Disasters

June 23, 2012 1:26 PM

Light rain in Duluth, but flooding repeat unlikely

Duluth is getting more rain, but forecasters say it's not likely to cause major problems for the recently flooded city.

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June 23, 2012 5:00 AM

The Week in Commentary

A summary of the week's commentaries and some of the comments they generated.

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June 22, 2012 9:57 PM

Officials expect flood damages estimates go up

St. Louis County Public Works estimates damage caused to roads by flooding this week will cost between $20-25 million, although that number is expected to increase as more extensive damage is discovered.

by Jon Collins

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June 22, 2012 6:41 PM

Video: Flooding in Duluth

Scenes of flooding in Duluth, Minn.

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June 22, 2012 6:08 PM

Senators, Rep. Cravaack tour flood zone, pledge to find aid

Minnesota's two senators and 8th District Congressman Chip Cravaack toured damaged sections of Duluth and other northeastern Minnesota communities today, as the region continues to deal with the aftermath of historic flooding.

by Stephanie Hemphill

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June 22, 2012 4:39 PM

Most Duluthians lack flood insurance coverage

Inside homes and businesses, people are still drying out waterlogged basements and assessing the damage from records floods -- much of which is not covered by insurance.

by Dan Kraker

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June 22, 2012 3:58 PM

Moose Lake residents survey damage as flood waters recede

Residents in Moose Lake watched Friday as the water began receding, giving people a first look at the damage to homes.

by Tom Robertson and Conrad Wilson

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June 22, 2012 1:21 PM

Feds probe Ford Explorer power steering problems

Federal safety regulators are investigating complaints that the power steering can fail on 2011 Ford Explorer SUVs.

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June 22, 2012 1:01 PM

Contaminated food warnings issued; Coast Guard rescues Thomson residents

Fruits and vegetables planted in flood-damaged areas of northeast Minnesota could be contaminated and should not be eaten, the Minnesota Agriculture Department is warning.