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In Minnesota, thirsty crops put ground water levels at risk

In Minnesota, thirsty crops put ground water levels at risk

To help us understand the state of groundwater in Minnesota, MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Department of Natural Resources Hydrologist Ellen Considine, as well as Bob Shimek, an extension educator with White Earth Tribal and Community College who is active with water issues.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Judge throws out Twin Metals leases lawsuit

Judge throws out Twin Metals leases lawsuit

Late Wednesday a U.S. District Court Judge dismissed a lawsuit that Twin Metals filed last year to try revive its stalled attempt to develop a proposed copper-nickel mine on the doorstep of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
by Dan Kraker

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YouTube vlogger Ruby Franke formally charged with 6 felony counts of child abuse

YouTube vlogger Ruby Franke formally charged with 6 felony counts of child abuse

Ruby Franke, the YouTube mommy blogger behind the channel 8 Passengers, was arrested last week after her 12-year-old son climbed out a window and ran to a neighbor’s house asking for food and water.
by Emily Olson

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NPR CEO John Lansing will leave in December, capping a tumultuous year

NPR CEO John Lansing will leave in December, capping a tumultuous year

President and CEO John Lansing plans to leave NPR nine months before his term is set to expire. His tenure has been defined by the pandemic, a racial reckoning and economic headwinds.
by David Folkenflik

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Minnesota 'Blue Zones' creator launches Netflix docuseries on quest for long life

Minnesota 'Blue Zones' creator launches Netflix docuseries on quest for long life

Minnesota native Dan Buettner has launched a four-part docuseries on Netflix — “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” — learning about longevity from cultures and communities around the world. Buettner was a guest on Morning Edition with Cathy Wurzer to talk about his latest project.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Filmmakers see expanded Minnesota tax credits as opportunity to grow talent pool

Filmmakers see expanded Minnesota tax credits as opportunity to grow talent pool

A local production company, which aims to create an accessible and diverse local film industry, hosted an event called The Mixer on Labor Day weekend to connect filmmakers of color with people who want to break into the industry.
by Kyra Miles

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