‘We Got Us’ March Demands ‘ICE OUT’ and Action From New Mexico State Legislation
More than 1,500 people gathered in Santa Fe on January 20 to march to the state capitol on the opening day of this year's legislative session and call for "ICE out."
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Rally to Ban Artificial Turf with Toxic PFAS in Philadelphia City Properties
Philadelphia, PA — Several community and environmental groups rallied outside of City Hall Thursday morning to demand the City Council “ban artificial turf installation on city property including parks and recreation centers.” The leading concern is that artificial turf almost always contains toxic PFAS “forever…
Minneapolis Polluter Smith Foundry Will Cease East Phillips Operation August 15
A century-old metal foundry will close this month, bringing relief to residents after years of pollution concerns. Smith Foundry announced it will cease all operations by August 15. This decision follows a settlement with the EPA and an $80,000 fine.
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Indigenous Human Rights Hearing in DC Scrutinizes Uranium Industry
Washington, D.C. — Members of multiple Indigenous tribes testified on February 28, 2024 during a thematic hearing on the impacts of uranium exploitation on the human rights of Indigenous peoples in the United States. The hearing was held by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights…
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Acrylate Water Safety Emergency Hits Philly; Residents Scramble for Bottled Water
Philadelphia, PA — A warm and sunny Sunday afternoon was suddenly interrupted by an emergency phone alert: Philadelphia authorities warned the city water supply could be endangered and everyone should cease using drinking water after 2 p.m. Eastern time. Within minutes, people headed to grocery,…
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‘Like the Doors of Hell Were Open’: East Palestine Train Disaster Casts Toxic Cloud Over Future of OH/PA Region
Vinyl Chloride & Byproducts like Phosgene Risk Damaging Wide Area