(MNN)-The Minnesota Department of Health is rolling out new fish consumption guidelines aimed at reducing exposure to mercury and other contaminants. For the first time, the state is adding fish-length recommendations, encouraging anglers to eat smaller walleye and northern pike. In most waters, MDH recommends limiting walleye under 20 inches to one serving a month and avoiding northern pike longer than 28 inches. Stricter limits apply in northeast Minnesota. New PFAS warnings are also in place for the Vermillion River.
Bear Hunt Lottery Applications Now Being Accepted
(MNN)-Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 1st, to apply for a 2026 bear hunting license through the DNR. Applications can be submitted online, by phone, or at any license agent. Hunters may also apply for preference only, earning a point ...
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Judge rules against Gull Lake owner over helicopter use
Twin Cities CEO Doug Schieffer has been fighting with the city of East Gull Lake over whether he can take off, land and store his helicopter on his property. The city says that under its zoning ordinances, those activities constitute an "airport...
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China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested
China is stepping up its diplomacy as the Iran war drags on
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