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Poll: Storms, heat, drought, floods and wildfires all common experiences in 2023

Poll: Storms, heat, drought, floods and wildfires all common experiences in 2023

Two-thirds of American adults indicate they experienced at least one of five major weather events in 2023, according to the McCourtney Institute for Democracy’s latest Mood of the Nation Poll. Severe storms led the list, with 45 percent indicating they lived in storm-impacted communities.
by Craig Helmstetter and Rithwik Kalale

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Goats contract bird flu on Minnesota farm

Goats contract bird flu on Minnesota farm

Minnesota officials detected highly pathogenic avian influenza in several young goats on a farm in Stevens County. The infection is reportedly the first time avian influenza has been detected in cattle, sheep or goats.
by Dan Gunderson

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So long, Stumpy. More than 150 of D.C.’s cherry trees have to go as water rises

So long, Stumpy. More than 150 of D.C.’s cherry trees have to go as water rises

Washington, D.C.’s famous cherry blossoms hit peak bloom this week. This will be the last season for about 150 of the famous flowering trees — they’ll soon be cut down to adjust to sea-level rise.
by Jacob Fenston

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‘Unsung heroes:’ 21 Minnesotans share their climate solutions on a national stage

‘Unsung heroes:’ 21 Minnesotans share their climate solutions on a national stage

It wasn’t just scientists in Minnesota sharing their climate solutions, but artists and faith leaders that got the chance to go to the “Aspen Ideas: Climate” gathering.
by Emily Bright and Alanna Elder

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Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Discarded rechargeable batteries pose a growing fire risk at garbage and recycling facilities. Minnesota officials hope to change an outdated state law to address the threat.
by Dan Gunderson

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The green energy gridlock at the Capitol

The green energy gridlock at the Capitol

Generating and delivering energy has evolved over the last 50 years, but slowing down climate change requires a bigger effort with government legislation.
by Paul Huttner, Ngoc Bui and Matthew Alvarez

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DNR limits walleye fishing to catch-and-release on Mille Lacs through mid August

DNR limits walleye fishing to catch-and-release on Mille Lacs through mid August

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says it’s adjusting the open-water regulations for the popular destination lake in north-central Minnesota due in part to hungrier walleye and high catch rates.
by Kirsti Marohn

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First Black female jockey Cheryl White celebrated in Minnesota

First Black female jockey Cheryl White celebrated in Minnesota

Raymond White is traveling to Minnesota this coming weekend to share his sister’s legacy with a nonprofit equestrian program for BIPOC youth in the Twin Cities.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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