Minnesota’s 2026 Climate Action Framework outlined
An updated Climate Action Framework outlined by state lawmakers on Wednesday provided progress on the plan that has since created 40 laws and programs, while providing more $1 billion of state funding to address the needs surrounding climate change.
An updated Climate Action Framework outlined by state lawmakers on Wednesday provided progress on the plan that has since created 40 laws and programs, while providing more $1 billion of state funding to address the needs surrounding climate change.
Controversial weed killer dicamba approved for some GMO crops: What to know
The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.
The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.
Florida man’s morning commute halted by bear wandering through his yard
A Florida man’s morning work commute was delayed after he was greeted by a black bear strolling across his front yard.
A Florida man’s morning work commute was delayed after he was greeted by a black bear strolling across his front yard.
MN Boundary Waters: US House revokes mining ban in Superior National Forest, vote moves to Senate
Lawmakers at the U.S. House of Representatives voted to lift a federal ban on mining in the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, setting up another vote in the Republican-controlled Senate.
Lawmakers at the U.S. House of Representatives voted to lift a federal ban on mining in the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, setting up another vote in the Republican-controlled Senate.
Researchers validate new method of cleaning PFAS from groundwater
Groundbreaking research coming out of the University of Minnesota for removing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from groundwater.
Groundbreaking research coming out of the University of Minnesota for removing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from groundwater.
Breakthrough U of M research on PFAS
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have a break through in how to clean PFAS. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have a break through in how to clean PFAS. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Minnesota winter: Salt threatens waterways, alternatives urged
As winter storms approach, Minnesotans are reminded of the environmental impact of using salt for de-icing their sidewalks and driveways.
As winter storms approach, Minnesotans are reminded of the environmental impact of using salt for de-icing their sidewalks and driveways.
Oversalting is bad for the environment: What's the right amount for sidewalks and driveways?
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is once again warning homeowners not to overdo it when it comes to salting their driveways and sidewalks during the winter. When it comes to salt, a little goes a long way. Here are their recommendations.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is once again warning homeowners not to overdo it when it comes to salting their driveways and sidewalks during the winter. When it comes to salt, a little goes a long way. Here are their recommendations.
New USDA website centralizes info in fight against New World screwworm parasite threatening U.S. livestock
The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new website to centralize federal agencies as they work together to protect livestock, wildlife, and the public’s health against the New World screwworm parasite.
The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new website to centralize federal agencies as they work together to protect livestock, wildlife, and the public’s health against the New World screwworm parasite.
What to know for America Recycles Day this weekend
FOX 9's Se Kwon spoke to a Dem-Con facilities manager in Shakopee to discuss what Americans need to know about recycling.
FOX 9's Se Kwon spoke to a Dem-Con facilities manager in Shakopee to discuss what Americans need to know about recycling.
Going for Gold: Geologist finds flecks of treasure in the metro
Lucas Lundgren is a geologist by trade, but in his free time he pans for gold across the Midwest. He calls himself 'Glacial Gold Hunter', and he's created quite a following on YouTube and Instagram.
Lucas Lundgren is a geologist by trade, but in his free time he pans for gold across the Midwest. He calls himself 'Glacial Gold Hunter', and he's created quite a following on YouTube and Instagram.
Mosquitoes found in Iceland for the first time, leaving only one mosquito-free spot on Earth
If you want to visit a place with no mosquitoes, you’ll have to go south – far south.
If you want to visit a place with no mosquitoes, you’ll have to go south – far south.
These US cities face the greatest severe weather threats, data shows
More than one in four U.S. homes—representing $12.7 trillion in real estate value—are now exposed to severe or extreme climate risks, according to a new Realtor.cm report.
More than one in four U.S. homes—representing $12.7 trillion in real estate value—are now exposed to severe or extreme climate risks, according to a new Realtor.cm report.
These states rank as the most energy-efficient in 2025, data shows
Managing daily energy usage can help the environment and save you money on household utility costs, and a new report shows the states that stand out with their effectiveness using less energy.
Managing daily energy usage can help the environment and save you money on household utility costs, and a new report shows the states that stand out with their effectiveness using less energy.
Minnesota launches drinking water action plan
The Minnesota Department of Health announced a new initiative to deal with contaminants in the drinking water such as nitrates and PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances).
The Minnesota Department of Health announced a new initiative to deal with contaminants in the drinking water such as nitrates and PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances).
These are the greenest cities in the U.S. in 2025, data shows
A new report highlights cities that perform a lot of environmentally friendly practices to preserve the planet, and here’s where your area ranks.
A new report highlights cities that perform a lot of environmentally friendly practices to preserve the planet, and here’s where your area ranks.
Electric vehicle tax credit expiring at the end of September
The federal tax credit for electric vehicles will expire on Sept. 30 after President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" goes into effect in October.
The federal tax credit for electric vehicles will expire on Sept. 30 after President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" goes into effect in October.
Orono man's app inspiring people to pick up litter
An Orono man has found a unique way to motivate people to pick up litter while they?re out for a leisurely stroll. FOX 9?s Maury Glover has the story.
An Orono man has found a unique way to motivate people to pick up litter while they?re out for a leisurely stroll. FOX 9?s Maury Glover has the story.
Orono app developer making great strides in cleaning up litter
Going for regular walks can be good for your health, but they can also be an exercise in civic engagement.
Going for regular walks can be good for your health, but they can also be an exercise in civic engagement.
Flooding forces wastewater in Waseca lakes
After heavy rainfall, flooding pushed wastewater into lakes in Waseca, causing beaches to be closed. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
After heavy rainfall, flooding pushed wastewater into lakes in Waseca, causing beaches to be closed. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.