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3M and PFC groundwater contamination in Minnesota

Concern over the effects of groundwater contamination by perfluorochemicals, or PFCs, has a long history in Minnesota. Now that the state settled its lawsuit with 3M, here's a collection of MPR News coverage of this complex story.

'Forever' chemicals leave costly water problem in Bemidji, cities across the country

'Forever' chemicals leave costly water problem in Bemidji, cities across the country

The north-central Minnesota city is just one of many cities across the United States dealing with the expensive environmental fallout from PFAS, which are known for being some of the most resilient chemicals ever created.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Swanson's quiet style put to the test in governor's race

Swanson's quiet style put to the test in governor's race

Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson, who's built her career championing consumer causes, is suddenly a force in the governor's race. She has her critics. She may also have momentum heading to the Aug. 14 DFL primary.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Mich. governor wants to sue 3M to recoup costs of contamination

Mich. governor wants to sue 3M to recoup costs of contamination

Gov. Rick Snyder said Friday that the state of Michigan intends to sue the Minnesota-based manufacturer of chemicals linked to contaminated water near military bases and industrial sites, citing "significant costs" that will only rise in the future.
by The Associated Press

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How the EPA and the Pentagon downplayed a growing toxic threat

A family of chemicals -- known as PFAS and responsible for marvels like Teflon and critical to the safety of American military bases -- has now emerged as a far greater menace than previously disclosed.
by ProPublica Staff

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Where they stand: 8 bills our environment reporters are watching at the Capitol

Where they stand: 8 bills our environment reporters are watching at the Capitol

Legislation related to wild rice protection, the 3M settlement and nitrogen fertilizer rules are all in play as Gov. Mark Dayton and legislative leaders wrap up their work.
by Dan Gunderson, Elizabeth Dunbar and Kirsti Marohn

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Goodbye, Nick Coleman

Goodbye, Nick Coleman

'I don't think it's just a printing press for making money,' the former columnist said of his medium of choice. 'It's supposed to be some kind of higher calling to be in this business, or you might as well be doing something else that has shorter hours and better benefits.'
by Paul Tosto

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What happens if you're exposed to PFCs

Lake Elmo shut down the well after MDH reported seeing high levels of perfluorochemicals or PFCs in the well for a year.
by Tom Crann

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Deep thoughts from dead trees

Toxic chemicals, bad social networking, good mutts, fallen debris from space, and opening day.
by Bob Collins

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Did 3M pay a professor to influence science on harmful chemical?

Did 3M pay a professor to influence science on harmful chemical?

Attorney General Lori Swanson's office is alleging that a renowned toxicologist took at least $2 million in payments from 3M to help the company "command" science regarding a toxic chemical that was at the heart of a lawsuit brought by the state.
by Cody Nelson

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