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Rep. McCollum introduces bill to ban mining near the Boundary Waters

Rep. McCollum introduces bill to ban mining near the Boundary Waters

The proposal would mean an end to the Twin Metals Minnesota project, which would establish an underground copper-nickel mine near Ely. But President Trump has been a vocal supporter of new mining projects in northeastern Minnesota.
by Dan Kraker

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Foam with ‘forever chemicals’ found in two Twin Cities streams

Foam with ‘forever chemicals’ found in two Twin Cities streams

State officials said that there's no immediate health threat to the public. But they are cautioning people to keep away from the foam and take precautions if they — or their pets — come into contact with it.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Court reverses PolyMet's key DNR permits; calls for contested case hearing

Court reverses PolyMet's key DNR permits; calls for contested case hearing

Environmental groups and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa challenged key permits the Minnesota DNR issued to the PolyMet project: Its permit to mine and its dam safety permit.
by Dan Kraker

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CWD reported in captive deer in Pine County

CWD reported in captive deer in Pine County

A captive deer at a farm in east-central Minnesota has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, in a case linked to another CWD discovery last month.
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