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April 14, 2015 6:02 AM

Proposed Sandpiper oil pipeline moves closer to reality

The proposed 610-mile pipeline would move crude oil from North Dakota through northern Minnesota on its way to Superior, Wis.

by Riham Feshir

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April 13, 2015 12:15 PM

DNR threatens suit over Detroit Lakes motel, condo plan

State officials say the lakeside project is too big for the space and will lead to environmental problems. The Detroit Lakes City Council takes up the issue Tuesday.

by Dan Gunderson

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April 13, 2015 6:00 AM

FAQ: Where to recycle your old electronics

In the spirit of spring cleaning, find out what to do with old televisions and other electronics crowding your home.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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April 13, 2015 4:00 AM

Superfund to solar: Plan to transform ex-ammo plant takes shape

The Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant site is nearly cleaned up. Officials are eyeing their next step: A solar energy project to power the site's future homes and businesses.

by Peter Cox

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April 13, 2015 4:00 AM

Go ahead, recycle that old TV

Minnesota is a leader in electronics recycling, thanks in part to a law requiring manufacturers to take responsibility for their disposal. But some of us keep old gadgets a long time.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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April 10, 2015 5:53 AM

Dayton challenges lawmakers to take action on transportation, education

In his fifth State of the State, the governor made it clear he is not willing to surrender his legislative agenda.

by Tim Pugmire

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April 8, 2015 4:45 PM

4 ways to engineer safer oil trains

Federal authorities are urging the rail industry to retrofit or replace tank cars carrying crude oil.

by Tom Crann

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April 8, 2015 1:45 PM

Water conservation strategies in face of climate change

California Governor Jerry Brown imposed water restrictions in the face of several years of extreme drought. In this "Climate One" program, several national and California water experts discuss the fairest and most effective ways to conserve water.

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April 8, 2015 9:50 AM

Mille Lacs walleye limit cut to 1; tightest rules yet

The tougher regulations are needed to keep the walleye harvest at a safe level, state officials said Wednesday. Walleye numbers in Mille Lacs are at a 40-year low.

by Tim Nelson