Court lifts injunction on Minneapolis 2040 plan
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has lifted an injunction that had blocked parts of Minneapolis' 2040 plan from moving forward.
USDA updates its 2024 Plant Hardiness Map: Find out what planting zone you live in
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
Minnesota braces for mosquito season amidst rainy spring
This time of year in the land of 10,000 lakes, fishing season and boating season also means mosquito season.
Mosquito control efforts underway in MN
Mosquito season is upon us, and the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District is preparing for a busy spring of keeping mosquitos under control. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest.
Top US national parks to visit with kids revealed
With 63 U.S. national parks spread across 30 states and two overseas territories, it can be tough to decide which one to visit.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
MPCA to sample entire Minnesota portion of Mississippi River for pollutants
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) announced on Monday they will be monitoring the water quality throughout the Mississippi River in Minnesota.
‘Pay now, save later’ electronics recycling bill falters in Minnesota
Minnesota is recycling only about 20% of its electronics and even at popular recycling events, people are sometimes hit with sticker shock when they get to the end of the line and find out it’ll cost them.
How to conduct Earth Day 'trash audit'
Earth Day has many reexamining the amount of waste generated in their households. While a zero-waste lifestyle sounds challenging for some, experts from The Tare Market in Minneapolis suggest starting with a trash audit. Amber Haukedahl, owner and founder of The Tare Market, joined the Fox 9 Morning News on Earth Day Eve to share some easy changes that can make a big difference.
Starbucks says new cold drink cups are made with less plastic
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Which states are the greenest? Report ranks most eco-friendly places in US
A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.
22 Minnesota communities impacted by new PFAS drinking water limits
The Environmental Protection Agency announced today the first ever nationwide standard for PFAS chemicals in the country’s drinking water. It’s a move that the White House says will save tens of thousands of lives.
PFAS: EPA imposes first-ever limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
Minneapolis receives $4M from EPA for recycling program
The EPA is set to meet with MPCA commissioner Katrina Kessler and Mayor Jacob Frey on Tuesday morning to highlight the $4 million grant and its impact on increasing recycling capacity and equity in Minneapolis.
Food Scraps Pickup Program expands in Washington, Ramsey counties
A new way to recycle food scraps into compost from home might be coming to a city near you.
Liquid nitrogen fertilizer spill kills nearly 750,000 fish in Iowa river, officials say
About 265,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen fertilizer was released into the river.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
Residents seek answers on plant lead emissions
The Anoka Federal Ammunition plant was the subject of a Wednesday community meeting where residents demanded to know if the plant was creating a hazardous environment.