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Fate of Sioux Falls zoo's taxidermy collection in limbo after arsenic discovery

Fate of Sioux Falls zoo's taxidermy collection in limbo after arsenic discovery

The fate of the mounted lion, tiger, polar bear and gorilla that have long greeted visitors entering South Dakota’s largest zoo is grim after arsenic was found to be widespread in the taxidermy collection.
by The Associated Press

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Study: Wildfire led to poorer water quality in northern Minnesota lakes

Study: Wildfire led to poorer water quality in northern Minnesota lakes

The study was the largest examination in North American history of how lakes responded to a single wildfire. The researchers found lakes in burned areas had higher levels of nutrients, sediment and dissolved carbon, likely the results of increased runoff.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables help boost heart health

Prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables help boost heart health

People with diet-related diseases show health improvements when they're given "prescription" produce. A new study shows reductions in blood sugar and blood pressure, key measures of heart health.
by Allison Aubrey

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Shipwreck hunters discover a schooner's 142-year-old remains in Lake Michigan

Shipwreck hunters discover a schooner's 142-year-old remains in Lake Michigan

Built in 1867, the Trinidad was plagued with structural issues and sank nearly a century and a half ago. Historians intend to nominate it for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places.
by Joe Hernandez

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Israel's Netanyahu says he wants Eritrean migrants involved in violent clashes to be deported

Israel's Netanyahu says he wants Eritrean migrants involved in violent clashes to be deported

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he wants Eritrean migrants involved in a violent clash in Tel Aviv to be deported immediately and has ordered a plan to remove all of the country’s African migrants.
by The Associated Press

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Filmmakers see expanded Minnesota tax credits as opportunity to grow talent pool

Filmmakers see expanded Minnesota tax credits as opportunity to grow talent pool

A local production company, which aims to create an accessible and diverse local film industry, hosted an event called The Mixer on Labor Day weekend to connect filmmakers of color with people who want to break into the industry.
by Kyra Miles

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