AP analysis: Steel tariffs waived even with tough trade talk
President Donald Trump talks tough on trade yet his administration granted hundreds of companies permission to import millions of tons of steel made in China, Japan and other countries without
AP analysis: Steel tariffs waived even with tough trade talk
President Donald Trump talks tough on trade yet his administration granted hundreds of companies permission to import millions of tons of steel made in China, Japan and other countries without paying a hefty tariff.
Cleveland-Cliffs to invest $40 million to complete upgrade at Northshore Mine
CLEVELAND, OH — Cleveland-Cliffs is reporting its 4th Quarter and year-end results for 2018, and the mining company’s Chairman, President and CEO said the last year
Federal judge lifts hold on lawsuits against PolyMet mine
A federal judge in Minnesota has lifted a hold that had been placed on four lawsuits challenging the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota.
Eye on Mining: Exclusive interview with PolyMet CEO and President
In this week’s Eye on Mining, CBS 3’s Kristen Vake sits down with PolyMet President and CEO Jon Cherry for an exclusive interview.
Comment period extended for Twin Metals leases
The public comment period on federal mineral leases for Twin Metals Minnesota has been extended through January 30, 2019, according to the Bureau of Land
Eye On Mining: PolyMet responds to environmental group appeals
On Tuesday a number of environmental groups appealed the air and water permits that have been approved for the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine. The groups
Key Democrat wants answers from EPA on Minnesota mine plan
An influential Democratic congresswoman wants to know why the Environmental Protection Agency opted against filing formal comments with state regulators when they considered whether to issue a key permit for the PolyMet copper-nickel mine in Minnesota.
Stauber introduces legislation to codify PolyMet, U.S. Forest Service land exchange
8th Congressional District Congressman Pete Stauber has introduced his first piece of legislation, which would move Polymet another step closer to “responsibly developing the NorthMet ore body in Northeast Minnesota.”
Eye On Mining: Gov. Walz talks copper-nickel mining
Follow the Science. That’s what Minnesota’s newest Governor Tim Walz has to say about the future of Copper-Nickel mining in Minnesota.
ArcelorMittal to assume management of Hibbing Taconite
Global iron ore producer ArcelorMittal says no changes in employment, production or operations are expected when it assumes the role as managing partner for Hibbing Taconite later this year.
Politicians, organizations release statements on PolyMet permits
Organizations across the state are sounding off about the MPCA issuing the final state permits for the proposed PolyMet project in Northeast Minnesota.
Bureau of Land Management proposes to renew hard rock mineral leases in Superior National Forest
An Environmental Assessment has been released by the Bureau of Land Management to analyze the potential effects of renewing hardrock mineral leases in the Superior National Forest.
UPDATE: MPCA issues final state air and water permits for Polymet project
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is set to make a statement Thursday morning on the environmental permits for PolyMet’s NorthMet mining project.
Hundreds gather for PolyMet community celebration
PolyMet held an open house Wednesday night to give the community an update on plans for what they hope will be Minnesota’s first copper-nickel mine.
CBS 3 FORECAST
Clearing & cooling to start the weekend
We are finally looking at a nice stretch of calm weather after a pretty active weather pattern.
