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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.

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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Minnesota settles water pollution suit against 3M for $850 million

Minnesota settles water pollution suit against 3M for $850 million

The settlement, which will go to fund water projects, came just before the case was set to go to trial over chemical groundwater contamination in several east Twin Cities suburbs.
by Elizabeth Dunbar and 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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