Water

Water shortages and problems around Minnesota — and the country — have many wondering what is the true cost of clean and reliable water. This reporting is supported in part by The Water Main, a project of American Public Media.

January 27, 2016 12:30 PM

General Mills Foundation donates $3M for Minneapolis parks

The food company announced the gift Wednesday at an event in the Mill District of downtown Minneapolis, the place where the company was founded 150 years ago.

by Martin Moylan and The Associated Press

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January 27, 2016 6:49 AM

6 derailed train cars land in Mississippi River

The derailment happened late Tuesday night on the tracks that parallel Highway 26 along the river in Houston County.

by Tim Nelson and The Associated Press

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January 25, 2016 8:40 AM

Could the Flint water crisis happen here?

Lead pipes are still fairly common in historic communities across the state.

by MPR News Staff

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January 19, 2016 3:22 PM

EPA agrees to investigate how MPCA regulates iron mining

The EPA has agreed to investigate the allegations in a petition that seeks to strip the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency of its authority to regulate water pollution from mining.

by Steve Karnowski, Associated Press

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January 19, 2016 12:00 PM

Documentary about Flint water crisis: 'Not Safe to Drink'

A Michigan Radio documentary about the water crisis in Flint. Some of the drinking water there is so seriously contaminated that the lead levels could qualify as hazardous waste, and it was so corrosive it was damaging auto parts at GM. Lead causes serious brain damage in children. How did this happen?

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January 18, 2016 12:40 PM

Red River Basin Commission to focus on water quality

The Red River Basin Commission is focusing on water quality, and including agriculture officials to help find solutions.

by Dan Gunderson

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January 18, 2016 8:36 AM

Dayton's proposed water funding could help cities like Tracy

Tracy, Minnesota faces a number of water quality issues. Gov. Mark Dayton's recent proposal to spend more money on water quality could help.

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January 15, 2016 10:45 AM

Dayton presses water, rail, public safety upgrades in projects plan

Gov. Mark Dayton on Friday unveiled his plan for $1.4 billion in Minnesota public works construction, kicking off the coming legislative debate on this year's bonding bill.

by Tim Pugmire