A weeks-long string of daily increases in the number of COVID-19 patients in London hospital ended Wednesday as the number dropped, one of a few optimistic new figures. Read More
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From lead pipes to PFAS, drinking water contamination is a major issue plaguing cities and towns all around the Great Lakes. Cleaning up contaminants and providing safe water to everyone is an ongoing public health struggle.
Keep up with drinking water-related developments in the Great Lakes area.
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Illinois:
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