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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.

Obama signs St. Croix Bridge bill

Obama signs St. Croix Bridge bill

President Barack Obama signed a bill Wednesday authorizing the St. Croix River bridge project near Stillwater. Federal approval was needed to exempt the project from the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
by Brett Neely

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Quarry plan faces more hurdles

Quarry plan faces more hurdles

A disputed plan to quarry granite along the Minnesota River in the western part of the state has moved a step forward. But it may also face a significant new hurdle. The Big Stone County Planning Commission recommends the county require Strata Corporation to address environmental issues. Opponents say the quarry would cause irreversible damage to a scenic leg of the Upper Minnesota River.
by Mark Steil

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Do we need to elect more scientists?

Since the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development touts our state as "the perfect environment for bioscience," should we have more scientists and engineers in public office?
by Michael Olson

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Legacy fund water studies reveal early findings, protesters block mining trucks, budget crunch

Legacy fund water studies reveal early findings, protesters block mining trucks, budget crunch

Study: Minn. groundwater contamination levels low, but chemical health risks unknown; Minnesota's black middle class is shrinking; In Minnesota, health care, farmers may feel budget squeeze; Political rhetoric, state and federal budgets will impact residents; Target: Paper no more? Mayor Rybak: The best plan for Vikings, at the fairest cost
by Michael Olson

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