Mining & Environmental

Governor Dayton Meets with Essar Steel Officials

Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton was in Eveleth Monday to meet with Essar Steel officials.

Dinosaur claw fossil found on Minnesota's Iron Range

A dinosaur claw fossil found on northeastern Minnesota's Iron Range could help researchers better figure out what sort of dinosaurs lived in the state.

Montevideo named host of 2016 Governor's Pheasant Opener

Montevideo has been selected to host the 2016 Minnesota Governor's Pheasant Opener.

Cliffs Natural Resources Terminates Agreement with Essar

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. announced Tuesday that, effective October 5, 2015, it has terminated its Pellet Sale and Purchase Agreement with Essar Algoma.

DNR Names 17 to Mille Lacs Committee, New Point Man for Lake

The Department of Natural Resources has named 17 people to its new Mille Lacs Fisheries Advisory Committee and a new point person for the agency's efforts to revive the popular lake's struggling walleye population.

Marshall Students Researching Lester River

Students collected insects and water samples that will be analyzed to determine water quality and river eco system health.

Minnesota DNR Sharply Cuts Grants for Fighting Aquatic Weeds

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharply cutting the money it gives cities and lake groups to tackle aquatic invasive species such as Eurasian watermilfoil.

St. Louis River Alliance Hosts 20th Anniversary Fall Colors Train Ride

The group offered a scenic train ride on the Lake Superior and Mississippi railroad to view the fall colors along the St. Louis River.

Kids Get to Learn in the Outdoors Near Hayward

Thursday students in northern Wisconsin got a hands learning experience in the woods.

Environmental Group Sues Over Boat Motors in Wilderness Area

An environmental group is suing the U.S. Forest Service alleging it's allowed outfitters to run too many motorized boat trips in Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.