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Statewide Blog

Will the next oil boom be nano-sized?

Will the next oil boom be nano-sized?

Two North Dakota State University researchers believe the key to extracting oil from shale is in understanding the material the nano scale. They plan to use computer modeling to find a way to free petroleum from the rock.
by Dan Gunderson

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Legacy fund water studies reveal early findings, protesters block mining trucks, budget crunch

Legacy fund water studies reveal early findings, protesters block mining trucks, budget crunch

Study: Minn. groundwater contamination levels low, but chemical health risks unknown; Minnesota's black middle class is shrinking; In Minnesota, health care, farmers may feel budget squeeze; Political rhetoric, state and federal budgets will impact residents; Target: Paper no more? Mayor Rybak: The best plan for Vikings, at the fairest cost
by Michael Olson

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Bon Iver wins at Grammys, legislating via amendment, Ron Paul’s border strength

Grammys 2012: Bon Iver thanks the 'talent that's not here,' Dayton vetoes civil lawsuit bills, blasts GOP leadership, Legislators respond to property tax complaints, Proposed amendments to Minnesota's constitution carry GOP dreams
by Michael Olson

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Restoring sturgeon

Restoring sturgeon

The Red River was full of massive sturgeon in the 1800s, but construction of dams and overfishing mostly eliminated the population by the mid 1900s.
by Dan Gunderson

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Hot times in old Duluth this weekend

Hot times in old Duluth this weekend

This weekend is an exceptionally lively time for the Duluth art scene which includes a musical opening, a CD release show, a diorama, and then some.
by Michael Olson

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Baby’s near death renews call for vaccinations, Essar growth spurs pollution concerns, seed scarcity

Mother warns parents to vaccinate after baby's near death; Residents still concerned as Essar plans to ramp up; Same-sex Fargo couple denied marriage license, but hope others are spurred to action; Seed scarcity could stall corn farmers eager to plant; Reinert to governor: Put Vikings stadium in Duluth
by Michael Olson

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Anti-racism campaign moving beyond billboards, Duluth

Anti-racism campaign moving beyond billboards, Duluth

Duluth's "Un-fair" anti-racism campaign focusing on white privelege moves into a second phase tonight. Over the next three months it's holding a series discussions, speeches and films to increase dialogue about institutional racism.
by Dan Kraker

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