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Oil and water: The Line 3 debate

Enbridge's new, larger Line 3 pipeline, which carries crude oil across northern Minnesota, was completed in 2021 and began operating in October. But the debate over the project's impact on climate, water and tribal treaty rights continues.

Line 3 fight brings PUC higher profile, lots of applicants

Line 3 fight brings PUC higher profile, lots of applicants

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission used to fly under the radar. But with the Line 3 pipeline debate and its role guiding the state to a cleaner energy future, the days of wonky obscurity are over.
by Dan Kraker

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State legislators, Line 3 foes seek seat on body that approved pipeline

State legislators, Line 3 foes seek seat on body that approved pipeline

An open seat on the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission is drawing interest from several notable applicants, including current and former state legislators and two leading critics of Enbridge Energy's planned Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement, a project approved by the PUC earlier this year.
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Line 3 oil pipeline moves closer to construction in northern Minnesota

Line 3 oil pipeline moves closer to construction in northern Minnesota

State regulators took additional steps at a meeting Monday in St. Paul to push the controversial project closer to final approval. But opponents vow they will continue to fight it.
by Dan Kraker

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Duluth City Council approves police gear spending, despite protests

Duluth City Council approves police gear spending, despite protests

Protesters wearing masks and bandannas shouted and chanted throughout the meeting, vowing to shut it down. But after a recess and without any discussion because of the noise, the council voted 6-2 to authorize the purchase.
by Dan Kraker

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