drinking water
Prosecutors say the original criminal investigation into Flint's drinking water scandal was compromised by a failure to pursue all available evidence.
Traces Of Cocaine, Pesticides Detected In U.K. Shrimp
Scientists collected freshwater shrimp at 15 locations in Suffolk. Shrimp from all of the sites were found to have detectable amounts of cocaine, and many had other drugs or pesticides.
As Greensboro Updates Filtration System, EPA Tightens Regulations On Toxic Chemicals
The City of Greensboro is moving forward with upgrades at one of its major water treatment plants.
Puerto Rico's Tap Water Often Goes Untested, Raising Fears About Lead Contamination
People in Puerto Rico don't trust the water supply, and with good reason. Local systems aren't adequately tested for contaminants, including lead.
Guilford County School Officials Want Lawmakers To Support Lead Testing
The Guilford County School system plans to ask lawmakers for help with lead testing in their buildings.
Detroit's Public School District Shuts Off Drinking Water, Citing Lead, Copper Risk
Two-thirds of the district's buildings in an early test had problematic levels of lead or copper. The supplier says the water isn't the problem — it's the schools' old plumbing.
After Lead Found In Water, Guilford County School District Adds More Safety Measures
Guilford County School officials have a new plan to address concerns over high levels of lead found in drinking water at some buildings.
NC Researchers To Begin Testing For Gen X, Other Potential Toxins In Water And Air
Beginning next month, a team of more than 20 university researchers from across the state will begin sampling municipal water and air samples for potentially toxic compounds. It's part of a project
Which Water Is Best For Health? Hint: Don't Discount The Tap
Scientists weigh in on whether Americans really need to pay for alkalinized, mineralized, or purified water from filters or bottles.
Greensboro Looks For Ways To Reduce Potentially Harmful Chemicals In Drinking Water
Leaders in Greensboro are looking at ways to reduce some potentially harmful chemicals in the city's drinking water.