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Carver man federally indicted with 16 counts of animal crushing

A Carver man who allegedly made animal torture YouTube videos under the channel “Prince’s Chomp Squad” was federally indicted with 16 counts of animal crushing.
by Cari Spencer

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Bird flu sickens 20,000-turkey flock in Redwood County

Bird flu sickens 20,000-turkey flock in Redwood County

It’s the first new confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Minnesota poultry since April. Animal health officials say the new detection is not entirely surprising as wild waterfowl begin their fall migration.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Beyond the surface: Scientists study how wake boats affect lake health

Beyond the surface: Scientists study how wake boats affect lake health

A new study shows wakesurfing boats can churn up lake bottoms, increase shoreline erosion and stir pollutants into the water. MPR News guest host Kirsti Marohn dives into the science and what it means for lake lovers. 
by Kirsti Marohn and Cari Dwyer

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Heavier rains due to climate change causing more landslides and rockfalls in Minnesota

Heavier rains due to climate change causing more landslides and rockfalls in Minnesota

Heavier rainfall due to a warming climate is accelerating erosion in some parts of Minnesota. The sandstone bluffs and hillsides of the Minnesota River Valley are especially vulnerable, leading to more frequent landslides and rockfalls.
by Hannah Yang

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Xcel’s proposed electricity rate hike set for public debate

Xcel’s proposed electricity rate hike set for public debate

Minnesota’s largest electric utility wants to increase its rates by about 13 percent over two years. State regulators will hear public input on the proposal at hearings starting Monday.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Debate over protecting Minnesota’s wild rice from sulfate pollution intensifies on Iron Range

Debate over protecting Minnesota’s wild rice from sulfate pollution intensifies on Iron Range

State officials have proposed strict limits on sulfate pollution to protect wild rice, but the mining industry claims the cost of compliance is so high it could force mines to shut down.
by Dan Kraker

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As nature’s ‘ecosystem engineers,’ beavers could help fight effects of climate change

As nature’s ‘ecosystem engineers,’ beavers could help fight effects of climate change

Beaver dams reduce flooding, create wetlands that boost biodiversity and can even slow wildfires. But bringing back beavers would require a shift in public attitude — and finding ways for humans and beavers to coexist.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Low Mississippi River water levels could add to soybean exporters’ headaches

Low Mississippi River water levels could add to soybean exporters’ headaches

More than half of American soybeans depend on the Mississippi River as an export channel. But no significant rainfall is forecast for the lower half of the Mississippi, which could hinder the transport of goods, like soybeans.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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