In Minnesota, Families Blame Farm Nutrient Contamination On Heavy Cancer Toll

Four families, 12 cancer cases, 7 deaths.

Chicago Suburbs, Running Out of Water, Will Tap Lake Michigan

America’s groundwater is now running dry where water is abundant.

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In Minnesota, Families Blame Farm Nutrient Contamination On Heavy Cancer Toll

Four families, 12 cancer cases, 7 deaths.

Chicago Suburbs, Running Out of Water, Will Tap Lake Michigan

America’s groundwater is now running dry where water is abundant.

‘Water Is Us’: New Book Offers Blueprint for Sustainable Water Future

The Three Ages of Water looks back at history to write a prescription for tomorrow.

The Water Transition: A Conversation with Author Peter Gleick

Discussing the past and future of water.

Benton Harbor: Safe Water Is Still a Luxury

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Lead pipes replaced but residents struggle with high water bills By…

Illinois is Losing Water

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Leaky pipes must be replaced. But where to get the money? By…
The European frog-bit looks like a little lily pad and lives in shallow waters. Image: Shelby Bauer, Huron Pines

Control for Frog-bit and Water Soldiers

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New strategy for limiting the spread of exotic water plants…

Streams of Migration – Special Frontline Report

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As droughts wither crops and water insecurity disrupts political…

Minnesota Tribe Sets Enforceable Rules To Safeguard Wild Rice and Water Supply

Ineffective voluntary pollution prevention practices are set aside for mandatory regulation.