Texas County Declares an Emergency Over Toxic Fertilizer
A Texas county is taking steps to declare a state of emergency and seek federal assistance over farmland contaminated with harmful “forever chemicals,” as concerns grow over the safety of…
Joann Customers React to Store Closings and Bankruptcy
Crafters, quilters, knitters and makers across the country received bleak news on Wednesday when they learned that Joann, the arts-and-crafts retail giant, was preparing to close more than half of…
This City’s Sewer System Is Full of Alligators, but It’s Not New York
An enduring urban legend has it that blind, albino alligators patrol New York City’s sewers. These mythical crocodilians have become ingrained in the city’s lore, and some New Yorkers even…
What Kind of Dog Poop Bags Should I Use?
Americans own around 90 million dogs. They provide companionship, reduce stress and help us stay active. They also produce about 12.2 million tons of waste per year. Most of it…
In a First, the E.P.A. Warns of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Sludge Fertilizer
For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday warned that “forever chemicals” present in sewage sludge that is used as fertilizer can pose human health risks. In an…