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.

Flood impact to last all summer
In his weekly weather commentary, University of Minnesota meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley comments on a number of subjects including the recent flooding in several Midwestern states.
New standards for lake water quality
Federal regulators have approved new, tougher standards for water quality in the state.
Health Department revises fish consumption advisory
The department says people can safely eat one meal a month of fish, and then also eat fish from other advisory categories.
Browns Valley purchases land to control flooding
Browns Valley has reached a deal with a local farm family to buy land along the Little Minnesota River. The 110 acres are needed for a project to control flooding.
High prices lure farmers from conservation program
Minnesota could soon lose up to 25 percent of the land currently set aside in programs to protect water and wildlife.
Report: Fishing brings $1 billion to Driftless Area
The Driftless Area includes parts of southeastern Minnesota and southwestern Wisconsin. The report found more than 125,000 anglers visit the region annually, pumping about $650 million directly into the local economy.
Boat owners could face permits for water discharge
Every boat from cabin cruisers to canoes would have to carry a new permit as a result of a court fight over ballast water discharged from big ships.
MPCA Commissioner on pressing environmental issues
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Commissioner Brad Moore joins Midday to discuss air and water quality, recycling and much more.