Minnesota lawmakers attempt to stop Superior National Forest mining study
The bipartisan effort was met by bipartisan opposition as Congress wrestled with proposal to withdraw lands in the wilderness watershed from mineral exploration.
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Mondale calls for protection of Boundary Waters from mining
Lifelong statesman and environmentalist argues canoe country is too precious to risk polluting with mine runoff.
Three more days to comment on proposal to block mining near the Boundary Waters
Communications error results in extension of deadline to weigh in on withdrawing public lands from mining next to the wilderness.
Coalition calls for nearly a billion dollar ‘damage deposit’ from PolyMet
Expert says mining company based its cost estimates on faulty assumptions that minimize the risks to taxpayers.
Rep. Emmer introduces bill to override mining barriers near Boundary Waters
Legislation would reverse Forest Service proposal to block mines upstream of the wilderness.
Minnesota members of Congress push PolyMet land exchange
Legislation would let mining company acquire public land despite claims that it’s a bad deal for taxpayers.
Officials confirm northern Minnesota mining study will proceed
The Trump administration says it will not reverse plans for comprehensive review of risks of mining near the Boundary Waters.
Pair of polls show most Minnesotans don’t want new mines near the Boundary Waters
Phone surveys found broad concern about mine pollution contaminating the wilderness.
Hearing in Duluth Will Offer Opportunity for Public Input on Mining
Event on Thursday will give citizens the chance to speak up about proposal to halt mining on lands near the Boundary Waters.
Twin Metals Owner Revealed as Ivanka Trump’s Washington, D.C. Landlord
Chilean billionaire suing to advance a proposed mine next to the Boundary Waters also owns the first daughter’s house.
Business coalition calls for Boundary Waters protection
Two hundred business large and small have signed on to a new campaign to protect canoe country and its economic benefits.
Reps. Nolan and McCollum Spar Over Twin Metals
Northern Minnesota representative criticized for asking Trump to overturn Obama mining decision.
Minnesota GOP Official Asks President to Reverse Twin Metals Decision
Rep. Kurt Daudt sent a letter to President Trump asking him to overturn Obama actions on mining near the Boundary Waters.
Public Input Requested on Move to Block Mining Near the Boundary Waters
Federal agencies are now accepting feedback on a proposal to prohibit mining in wilderness watershed.
Forest Service Agrees to Trade Land with PolyMet
Federal government plans to give the company 6,500 acres for its mine in exchange for lands elsewhere on the National Forest.
Minnesota Governor Says Twin Metals Mine Rejection Could Be Reversed
Next president could overturn a recent ruling against the proposed mine on the Superior National Forest.
Watch: Short Film Documents Freemans’ Year in the Boundary Waters
‘Bear Witness” visits the adventurers throughout their journey to share and protect canoe country wilderness.
Federal Government Cancels Twin Metals Mineral Leases
Decision may be fatal for copper-nickel mine proposal upstream of the Boundary Waters and mark the beginning of long-term protection of the wilderness watershed.
Doctors Speak Up About Health Risks of Northern Minnesota Mine Proposals
A group of physicians from Duluth and across northeastern Minnesota have written an article about the potential human health impacts of sulfide-ore mining in the state. Article explains how Twin Metals and PolyMet could expose people to contaminants, and how doctors could help.
PolyMet Applies for Key Mining Permit
Mining company submits long-awaited application to mine copper, nickel and other metals on the Superior National Forest.