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The Tamarack mine will primarily harvest nickel and copper. It faces opposition due to copper nickel mining's relation to water contamination. -
Plus: Financial and tax help is available to Becker County residents impacted by tornado; and the Carlton County Board sets a public hearing on a data center moratorium.
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The deaths of two Forestview Middle schoolers has sparked discussions about how the district handles bullying and the need to build community and address mental health challenges. -
Firefighters are shifting their focus to the largest fire burning in the Boundary Waters as it progresses south. Rain the morning of July 17, 2026, provided temporary relief. -
Financial assistance and tax breaks are available to tornado-impacted residents as the community works toward rebuilding after an EF-2 twister. -
Anyone who may have seen Rikki Skog, 37, on or after July 15, 2026, or with information that may assist investigators, is asked to contact the Itasca County Sheriff's Office. -
The American Veterinary Medical Association is reminding people to be mindful of the impacts of wildfire smoke on animals, too, amid hazardous air quality in Northern Minnesota. -
Plus: Minnesota sees likely the worst wildfire smoke in history; and how to take care of your pets and other animals in poor air quality.
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The group works to inform the PCA on environmental justice issues. Applications are due July 22, 2026. -
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency meteorologist Ryan Lueck explains how the PCA measures air quality and puts the record-breaking smoke event into context.
