An ecologist shares how high waters and extreme weather is affecting the Mississippi River in Wisconsin and elsewhere. Then, we take a closer look at the risk migrants face trying to get into the United States.
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Study details a changing Mississippi River
High waters and prolonged flooding are changing the altering the Upper Mississippi’s ecosystem, according to a report compiling more than 25 years of data. We speak with a research ecologist about what the results of the study mean for the river and surrounding area.
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The risks migrants face
On Monday, 46 migrants were found dead in and around an abandoned tractor-trailer in Texas. An immigration expert explains the dangers Central Americans face when they come into the U.S. illegally.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Kristen Bouska Guest
- Sara McKinnon Guest
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