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.

November 30, 2017 10:21 AM

Brewery makes algae beer to spotlight threat to Lake Erie

A brewery in Ohio is making a batch of green-colored beer called "Algae Blooms" to draw attention to the toxic algae that's been fouling Lake Erie.

by The Associated Press

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November 29, 2017 4:00 AM

South Dakota dairy plan worries Lake Hendricks, Minn.

Straddling the Minnesota-South Dakota border, Lake Hendricks is a fishing and boating destination. Some residents, however, say plans for a 4,000-cow dairy farm on the South Dakota side may wreck the lake. A key court hearing comes in January.

by Mark Steil

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November 28, 2017 2:14 PM

Report: U.S., Canada fall short on protecting Great Lakes

A joint U.S.-Canadian agency says untreated sewage releases, chemical pollution and algae blooms show that the two nations have a long way to go to meet their pledge to clean up the Great Lakes.

by Associated Press

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November 22, 2017 1:49 PM

To avoid 'fatbergs,' keep grease, wipes out of sewer

Minnesota hasn't yet had any monster fatbergs, or giant globs of fat and grease mixed with disposable wipes that can wreak havoc on a city. But they're still causing plenty of problems for sewer systems around the state.

by Kirsti Marohn

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November 20, 2017 3:01 AM

Should telecommuting state workers live in Minnesota?

There is no law in Minnesota that says an employee of the state can't live half a continent away and work remotely, but Fox 9 says it's been stymied in an attempt to find out how pervasive the practice is.

by Bob Collins

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November 20, 2017 12:00 AM

The Water Main: 'Know Water, Know Beer'

An MPR "Water Main" event held at the Southern Theater called "Know Water, Know Beer."

by MPR News Staff

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November 7, 2017 1:29 PM

The slow destruction of much-loved masgouf, an Iraqi national dish

The lack of clean water, sanctions and ISIS have all contributed to depleting the supply of fish that is salted, fire-roasted and shared by Iraqis of all sects and political persuasions.

by Peter Schwartzstein

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November 6, 2017 4:10 PM

Demystifying the complex world of water: Your questions, answered

You ask, we answer. Here are five of your questions related to water, answered by MPR News reporters.

by Cody Nelson and Kirsti Marohn

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October 30, 2017 4:00 AM

Objecting all the way, most farmers meet buffer deadline

Ever since the buffer law passed two years ago farmers have been busy mainly on two fronts; arguing about the legislation's value, and installing the grassy strips next to lakes and streams.

by Mark Steil

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October 28, 2017 10:00 AM

New website helps measure Great Lakes restoration progress

The site will provide information about projects involving aquatic invasive species, coastal wetlands, maritime transportation, phosphorus control and source water protection.

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