Warm spring allows Minnesotans to work on their lawns early
Homeowners can now begin lightly raking out dead areas of their lawns and re-seeding dead patches in the ground.
Trump hopes to boost coal industry with executive order
Trump signed executive orders hoping to boost the coal industry amid a surging demand for electricity in the U.S. Here’s a look at how coal energy stacks up.
Trump administration opens up over half of national forests for logging
A new directive from the Trump administration will open up more logging in national forests.
Mayor Carter issues emergency declaration to avoid trash hauling stoppage
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter issued an emergency declaration on Monday to keep trash collection running in the city ahead of an April 1 deadline.
Minnesota DNR warns dry winter creating increased spring wildfire danger
As Minnesotans start enjoying spring activities, DNR experts warn this season also comes with increased wildfire danger after a mellow winter.
Xcel Energy tree trimming changing due to wildfire risk adjustment
Xcel Energy says it will be increasing the clearance between trees and power lines from 6 feet to 10 feet, but the decision doesn't sit well with some.
Road salt blamed for contamination that could take NYC's reservoirs out of commission
Decades of road salt use is taking a toll on New York City’s water reservoirs.
Monticello nuclear plant shut down Wednesday after control valve issue
A control valve issue at the Xcel Energy Monticello nuclear power plant caused the reactor to automatically shut down on Wednesday morning.
Emerald ash borer found in 3 new Minnesota counties, quarantines expanding
Emerald ash borer has been confirmed in three new Minnesota counties that will lead to an expanded quarantine.
Hundreds of Iron Range steelworkers facing layoffs in May
Hundreds of Iron Range steelworkers are being temporarily laid off due to an excess accumulation of iron ore.
Mystery solved as 'crazy gross rain' dirties cars across hundreds of miles
Reports of vehicles mysteriously coated in dirt ranged from St. Louis and Missouri, through Illinois and even as far away as Charleston, West Virginia.
You can eat these 5 invasive animals to help population control, US Fish & Wildlife Service says
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
Minneapolis tree lottery: How to get a tree for $30
The Minneapolis tree lottery opened Feb. 10, making way for residents to purchase low-cost trees in an effort to increase the city's tree canopy.
MPCA changed its inspections process after Smith Foundry dispute: audit
A new audit is looking at how the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) responded to concerns about the Smith Foundry in Minneapolis before it closed following an U.S. Environmental Protection Agency investigation and agreement.
Trump targeting showerheads, LED light bulbs in next environmental order
President Trump has long complained of showerheads that use less water and other energy-efficient appliances.
Paper straws: The arguments for and against
Paper or plastic? President Trump has joined the debate on straws.
Beets by they: Funding for PFAS alternative considered
An entire industry could grow in Minnesota to replace the dangerous chemicals known as PFAS.
MN senator wants to make it legal to eat beavers again
A Minnesota senator is proposing reversing a law put in effect last year that banned the consumption of nuisance beavers in Minnesota.
North Dakota considers ending longstanding weather modification program
A state senator introduced a bill to end the practice, with penalties involving fines and jail time.
Hennepin Co. recycling ambassador program
Hennepin County is looking for volunteers to join its recycling ambassador program. FOX 9’s Se Kwon has more on the story.