A Cincinnati group thinks the Ohio River should have rights

Julie GrantApril 19, 2023

The "rights of nature" campaign would let voters decide in the fall if the Ohio River should have a right to thrive and exist on its own.

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The Ohio River ranks 2nd on America’s most endangered list, according to conservation group

Kara HolsoppleApril 18, 2023

Legacy industrial pollution, petrochemical production, and climate change are some of the reasons for the designation.

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Paddling 300 Miles to Protect the Waters of Ohi:yo’, the ‘Good River’

Ryan LoewAugust 4, 2022

For degawëno:da’s, paddling the length of the Allegheny River over four months was to be a “witness to the raw element of the natural world.”

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Surveying the Ohio River for plastic nurdles, as Shell readies to open cracker

Julie GrantJune 10, 2022

Activists have teamed up with local scientists to find out how many pellets are in the river now, to know if the plant spills any after it opens.

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River advocates call for removing old dams more quickly

Kara HolsoppleMarch 4, 2022

A new report by American Rivers says aging dams that no longer serve a purpose harm the health of rivers and put people and communities in danger.

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Pittsburgh snagged nearly 1/3 of infrastructure bill’s funding for inland waterways

Margaret J. KraussJanuary 21, 2022

The money will go toward overhauling the Montgomery Locks and Dam along the upper Ohio River. It has about a 50% chance of failure by 2028 unless repairs are made.

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Why dragonflies found in the Ohio River could mean good news for the industrial waterway

Kara HolsoppleDecember 24, 2021

Dragonfly and damselfly larvae found in the Ohio River surprised researchers. Aquatic insects are indicators of ecosystem health.

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‘Unbuilding’: What Might Happen if Dams are Removed in the Ohio River Watershed

Julie GrantOctober 29, 2021

Removing small unused dams improves safety and fish habitat, but not everyone is on board.

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Air advocates have targeted a Neville Island metal recycler for years. Now, the feds have stepped in

Andy KubisOctober 21, 2021

US EPA determined that Metalico is a major source of air pollution. Neighbors and air activists have been complaining about odors and pollution for years.

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Brownfields to Green Destinations: The History of Pittsburgh’s Riverfront Trails

Katie BlackleyJuly 14, 2021

Cleaning up Pittsburgh's riverfronts and creating an extensive trail system has taken decades. Today, they're a tourist destination.

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