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Researchers: Invasive Mussels Not Widespread In Apostle Islands Of Lake Superior

September 7, 2018 - 7:00pm

Invasive zebra and quagga mussels don’t appear to be very widespread in the Apostle Islands of Lake Superior. The preliminary findings are part of a two-year study to determine the extent of their numbers and where they originated.

Repairs On U.S. Highway 2 Complete

September 7, 2018 - 10:00am

Repairs on U.S. Highway 2 are complete after June flooding washed out a segment of the road near Ino.

Runoff At Foxconn Site Raises Concerns About Stormwater Management

September 7, 2018 - 5:35am

Like many areas in the state, Monday's heavy rain caused problems at the Foxconn construction site in the Village of Mount Pleasant. Runoff from the site poured into the Pike River, captured on video by a local activist.

Below-Average Season Expected For Wild Rice

September 6, 2018 - 6:30am

The Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission is forecasting another below average year for wild rice in northern Wisconsin.

Minnesota Department Of Commerce Says Enbridge Insurance Coverage Is Lacking

September 4, 2018 - 5:50pm

The Minnesota Department of Commerce says energy firm Enbridge does not have adequate insurance to protect the public from damages related to crude oil spills.

Wisconsin Tourism Industry Hit By Heavy Rainfall, Flooding

September 4, 2018 - 5:00am

Recent heavy rains and flooding in some part of the state have hurt Wisconsin's tourism industry during its peak season, according to the state Department of Tourism.

Superior Residents File Class Action Lawsuit Against Husky Energy

September 3, 2018 - 9:20am

A class action lawsuit has been filed in federal court against Husky Energy in response to an explosion and series of fires at the company's Superior oil refinery in April that caused a temporary evacuation of the city and prompted 36 people to seek medical care.

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Researchers: Invasive Mussels Not Widespread In Apostle Islands Of Lake Superior

Repairs On U.S. Highway 2 Complete

Runoff At Foxconn Site Raises Concerns About Stormwater Management

Below-Average Season Expected For Wild Rice

Minnesota Department Of Commerce Says Enbridge Insurance Coverage Is Lacking

Wisconsin Tourism Industry Hit By Heavy Rainfall, Flooding

Superior Residents File Class Action Lawsuit Against Husky Energy

4 Dead In Kayaking Accident On Lake Superior

Wisconsin DNR To Relocate 300 Ruffed Grouse To Missouri

Groups Challenge Coast Guard's Michigan Spill Response Plan

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