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A U of M Reporter Explores BORG, the Latest Binge-Drinking Craze

What the hell is it? Why is it everywhere? How dubious are the health claims? What should I name mine?

What We Know About the Death of Khalil Ahmad Azad

Plus Frey eats fries, where Gophers drink, and a bit of local music history for sale in today's Flyover.

Guess What’s Not Happening This Year

Plus a Ward 8 challenger, a reason to tax the elderly, and the U spies on its students in today's Flyover.

Chase to North Minneapolis: Thanks, But No Banks

Plus gun control in MN, the U dumps Tom Bakk, and dogs lose jobs in today's Flyover.

The U of M Quietly Killed the ‘Paint the Bridge’ Tradition

The decades-long ritual of student groups painting the Washington Avenue Bridge officially ended in 2021.

January 13, 2023

Massive Fuckup Gifted Gainful Employment

Plus merger blowback, a budget proposal, and the return of a chain restaurant in today's Flyover.

Lawmaker to U of M Prez: Resign from Board, End Gross Conflict of Interest

Plus violent crime declines in Minneapolis, the postal service might be fibbing, and new beer labels in today's Flyover.

Let’s Talk About U of M President Joan Gabel’s Egregious Conflict of Interest

"This sets a terrible precedent and is harmful for both policy and PR reasons," Sen. John Marty says of Gabel's impending seat on the board of Securian Financial.

December 20, 2022

‘Too Much Diversity’ Guy Blames the ‘Woke Community’

Plus, figuring out what MN's AG really does, Xcel floods GOP noms with your money, and more love from Taco Bell in today's Flyover.