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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.

Reviewing the news from Greater Minnesota

Week in Review takes a look at some environmental stories in Greater Minnesota, including a look at the Superfund site on the Leech Lake Indian Reservation and an update on the US Army Corp of Engineers' plans for the Upper Mississippi River.

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Can the Mississippi be restored?

Volunteers are hauling garbage from styrofoam containers to tires out of the Mississippi River again this summer. Such events raise awareness of the river, but its water quality and wildlife may need more drastic fixes.

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