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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.

After missing early signs, DNR working to hit new lake invader hard

After missing early signs, DNR working to hit new lake invader hard

The DNR is aggressively trying to stop the spread of a new aquatic invasive species called starry stonewort, but the plan may already have been slowed by missed opportunities to identify the fast growing algae.
by Dan Gunderson

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Dayton asks Minnesotans to take Water Stewardship Pledge

Dayton asks Minnesotans to take Water Stewardship Pledge

Minnesotans are being asked to rethink how they use water and how it affects their daily lives as part of Gov. Mark Dayton's Year of Water Action.
by Associated Press

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Poisonous algae blooms threaten people, ecosystems across U.S.

Poisonous algae blooms threaten people, ecosystems across U.S.

Serious algae outbreaks have hit more than 20 states this summer. Algae blooms aren't unusual. But the frequency, size and toxicity now are worse than ever, and changes in climate are partly to blame.
by Lesley McClurg

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Bottled water for 80 Wash. County homes after contamination alert

Bottled water for 80 Wash. County homes after contamination alert

"While we believe the immediate health risks for most people exposed to (perfluorochemicals) are low, the latest information from EPA indicates a risk for developing fetuses and infants," Minnesota's health commissioner said Tuesday.
by MPR News Staff

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Threatened by rising seas, Alaska village decides to relocate

Threatened by rising seas, Alaska village decides to relocate

Rising sea levels have eroded Shishmaref for many years. Now, the Inupiat Eskimo village has voted to move. One resident told NPR that it's a matter of protecting their unique community.

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Flint mayor: 'Everybody played a role in this disaster'

Flint mayor: 'Everybody played a role in this disaster'

As a federal state of emergency ends for Flint, Mich., Mayor Karen Weaver says residents don't trust that government officials have fully addressed the lead contamination of their water.

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Farmers, scientists seek common ground on going green

Farmers, scientists seek common ground on going green

"Cover crops" help keep farmland healthy, reduce pollution and boost water quality. Many northern farmers, though, are reluctant to plant crops that don't make money. Here's how researchers are working to bridge the gap.
by Dan Gunderson

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