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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.

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

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

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

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Daily Digest: Friday post-debate edition

A few choice items in the news as you begin Friday.
by Mike Mulcahy

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Dayton releases $220M wish list for water quality upgrades

Dayton releases $220M wish list for water quality upgrades

The governor says boosting Minnesota's water quality will be a top priority for his final three years in office.
by Tim Pugmire

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Report: Regulator's emails disparaged Sandpiper project

Report: Regulator's emails disparaged Sandpiper project

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency intends to investigate a staff member involved in the environmental review of the Sandpiper oil pipeline after emails surfaced containing a disparaging tone against the project.
by The Associated Press

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As technology marches on, reservoir caretakers stay at their posts

As technology marches on, reservoir caretakers stay at their posts

When it comes to dam safety, human eyes are still one of the best tools to recognize problems -- so in some areas, workers live in remote locations to watch over the water supply.
by Grace Hood

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