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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.

Daily Digest: School safety proposals aired

Some Minnesota political stories in the news to start your Wednesday.
by Mike Mulcahy

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Morris ethanol plant fined for polluting nearby wetlands, rivers

An MPCA investigation found DENCO II's plant violated its permit by failing to adequately monitor, report and correct excessive amounts of organic material, disinfectants and other pollutants.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Dayton updates plan for lowering nitrate levels in water

Dayton updates plan for lowering nitrate levels in water

Gov. Mark Dayton has unveiled a revised measure to reduce elevated nitrate levels in water supplies and ensure more Minnesotans have safe drinking water.
by Associated Press

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New report predicts rising tides, more flooding

New report predicts rising tides, more flooding

The report, obtained by NPR, shows that so-called "sunny-day flooding" may be a regular occurrence in some areas.
by Christopher Joyce

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Could 'smart salting' keep Minnesota roads and waters safe?

Could 'smart salting' keep Minnesota roads and waters safe?

Minnesota lawmakers are introducing a bill this week that'd give legal cover to crews that that use "smart salting" techniques, or using only the recommended amount necessary to melt ice.
by Max Nesterak

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Shorter winter may impact Minn. fisheries, bring more toxic algae

Shorter winter may impact Minn. fisheries, bring more toxic algae

Decreasing ice seasons could mean major changes for Minnesotans' prized lakes by impacting fishing and increasing the prevalence of toxic algae blooms.
by Cody Nelson

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Some fear 3M water pollution settlement money won't go far enough

Some fear 3M water pollution settlement money won't go far enough

On Tuesday, Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson announced an $850 million settlement in the state's lawsuit against 3M over water contamination by perflurochemicals, or PFCs, in several east Twin Cities suburbs.
by Matt Sepic

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3M vs. Minnesota: A primer for this major water pollution trial

3M vs. Minnesota: A primer for this major water pollution trial

Minnesota's attorney general is suing 3M for contaminating Minnesota's water with chemicals the company produced for decades. Here's what you need to know as the lawsuit begins.
by Kirsti Marohn

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All eyes on Minnesota as state readies fight against 3M in water pollution trial

All eyes on Minnesota as state readies fight against 3M in water pollution trial

East metro residents and observers from across the country will be watching closely as Minnesota's $5 billion lawsuit against 3M for polluting natural resources finally goes to trial after years of delays.
by Kirsti Marohn

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