lead levels
The EPA says lead in Flint’s water is at acceptable levels. Residents still have concerns about its safety.
U.S.
Amanda Smith
The Environmental Protection Agency says lead in the water in Flint, Michigan, is lower than federal safety limits specify. It’s been a ...
Two-thirds of young children in Chicago are exposed to dangerous lead levels in water, study finds
Science
Dr. Sarah Adams
More than two-thirds of children under the age of 6 in Chicago may be exposed to lead-contaminated water, a new study finds. ...
What to know about lead in food amid the WanaBana recall — and how to keep kids safe
LifeStyle
Olivia Martin
A nationwide recall of WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree linked to dozens of cases of lead poisoning has renewed concerns about the ...
Biden administration proposes biggest changes to lead pipe rules in more than three decades
Politics
Amanda Smith
Most U.S. cities would have to replace lead water pipes within 10 years under strict new rules proposed by the Environmental Protection ...