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71 cats rescued from trash-filled Sibley County property

71 cats rescued from trash-filled Sibley County property

The Animal Humane Society is treating 71 cats that were at an abandoned property in Sibley County. They had no water, and were sleeping on top of piles of trash and crumbling walls.
by Sam Stroozas and Ahmed Hassan

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Minnesota facility launches renewable fertilizer production

Minnesota facility launches renewable fertilizer production

Michael Reese, the green ammonia research lead at the University of Minnesota, explains how a new facility in Morris is producing fertilizer with renewable energy.
by Clay Masters and Ben Revier

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Rain made Floyd Lake tornado invisible, more dangerous, meteorologist says

Rain made Floyd Lake tornado invisible, more dangerous, meteorologist says

These types of tornadoes “can appear to probably come out of nowhere,” Tommy Grafenauer, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service office in Grand Forks, N.D., told MPR News.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Brainerd man cited for shooting at bear that ‘looked at him’

Brainerd man cited for shooting at bear that ‘looked at him’

Minnesota law allows people to kill nuisance bears only in limited circumstances, such as when they’re causing significant property damage or posing an immediate danger to people or animals.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Former Duluth EPA biologists sue Trump administration, alleging they were fired illegally

Former Duluth EPA biologists sue Trump administration, alleging they were fired illegally

The two Duluth biologists were among seven former employees who are suing the EPA in an effort to get their jobs back. They argue they were unlawfully fired last year for signing a letter that publicly criticized the Trump administration.
by Dan Kraker

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State awards $20M from 3M settlement over ‘forever chemicals’ to improve habitat, recreation

State awards $20M from 3M settlement over ‘forever chemicals’ to improve habitat, recreation

The money was set aside for enhancing water resources, wildlife habitat and outdoor recreational opportunities in the east metro. Eight years after the settlement with 3M was announced, that funding is finally ready to be distributed.
by Kirsti Marohn

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What would removing Twin Cities locks and dams mean for the Mississippi River?

What would removing Twin Cities locks and dams mean for the Mississippi River?

Some environmental groups think removing the locks and dams would help restore the ecological health of the river and create new recreational opportunities, but many questions remain. Several studies aim to provide answers.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Rescue dogs and cats coming to Minnesota face New World screwworm scrutiny

Rescue dogs and cats coming to Minnesota face New World screwworm scrutiny

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health imposed restrictions Tuesday on animals coming from areas where there are active New World screwworm infestations, including Texas and New Mexico.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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