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State Says Pittsburgh Must Do More to Get the Lead Out

Kara Holsopple·July 15, 2016

After tests showed lead levels exceeding federal limits, the state is requiring Pittsburgh to replace its old lead water pipes. But just how much that will cost and how long it will take is anybody's guess.

Pollution Water

Close up of water coming out of a drinking water foundation

The Everyday Environmental Hazards Lurking in PA’s Schools

Kara Holsopple·May 13, 2016

Every day, one in six Americans sets foot in a school building. And there are dozens of environmental hazards waiting for us that we could be doing more to fix.

Health Pollution

Location of Lead Water Pipes Is Often Anybody’s Guess

Irina Zhorov·March 25, 2016

The bad news: Authorities estimate there are tens of thousands of lead water pipes in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Even worse, no one knows exactly where they are.

Health

Meet the Investigative Reporter Who Broke the Flint Lead Story

Kara Holsopple·March 18, 2016

While the state was trying to reassure residents that their lead-tainted water was safe, ACLU reporter Curt Guyette started digging deeper and uncovered an epic environmental tragedy.

Environmental Justice Water

Lead Detected in Pittsburgh’s Drinking Water on the Rise Since 1999

Public Source·March 7, 2016

The city is in compliance with federal guidelines, but lead levels detected in Pittsburgh’s drinking water in 2013 were just shy of a federal limit that prompts major corrective action.

Water

Why Aren’t More Kids Tested for Lead?

Kara Holsopple·March 4, 2016

Despite the well-known risks of lead toxicity, it’s still not mandated that all children be tested for lead in Pennsylvania.

Health

If Lead Paint Was Banned 40 Years Ago, Why Is It Still a Problem?

Eleanor Klibanoff·March 4, 2016

Lead was banned as an ingredient in paint in 1978. But many Pennsylvanians are still living in homes containing lead paint.

Health

Study Shows Lead Exposure May Impact Several Generations

Rebecca Williams·January 29, 2016

Scientists have known for a long time that even low levels of lead can cause neurological problems in children. But a new study shows those impacts may be felt for generations.

Health Water

Lead-Tainted Water Has a Long History in the U.S.

Kara Holsopple·January 29, 2016

Back in the early 20th century, lead was considered the "Cadillac" of materials when it came to water pipes. And many cities are still dealing with the harmful impacts of lead's legacy.

Health Water

Residents of Sebring, Ohio have been picking up bottled water after they learned some homes were found to have elevated levels of lead in their drinking water. Public officials knew months ago. But the community wasn’t officially informed until January 21. Photo: Julie Grant

In an Ohio Town, Officials Waited Months to Disclose Dangerous Lead Levels

Julie Grant·January 29, 2016

Residents of Sebring, Ohio recently learned that officials failed to notify them of dangerous levels of lead in their water supply.

Health Water

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State Says Pittsburgh Must Do More to Get the Lead Out

The Everyday Environmental Hazards Lurking in PA’s Schools

Location of Lead Water Pipes Is Often Anybody’s Guess

Meet the Investigative Reporter Who Broke the Flint Lead Story

Lead Detected in Pittsburgh’s Drinking Water on the Rise Since 1999

Why Aren’t More Kids Tested for Lead?

If Lead Paint Was Banned 40 Years Ago, Why Is It Still a Problem?

Study Shows Lead Exposure May Impact Several Generations

Lead-Tainted Water Has a Long History in the U.S.

In an Ohio Town, Officials Waited Months to Disclose Dangerous Lead Levels