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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.

Another round of environmental review for PolyMet mine plan

Regulators have begun work on a new document to supplement environmental studies for PolyMet Mining's controversial copper-nickel mine near Hoyt Lakes.
by Bob Kelleher

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Monitoring Minnesota's lakes

Monitoring Minnesota's lakes

State and federal researchers are taking a very detailed look at some Minnesota lakes, including Lake Carlos, near Alexandria, Elk Lake in Itasca State Park and Trout Lake in Cook County, to monitor the effects of climate change and pollution.

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Sentinel lakes monitored for effects of climate change

Sentinel lakes monitored for effects of climate change

State and federal researchers are taking a very detailed look at some Minnesota lakes to monitor the effects of climate change and pollution.
by Dan Gunderson

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U of M dean says 'Troubled Waters' film 'vilifies agriculture'

The film, "Troubled Waters," is about the dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico, and pollution from Minnesota that's contributing to the problem. Its premiere was abruptly postponed by the university officials.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Researchers: Put public health first when regulating chemicals

Two prominent researchers studying the impact of chemicals on fish and other animals hope enough people will become educated about the issue to push for tighter environmental regulations.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Does Minnesota need to change its approach to environmental protection?

Each Monday now through the election, we’ll pose a question on an issue that’s pertinent to the race for Minnesota governor. Today’s Question: Does Minnesota need to change its approach to environmental protection? Democratic candidate Mark Dayton: The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency should be renamed the Pollution Reduction Agency, and its mission should become to…
by Eric Ringham

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World hunger level highest in 40 years

World hunger level highest in 40 years

The UN says there are now 1 billion people who don't have enough to eat around the world -- the highest level in 40 years. What's the moral obligation of countries like the U.S. and Europe to step in and are we providing aid effectively?
by J. Brian Atwood

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Bemidji beach reopens after E. coli outbreak

The beach was closed Thursday after three people became ill July 12 and 13 from E. coli.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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