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November 21, 2013 5:10 PM

Information sought into shooting of trumpeter swans

Minnesota officials are investigating the shooting of two trumpeter swans this week near Detroit Lakes, Minn., and are seeking the public's help.

by Dan Gunderson

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November 21, 2013 12:00 AM

EPA awards grants to reduce mercury exposure

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded four grants totaling over $3.6 million for projects designed to reduce exposure to mercury and other toxins for people eating Great Lakes fish.

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November 21, 2013 12:00 AM

House OKs bills to speed oil, gas drilling

The House approved two bills Wednesday aimed at speeding up drilling for oil and natural gas on public lands. The measures were among three energy bills the House is considering this week.

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November 20, 2013 6:00 PM

Minnesota firearms deer harvest down 6%

Blustery weather is likely a major reason why Minnesota's firearms deer harvest is down 6 percent from the same point last season, the Department of Natural Resources said Wednesday.

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November 20, 2013 4:47 PM

Lake Superior water levels on the rise

This past spring, Lake Superior rose by 20 inches, fueled by massive runoff from big rain and snowstorms.

by Dan Kraker

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November 20, 2013 3:34 PM

Wind energy advocates urge renewal of tax credit

Minnesota environmental groups and wind energy advocates are urging Congress to renew federal tax credits for renewable energy projects that are set to expire at the end of the year.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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November 20, 2013 6:30 AM

Isle Royale wolf panel finds no clear path at hearing

Just eight adult wolves and possibly a few pups remain in the protected wilderness area. That's down from a peak of 50 in 1980, and the animals are showing signs of inbreeding. The question facing park officials: Intervene to save the pack, or let nature run its course?

by Matt Sepic

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November 19, 2013 4:10 PM

Auditor: Repeal or overhaul state sustainable forestry program

A program that pays landowners to practice sustainable forestry lacks oversight and should be repealed or overhauled, according to the Minnesota Legislative Auditor.

by Elizabeth Dunbar