, died Tuesday. He was 82. His death was confirmed by the Buffalo Bills, who are coached by son Rex Ryan. James Solano, Buddy Ryan's agent, said he died in Kentucky but did not give a cause.

Vikings win 'photobomb' lawsuit against Wells Fargo

The Minnesota Vikings have won a legal battle with Wells Fargo over large, illuminated rooftop signage atop the bank’s East Town towers adjacent to U.S. Bank Stadium. A court order, signed by Judge Donovan Frank, says Wells Fargo must “uninstall and remove the two roof-top signs currently installed on the Wells Fargo Towers” within 30 days.

Eagan City Council approves new Vikings HQ

The Eagan City Council has given the green light for the Minnesota Vikings to move the team headquarters and training facility to Eagan.

Vikings prank rookie Laquon Treadwell for 21st birthday

Minnesota Vikings top draft pick, wide receiver Laquon Treadwell, received a weird present from his fellow teammates for his 21st birthday Wednesday.

'Hey Teddy' star celebrates 7th birthday with Vikings-themed party

Fresh off his rap debut and meeting with Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, St. Paul, Minn. resident Obadiah Gamble made it official and turned seven on Sunday.

Former Viking to coach Hill-Murray football team

A former Minnesota Vikings player will be on the sidelines this year as head coach of Hill-Murray School’s varsity football team.

Minneapolis officials discuss Vikings tailgating future

A Minneapolis City ordinance changing the tailgating zone for U.S. Bank Stadium passed another hurdle today.  

US Bank Stadium hiring thousands at 3-day job fair

A three-day job fair at the Minneapolis Convention Center hopes to fill thousands of jobs at U.S. Bank Stadium before the new home of the Vikings opens in July. Stadium operator SMG, the Minnesota Vikings, Aramark and the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority will be meeting with applicants from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 through Thursday, April 28.

MSFA: Leaks in US Bank Stadium roof 'completely normal'

Heavy April rains have left some puddles on the field level of U.S. Bank Stadium. Is the roof leaking? The short answer is yes, but the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority says the leaks are “completely normal” and expected during a construction project of this scale.

European football to kick-off US Bank Stadium before Vikings

Two big time football clubs are set to meet in Minneapolis this summer to kick off in the new stadium before the Vikings ever do. Chelsea F.C. and A.C. Milan will square off at U.S. Bank Stadium at 8:30 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Aug. 3.

Vikings lose battle to rename Chicago Avenue near stadium

Chicago Avenue in downtown Minneapolis will not become “Vikings Way” anytime soon after the City Planning Commission unanimously rejected the Minnesota Vikings’ proposal to rename the stretch of street in front of U.S. Bank Stadium at their meeting Monday night.

Seahawks escape with 10-9 win over Vikings after Walsh miss

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Blair Walsh's 27-yard field goal try into the frigid wind for Minnesota hooked left with 22 seconds remaining, handing the Seattle Seahawks a 10-9 victory over the stunned Vikings in their wild-card round playoff game in below-zero weather Sunday.