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After rough skies, monarch butterfly population on the rise

After rough skies, monarch butterfly population on the rise

In recent years there have been concerns about whether the monarch butterfly was a threatened species. Thanks to good weather, and an increase in their food, the pollinator’s numbers increased in 2026.
by Brent Jabbour and Clay Masters

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Minnesota DNR ends Twin Metals lease for land near Boundary Waters

Minnesota DNR ends Twin Metals lease for land near Boundary Waters

James Coleman, a University of Minnesota professor with expertise in energy law, explains the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources decision to cancel a Twin Metals mineral lease for a site located near the Boundary Waters.
by Clay Masters and Ben Revier

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Mild winter and dry spring give pheasant population a boost

Mild winter and dry spring give pheasant population a boost

The pheasant population in Minnesota is on the rise. MPR News host Clay Masters talks with with a DNR senior wildlife research biologist about trend, and what people can expect with the upcoming hutting season.
by Clay Masters and Matthew Alvarez

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Board again denies parole for man convicted in 1970 murder of officer James Sackett Sr.

Board again denies parole for man convicted in 1970 murder of officer James Sackett Sr.

Minnesota’s Supervised Release Board has again denied parole to a man convicted in the 1970 ambush murder of St. Paul Police Officer James Sackett Sr. The board’s meeting on Friday marked the fourth time that Ronald Reed, 76, appealed for his release.
by Matt Sepic

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150 years since Northfield's defeat of Jesse James

150 years since Northfield's defeat of Jesse James

150 years after the James-Younger Gang’s botched attempt to rob a Northfield bank, the Minnesota town continues to celebrate the citizens who stood up to the notorious outlaws.
by Clay Masters, Ben Revier and Matthew Alvarez

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