Given its length, it’s little wonder that the weather along the Mississippi can vary pretty dramatically. To truly understand when it’s best to sail, it helps to break the river down into distinct ...

LANSING, Iowa (KCRG) - Construction crews are making major progress on the Mississippi River Bridge in Lansing. According to a Facebook post, the Wisconsin side of the new bridge now has a concrete ...

University of Minnesota researchers say using nature instead of concrete is best for controlling Mississippi River flooding ...

Nitrates, fecal bacteria, sediment and other pollutants in the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers threaten safe drinking water for ...

Asian carp have reached the mouth of the Root River. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported Tuesday that invasive carp fitted with acoustic tags were located at the confluence of ...

According to the North Central River Forecast Center in Chanhassen, Minnesota, the Mississippi River at Rock Island is expected to reach its 15-foot flood stage by 1 p.m. Wednesday.

It's been 125 years since Interstate State Park opened, followed by 49 others that have helped preserve views and provide ...

The Great River Road in Iowa offers 328 miles of stunning views along the Mississippi, featuring bluffs, charming towns, and ...