Local
DNR speeds up tamarack timber auctions as beetle decimates state's stands
If the mature tamaracks can be cleared before they are overwhelmed by the eastern larch beetle, younger saplings and other tree species can start to grow up to replace them.
Science
A year out, political texts are lighting up Minnesotans' cellphones
Campaign strategists say the approach is efficient, inexpensive and necessary.
Local
Minn. schools embrace iPads, laptops — and hope they're readying students for future
Minnesota districts have invested millions to put tablets, laptops in the hands of every student, but there is debate on the effect on academic success.
Science
Map of hypertension hot spots in Minnesota reveals surprises
As many as three in 10 Minnesotans have had the condition diagnosed, and many more have it without knowing it.
Science
Study: People exposed to violence end up isolated, lonely
Another study revealed data that connected hypervigilance among urban residents affected by community and police violence with chronic health conditions.
Business
Instagram will remove 'likes' from posts for some U.S. users
The test, which begins next week, looks to decrease competitive pressure among people on the photo-sharing service.
Minneapolis
Study: U.S. Bank Stadium in top 4 downtown Mpls. buildings in bird deaths
The stadium and three unidentified high-rises were involved in 74% of bird collisions and 68% of bird fatalities at downtown buildings.
East Metro
Minnesota's showdown with Water Gremlin intensifies
As cleanup of lead contamination continues, regulators accuse manufacturer of multiple pollution violations.
Minneapolis
Claim of pesticide dumping near Lake Harriet being investigated
Hundreds of park visitors, volunteers and wildlife were potentially exposed to the pesticides around Lake Harriet, including a frog discovered with mutations.
Science
In fast-thawing Siberia, radical climate change is warping the Earth beneath the feet of millions
For the 5.4 million people who live in Russia's permafrost zone, the new climate has disrupted their homes and their livelihoods.
Science
Organ donation process may not be what you think
Inquiry finds procurement companies have delayed autopsies, compromised investigations to harvest body parts.
Science
Mayo studying why some patients suffer complications after bariatric surgery
As many as 36% of patients regain weight within five years of their procedure, and as many as 70% suffer complications.
Science
Study: If you have heart disease, here's how much you should sleep to prevent early death
Short sleep duration can be used to predict long-term health outcomes, researchers found.
Variety
What most Americans don't know about online security could hurt them
Users are grappling with the issues as social media giants have been rocked by privacy scandals.
Local
New crop of bugs threatens Minnesota's orchards, fields
Warming winters, longer growing seasons and wetter weather all make Minnesota more hospitable to the invasive pests.
Local
Federal authorities struggle to counter 'sextortion' trend
The devastating threats are on the rise, and the crimes difficult to police.
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