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Fossil fuel rules catch Western towns between old economies and new green goals

Fossil fuel rules catch Western towns between old economies and new green goals

The Biden administration is trying to dramatically change how and where oil and gas drilling occurs on federal land, which is getting mixed reviews in longtime drilling boom-towns.
by Kirk Siegler

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Scientist: 'Forever chemicals' are harming wildlife along with humans

Scientist: 'Forever chemicals' are harming wildlife along with humans

A recently published paper documents the presence of PFAS chemicals in more than 600 species worldwide. In Minnesota, that includes bald eagles and walleye. “Humans have become the canary in the coal mine,” the paper’s lead author tells MPR News.
by Gracie Stockton and Cathy Wurzer

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Explore the top three places in Minnesota for peak fall foliage this week

Explore the top three places in Minnesota for peak fall foliage this week

As temperatures begin dropping this fall season, soon too will the leaves. The annual transformation of green foliage into an array of oranges, reds and yellows is being seen across the state of Minnesota.  
by Kyre Johnson

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