A Bayfield County Circuit Court judge has reaffirmed the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ permits for the Line 5 Relocation, aligning with a prior decision by a state Administrative Law Judge. This latest legal endorsement underscores the continuing judicial support for the pipeline project’s permits.

A new report from the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners highlights the urgent need for expanded natural gas infrastructure and storage to bolster America’s electric grid reliability. Facing mounting energy demands and the specter of severe winter storms, NARUC offers nine recommendations to enhance coordination between gas and power sectors.