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Oil spill in Solomon Islands threatens World Heritage site

Oil spill in Solomon Islands threatens World Heritage site

A ship ran aground more than a month ago, and a gash on its side is leaking oil. There's growing outrage that the companies responsible are not taking action to stop the environmental destruction.

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Board reverses decision to ban state hunt near veterans cemetery, targeting CWD

Board reverses decision to ban state hunt near veterans cemetery, targeting CWD

The Fillmore County Board has agreed to allow federal sharpshooters to kill deer on public land near Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery after reaching a compromise with the DNR.
by John Enger

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U.S. plans to lift protections for gray wolves

U.S. plans to lift protections for gray wolves

U.S. wildlife officials plan to lift protections for gray wolves across the Lower 48 states, a move certain to re-ignite the legal battle over a predator that's rebounding in some regions but absent in others.
by Associated Press

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Former defense leaders warn White House it's 'dangerous' to downplay climate change

In a letter to President Trump, 58 former military and national security officials expressed deep concern about reported plans to create "a committee to dispute and undermine military and intelligence judgments on the threat posed by climate change."
by Dalia Mortada

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Ex-DNR chief takes aim at Twin Metals mine project near Boundary Waters

Ex-DNR chief takes aim at Twin Metals mine project near Boundary Waters

Tom Landwehr approved the controversial PolyMet copper-nickel mine last year as commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Now he'll lead the fight against another proposed mine, this one on the doorstep of the Boundary Waters.
by Dan Kraker

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What makes Duluth Duluth?

What makes Duluth Duluth?

Host Angela Davis is on the road. She invited three guests to talk about Duluth, its economy, its thriving music scene -- and its great lake.
by Manda Lillie and Angela Davis

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