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A popular lake at William O'Brien State Park is empty, and it happened by accident The man-made lake had a valve "stuck open" say the Minnesota DNR, who add it could take weeks to refill

A warning ahead of the 4th of July weekend: Drunk boating is drunk driving says the DNR "If you're under the influence and operating a boat or vehicle, we will find you"

Permit Required: New law goes into effect in Minnesota next week requiring some people to have a watercraft permit Anyone born 2004 or later needs to have an permit to operate a boat or jet ski with more age restrictions coming

Smoke from Canadian wildfires eases Wednesday - but don't get used to it

Northeastern Minnesota wildfires 80% contained says Governor Walz - but weather could complicate things Hot and dry conditions are coming back to the area which the National Weather Service says could persist

Safety on boats this Memorial Day weekend is crucial with cool water temperatures Minnesota DNR is asking boaters to stay sober and make sure life jackets are close-by and worn by children

Wildfire burns north of Duluth as Minnesota continues to experience dry, hot and windy conditions

Wildfire Warning: Dry conditions coupled with temps around 90 and wind creating dangerous conditions this weekend The fire danger comes during an already busy spring with 775 wildfires covering 15,000 acres so far

Spring burning restrictions now in effect for much of central Minnesota "We have really dry conditions, especially in central and southern Minnesota," says Minnesota DNR

Good news for walleye anglers on Mille Lacs Lake after DNR loosens regulations for the entire season Two walleye can be kept over 17-inches with only one over 20-inches. Walleye season opens May 10.