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Mild winter prompts dangerous black ice on roadways

Jan 28, 2022 06:04AM ● By Editor

Black ice is just as dangerous as snow covered roads. Local officer gives tips on how to drive on black ice and how it forms. By Bo Fogal from KBJR-TV - January 27, 2022

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County Connections: Test your home for radon! Cook County has free short-term test kits

Jan 28, 2022 05:21AM ● By Editor

By Mitch Everson, Cook County Environmental Health Officer from Cook County MN - January 28, 2022

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FEMA seeks teen leaders for National Youth Preparedness Council

Jan 26, 2022 11:14AM ● By Editor

From the Federal Emergency Management Agency - January 25, 2022

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Video: Experts weigh in on how, when to wash and reuse N95, KN95 masks

Jan 23, 2022 07:12AM ● By Editor

Scientists say both N95s and KN95s not only have a denser weave able to filter out 95% of airborne particles — hence the name — but they're also made from a plastic material called polypropylene that has an embedded electric charge. By Rich Reeve of KSTP-TV - January 21, 2022

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Red Wing police warn of scammers impersonating detectives

Jan 22, 2022 06:56AM ● By Editor

Police in Red Wing are warning residents of scammers who are impersonating detectives and demanding money. By Josh Skluzacek from KSTP-TV • January 21, 2022

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Tips for preventing cold weather car theft

Jan 21, 2022 06:19AM ● By Editor

While some might think it's harmless to start your car early to avoid the cold, drivers should never leave their vehicle unattended. By Mariam Mackar from WDIO-TV - January 19, 2022

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Voting begins in MnDOT’s 2022 "Name a Snowplow" contest

Jan 19, 2022 01:00PM ● By Editor

From the Minnesota Department of Transportation - January 19, 2022

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Carlton County’s K-9 Deputy Roman retires after 7 years of service

Jan 18, 2022 05:20AM ● By Editor

From KBJR-TV - January 17, 2022

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Science of snow: Meteorologist explains perils of winter driving

Jan 17, 2022 04:49AM ● By Editor

Meteorologists say a small dusting, combined with any number of four specific factors, can cause a more dangerous snow event for drivers than a blizzard. By Gordon Severson of KARE 11 News - January 17, 2022

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Video: Water emergency calls up 56% in Duluth

Jan 16, 2022 06:35AM ● By Editor

The Duluth Fire Department saw a 56% increase in water emergencies last year. There were 39, and that includes both ice and water. By Renee Passal from WDIO-TV - January 15, 2022

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