Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean
The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.
MN invasive zebra mussels linked to higher mercury levels in fish
Zebra mussels are significantly altering the ecosystems of Minnesota lakes, according to a study that ties the invasive species to higher mercury levels in fish.
Minneapolis replacing lead water pipes for property owners at no charge
Minneapolis officials are working to replace aging water infrastructure, including lead pipes, at properties across the city without any charge to owners.
Vandals destroy dozens of trees in St. Paul
Dozens of newly planted trees in St. Paul were destroyed, causing nearly $40,000 in damage. Police are investigating the incident and trying to determine who is responsible. FOX 9’s Bill Keller has more on the story.
Higher Mille Lacs walleye limit spurs optimism from resorts
Resort owners said the walleye limit announcement will get ice anglers excited for the winter season but they know all too well from last year, it will be all weather permitting.
Mayor Frey signs resolution urging county to close Mpls trash incinerator
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed a resolution on Thursday, urging Hennepin County to close a trash incinerator.
Minnesota election results: Lottery revenue ballot measure passes
Minnesotans voted in favor of renewing the state constitutional amendment to put lottery dollars toward the environment.
City of Anoka residents vote 'no' on single organized trash collection system
Voters in the City of Anoka voted "no" on a ballot question about creating a municipal trash service in the city.
Live Minnesota election results: Lottery revenue ballot measure
Here's how Minnesotans voted on the lottery revenue ballot measure.
Live Minnesota election results: Lottery revenue ballot measure by county
Here are live results for how Minnesotans voted on the ballot measure by county.
Lake Pepin island project: Inside the fight to save the lake
Lake Pepin used to extend all the way up to St. Paul 12,000 years ago, but with about a million tons of sediment settling at the lake's mouth annually, Pepin is on pace to fill in within just over 300 years.
The fight to save Lake Pepin
While the entire price tag is roughly $50 million dollars between federal and local contributions, keeping the dredged material relatively close and forming it into islands is actually the cheaper option compared to shipping tons and tons of material somewhere else. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the full story.
MN ballot question on lottery funding conservation
The question for voters is whether they want to renew some of the state’s lottery money for the environment and natural resources. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full story.
MN ballot question to decide if state lottery will fund conservation efforts
With Election Day on Tuesday, there is one question on the ballot that could impact Minnesota's environment.
Researchers say Arkansas may have 19M tons of lithium critical for battery power
Estimated lithium reserves would be more than nine times what's needed to meet projected global lithium demand in 2030 for EV batteries.
Minneapolis City Council overrules Mayor Frey's veto on carbon fees
The Minneapolis City Council overruled a veto by Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry to impose a carbon emissions fees in order to reduce the impacts of climate change.
Earth's wildlife populations have declined a staggering 73% in 50 years: report
A staggering loss of world wildlife populations could have “devastating" consequences without immediate action, a new report concludes.
Minnesota drinking water lead pipe address lookup, maps available
Minnesotans concerned about contamination of their drinking water from the pipes bringing it to their faucet can check the presence of lead pipes in their region using an interactive map.
How Minnesota is planning to protect drinking water in the state
The Minnesota Department of Health released a draft of its 10-year roadmap to protect drinking water in the state on Monday.
Biden sets 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes, make drinking water safer
The president announced the new regulation, which replaces a standard set forth by the Trump administration that did not include a universal requirement to replace lead pipes.