Mining & Environmental News

Water Emergency on BWCA Leaves One Dead

ST. LOUIS COUNTY.--  The St. Louis County sheriff's deputies responded to a water emergency on trout lake in the BWCA Monday afternoon at 2:20 p.m. Due to poor cell phone service, it took authorities longer to find out a 51-year-old…

Duluth Experiencing a Camping Supplies Shortage

DULUTH, Minn.-- It's getting warmer outside and people want to get out and enjoy it, but some outdoor stores are having trouble keeping up with the demand. Frost River in Duluth has experienced the frustrations…

MN Supreme Court Decision Delays PolyMet Mine

ST. PAUL, Minn.-- The Minnesota Supreme Court made a major ruling on Wednesday, which could have a big impact on the future of the proposed $1 billion PolyMet copper-nickel mine near Hoyt Lakes. The justices…