Color of Water Stories
Opinion | Wisconsin leads in lead pipe removal – The Cap Times
Huda Alkaff: Madison’s pioneering removal of lead pipes is a success story showing the achievability of protecting our families from toxic drinking water. [from The
Marking 50 years of the Safe Drinking Water Act – WHYY
This week marks the 50th anniversary of the legislation, which was signed into law in December 1974 by President Gerald Ford. [from WHYY]
Lawyer for Cahokia Heights’ residents slams sewage settlement: ‘They deserve much more’ – Madison – St. Clair Record
EAST ST. LOUIS – Water regulators propose a tiny $30,000 penalty for years of sewage violations in Cahokia Heights out of sympathy for the city’s
How Native Farmers Pair Ancestral Knowledge with Climate Expertise – Modern Farmer
When looking for ways to fight our warming climate, Native farmers and land stewards argue we should center Native voices.
N.M. Delegation Welcomes $15 Million in USDA Funding for Acequias and $45 Million for Tribal Water Projects
New funding initiative will support New Mexico’s farmers and producers while reducing water losses
City fixes made flooding, sewage problems worse for some, Cahokia Heights residents say – Yahoo News
“Every time it rains, we brace ourselves for disaster,” a resident said. “It’s not just water — it’s sewage.” [from Yahoo News]
State celebrates 10-year anniversary of SGMA, California’s first-ever groundwater law – SJV Water
Current and former political leaders, water managers and environmental advocates descended on Sacramento Monday to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act
In Chicago, Islam is a guiding force for fighting climate injustice – Prism
The Chicago Muslims Green Team exemplifies how Islamic faith and eco-teachings can help address the climate crisis [from Prism]
In Conversation with Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud – Burnaway
Amarie Cemone Gipson interviews Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud about her artistic lineage and environmental activism. [from Burnaway]