Good news: Minnesota State Parks to remain open during COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota’s state parks, recreation areas, campgrounds and other public lands will remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the DNR will adjust or cancel some public events.
Minnesota’s state parks, recreation areas, campgrounds and other public lands will remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the DNR will adjust or cancel some public events.
Penguins take 'field trip' around empty Chicago aquarium closed over COVID-19 concerns
Penguins at Shedd Aquarium went on a “field trip” around the aquarium after it closed its doors for two weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Penguins at Shedd Aquarium went on a “field trip” around the aquarium after it closed its doors for two weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eaglet hatches on DNR's EagleCam for first time since 2017
If you're looking for a way to take your mind off the COVID-19 pandemic, tune into the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources EagleCam where an eaglet just hatched in the nest for the first time in three years.
If you're looking for a way to take your mind off the COVID-19 pandemic, tune into the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources EagleCam where an eaglet just hatched in the nest for the first time in three years.
DNR: 51 invasive carp captured on Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wisconsin
Fifty-one invasive carp were caught on the Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota last weekend—the largest congregation of invasive carp the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has seen this far upstream.
Fifty-one invasive carp were caught on the Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota last weekend—the largest congregation of invasive carp the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has seen this far upstream.
First Dakota County case of chronic wasting disease in wild deer
A wild deer in Dakota County tested positive for chronic wasting disease, marking the first case in the county, according to the Department of Natural Resources.
A wild deer in Dakota County tested positive for chronic wasting disease, marking the first case in the county, according to the Department of Natural Resources.
DNR: Minnesota's ice conditions are deteriorating 'rapidly'
The Department of Natural Resources issued a warning Thursday as ice conditions thin out across the state.
The Department of Natural Resources issued a warning Thursday as ice conditions thin out across the state.
6th warmest start to March in the Twin Cities
March in Minnesota has started VERY mild. Daily high temperatures have already hit the 60s, which is a solid two weeks ahead of average, and amazingly, there hasn’t been a flake of snow in sight, something that is a far cry different from the last couple of years.
March in Minnesota has started VERY mild. Daily high temperatures have already hit the 60s, which is a solid two weeks ahead of average, and amazingly, there hasn’t been a flake of snow in sight, something that is a far cry different from the last couple of years.
Minnesota's moose population remains stable - but it could be better
Minnesota's moose population remains stable, but according to the Department of Natural Resources, it could be better.
Minnesota's moose population remains stable, but according to the Department of Natural Resources, it could be better.
Students compete in drone racing in St. Louis Park, Minn.
Benilde-St. Margaret's in St. Louis Park hosting the Youth Drone Championships Saturday afternoon.
Benilde-St. Margaret's in St. Louis Park hosting the Youth Drone Championships Saturday afternoon.
How warm can we get this weekend?
That is a question that houses so much meaning as we head into what is likely to be the warmest weekend in months and could eliminate all but traces of snow left in central and southern Minnesota.
That is a question that houses so much meaning as we head into what is likely to be the warmest weekend in months and could eliminate all but traces of snow left in central and southern Minnesota.
COVID-19 more contagious than SARS or MERS, can live on surfaces for up to 9 days, studies say
Coronavirus can last up to nine days on surfaces and health officials say the infection is more contagious than SARS and MERS.
Coronavirus can last up to nine days on surfaces and health officials say the infection is more contagious than SARS and MERS.
Our longest snow cover streak in years finally melts away
Nov. 26 was the last time there was less than an inch of snow on the ground officially in the Twin Cities. That is a streak of 98 days, and that streak just ended.
Nov. 26 was the last time there was less than an inch of snow on the ground officially in the Twin Cities. That is a streak of 98 days, and that streak just ended.
Many US airlines waiving change fees – across all flights – amid coronavirus outbreak
The new policies extend to all tickets purchased, albeit between specific dates.
The new policies extend to all tickets purchased, albeit between specific dates.
Spring is already springing in the south and east
There may still be more than a foot of snow on the ground in many spots around Minnesota, but the season is already changing in the south and part of the East Coast. After one of the warmest winters on record from the Gulf Coast to the Mid Atlantic, leaves are already popping on plants and some trees. This sounds like it would be glorious, but could end in disaster for much of the vegetation in these areas if temps turn colder in the upcoming weeks.
There may still be more than a foot of snow on the ground in many spots around Minnesota, but the season is already changing in the south and part of the East Coast. After one of the warmest winters on record from the Gulf Coast to the Mid Atlantic, leaves are already popping on plants and some trees. This sounds like it would be glorious, but could end in disaster for much of the vegetation in these areas if temps turn colder in the upcoming weeks.
Bald eagle shot and killed in Arkansas; $5,000 reward offered
Wildlife officials in Arkansas are searching for the person who shot and killed a bald eagle.
Wildlife officials in Arkansas are searching for the person who shot and killed a bald eagle.
Major spring flooding is likely on many area rivers
We have now surpassed the heart of winter and are coming out the other side. The issue will now transition from the bitter Arctic cold, to the melting of every single snowflake that has fallen this winter. The North Central River Forecast Center has issued their spring flood outlook for Minnesota and the surrounding states, and it’s not good news. Deep dense snowpack can be found in many areas of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the eastern Dakotas and that sets the stage for drastically rising river levels when it finally starts to melt and then runs into area waterways.
We have now surpassed the heart of winter and are coming out the other side. The issue will now transition from the bitter Arctic cold, to the melting of every single snowflake that has fallen this winter. The North Central River Forecast Center has issued their spring flood outlook for Minnesota and the surrounding states, and it’s not good news. Deep dense snowpack can be found in many areas of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the eastern Dakotas and that sets the stage for drastically rising river levels when it finally starts to melt and then runs into area waterways.
Bitter cold in Minnesota showing up far less frequently
Coming off the heels of another Minnesota winter, it’s tough to even think about how our cold just isn’t what it used to be. But it’s true. Temperatures just don’t dip as far below zero as they used to, which I’m sure many of us are okay with.
Coming off the heels of another Minnesota winter, it’s tough to even think about how our cold just isn’t what it used to be. But it’s true. Temperatures just don’t dip as far below zero as they used to, which I’m sure many of us are okay with.
The polar vortex is the reason why this winter has been mild
The term “polar vortex” became an everyday term amongst the masses back in the winter of 2013-2014 when much of the United States was locked in a grip of a cold outbreak we hadn’t seen in decades. Suddenly, this term was associated with anything and everything cold in the Lower 48, especially in the winter.
The term “polar vortex” became an everyday term amongst the masses back in the winter of 2013-2014 when much of the United States was locked in a grip of a cold outbreak we hadn’t seen in decades. Suddenly, this term was associated with anything and everything cold in the Lower 48, especially in the winter.
Chemistry for kids: The Kitchen Pantry Scientist is out with new book of experiments inspired by famous chemists
If winter is dragging on in your home, there are still plenty of fun learning opportunities for kids of all ages. The Kitchen Pantry Scientist Liz Heinecke is out with a new book featuring famous chemists. Liz joined the Buzz to show off some of the engaging projects from her book that kids will love.
If winter is dragging on in your home, there are still plenty of fun learning opportunities for kids of all ages. The Kitchen Pantry Scientist Liz Heinecke is out with a new book featuring famous chemists. Liz joined the Buzz to show off some of the engaging projects from her book that kids will love.
Cloud over Mt. Shasta in California appears 'out of this world'
Are human beings alone in the universe? It's the question of a lifetime and no one has really been able to answer whether another intelligent life exists.
Are human beings alone in the universe? It's the question of a lifetime and no one has really been able to answer whether another intelligent life exists.