Water

Water shortages and problems around Minnesota — and the country — have many wondering what is the true cost of clean and reliable water. This reporting is supported in part by The Water Main, a project of American Public Media.

Report: Fishing brings $1 billion to Driftless Area
The Driftless Area includes parts of southeastern Minnesota and southwestern Wisconsin. The report found more than 125,000 anglers visit the region annually, pumping about $650 million directly into the local economy.
CDC releases Great Lakes pollution report citing health problems
Under pressure from Congress, the government released a controversial draft report that suggests pollution is causing health problems in some parts of the Great Lakes states, including cancer and premature births.