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Bad River Band Fights Line 5 Reroute Threats

5/16/2025

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The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa passionately opposed Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute, warning it jeopardizes vital water quality and cultural heritage. This project threatens over 200 waterways and disrupts essential wetlands for wild rice harvesting. Together with environmental groups, they are fighting state permits, highlighting the looming dangers of contamination and oil spills.

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Story summary

The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa passionately opposed Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute, warning it jeopardizes vital water quality and cultural heritage. This project threatens over 200 waterways and disrupts essential wetlands for wild rice harvesting. Together with environmental groups, they are fighting state permits, highlighting the looming dangers of contamination and oil spills.