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January 6, 2010 5:00 AM

Finally, the states are getting serious about Asian carp

The invasive fish has been on its way toward the Great Lakes for years, so it's about time for a serious effort to stop it.

by Dave Dempsey

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January 5, 2010 4:45 PM

Feds oppose closing locks to stop Asian carp

The Obama administration opposes closing shipping locks near Chicago to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes.

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January 5, 2010 12:00 AM

The year in science

Last year brought historical anniversaries for Darwin and Galileo and real-time discoveries from earth-like planets in our galaxy to controversy over global warming on earth. Midmorning talks about the scientific discoveries and science policy issues that came out of 2009.

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December 30, 2009 5:18 PM

Wis. attorney general joins fight against carp

Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen is joining the effort to keep Asian carp out of the Great Lakes.

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December 29, 2009 4:32 PM

4 Wisconsin anglers cited for 40 extra walleyes

Four Wisconsin anglers face a total of $3,600 in fines for allegedly keeping 40 walleyes over the limit while fishing on Minnesota's Upper Red Lake.

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December 29, 2009 8:04 AM

N.D. eyes suit against Minn. over carbon pricing

A requirement by Minnesota regulators for electric utilities to factor costs for emitting carbon dioxide into their power generating plans affects utilities that export electricity to the state, and at least one of Minnesota's neighbors is ready to fight the requirement in court.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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December 28, 2009 4:26 PM

Reward offered to solve killings of two gray wolves

Federal authorities investigating the November killing of two gray wolves in northern Minnesota have issued a reward for information about the person or persons responsible for shooting the animals.

by Madeleine Baran

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December 28, 2009 9:49 AM

US agency opposes Duluth cell tower in birds' path

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says a cell phone tower approved for construction in Duluth could be a hazard for migratory birds.

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December 28, 2009 9:21 AM

Minn. AG joins fight against Asian carp invasion

Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson has filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court supporting Michigan's lawsuit seeking to prevent Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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December 28, 2009 7:45 AM

Lake Superior water levels near seasonal record high

Water levels in the Great Lakes are continuing a two-year rebound.

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