Listen: The mysterious wall that holds St. Anthony Falls in place
The Curious Minnesota podcast explores the questions being raised about a 145-year-old wall located deep beneath the Mississippi River.
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Which Indigenous tribes first called Minnesota home?
Archeologists and historians believe Native Americans have lived in Minnesota since the glaciers receded 13,000 years ago.
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Historic wildfires once destroyed entire cities in northern Minnesota. Could it happen again?
More than a century after the deadly blazes of 1894 and 1918 killed hundreds of people, wildfires continue to threaten the North Woods.
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Why do military cargo planes regularly fly in pairs over the Twin Cities?
The large aircraft with four propellers are easy to distinguish from passenger air traffic.
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Listen: Why are there so many new 5G cell antennas in some neighborhoods?
The Curious Minnesota podcast explores the evolution of cellular technology and the reason for all the new antennas.
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Twin Cities area is recycling more than ever. Why hasn't landfilling declined?
Nearly half of the metro area's waste is recycled. But a significant share continues to be buried.
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Did political shenanigans derail an effort to move Minnesota's capital?
The well-known tale about an 1850s proposal to move the capital to St. Peter has been passed down for generations.
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Are more wild animals moving into Minnesota's cities?
Drought conditions may embolden animals looking for food in the urban core.
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Listen: What do State Fair attendees want to know about Minnesota?
Fairgoers spoke to the Curious Minnesota podcast about what questions they would like to see us answer.
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Why don't farms water their crops at night?
Keeping fields properly watered is a complex challenge for Minnesota farmers — especially during this year's drought.
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Listen: What is the future of COVID-19 and the delta variant?
Reporters Jeremy Olson and Glenn Howatt join the Curious Minnesota podcast to answer reader questions about the latest phase of the pandemic.
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What did the topography of the Iron Range look like before it was mined?
The extraction of ancient iron deposits in northern Minnesota has left its mark on the region.
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Where does Twin Cities electricity come from and how is it delivered to homes?
A sophisticated network of power plants, transmission lines and regional grid operators ensures power is available when we need it.
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Is it safe to swim in Twin Cities rivers, or are they all too polluted?
Swimmers should take precautions when taking a dip in rivers and creeks that are considered impaired for recreation.
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Who controls the colorful lights in Minneapolis' night skyline?
Colorful lighting displays on downtown buildings often commemorate major holidays and events.
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How did St. Cloud get its name? It's a strange story
An inside joke in the 1850s had a lasting impact on central Minnesota's hub.
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Why is the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame located in tiny Eveleth, Minnesota?
The Iron Range attraction is one of two hockey halls of fame in North America.
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Why a slice of I-94 west of the Twin Cities is a 'candyland for researchers'
Freeway traffic near Albertville helps engineers across the country design roads that last.
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Listen: How did MSP Airport evolve from a bankrupt racetrack to an aviation hub?
Curious Minnesota podcast host Eric Roper discusses the long history of the region's airport with transportation reporter Janet Moore.
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Why is U.S. Bank Stadium in a constant state of repair?
Ongoing construction on the building includes replacing 35,000 zinc panels.
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The truth behind St. Paul's legacy as a safe haven for Prohibition gangsters
A strategy to control crime in the capital city grew into a police scandal involving some of the country's most-wanted criminals.
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Who dug the sandstone caves along St. Paul's riverfront?
The city's extensive underground spaces have been home to sand mines, mushroom farms and even nightclubs.
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Did modern Minnesota roads evolve from Native American trails?
Some routes have been providing passage since long before the introduction of paved roads.
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