Water
EPA Water Chief Discusses Clean Water Protections in an AP Interview
AP reporters speak with EPA Water Chief Radhika Fox to discuss water regulation.
EPA Grant to Help Grand Rapids Replace Lead Service Lines
The EPA provided a $5.1 million grant to replace service lines in Michigan.
Des Moines Water Officials Lift Water-Use Restriction
Des Moines officials lift a local water use restriction due to the ease of drought conditions.
EPA Joins Review of Lead Water Lines in Clarksburg, West Virginia
Federal regulators have joined West Virginia officials in reviewing lead service lines in Clarksburg for elevated levels of the toxin in drinking water.
Governor Asks Californians to Voluntarily Cut Water Use
California governor asks residents and businesses to cut water use as the region faces droughts.
US Agency Offers $307 Million for Rural Water Projects
Officials will provide $307 million in grants for rural water infrastructure.
Firm Recommends Mississippi City to Improve Water System
A firm suggests Vicksburg to spend $18.6 million on its water system.
Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater Plant Receives Award for Outstanding Performance
Aqua Pennsylvania was granted an award for outstanding performance from the Partnership for Clean Water.
Activists Urge Missouri Officials to Block Ameren Wastewater Plan
Critics of the Ameren wastewater plan urge Missouri regulators to bar the plan over its threat to wildlife.
Chemical Could Impact Water Downstream from Treatment Plant
A wastewater treatment plant released a chemical that may impact water intakes near Greensboro, North Carolina.
State Probes if Red Tide is to Blame for Fish Kill in Tampa
Florida investigators test to see if Red Tide is to blame for dead fish in Tampa Bay.
Tribe Becomes Key Water Player with Drought Aid to Arizona
A tribe in Arizona works with state officials to combat droughts and improve water quality.
Iowa City Faces Extreme Measures to Find Clean Water
Des Moines faces difficulty finding clean water after spending millions to fix contaminated water.
Minot Marks 10th Anniversary of Historic Flood Disaster
The city of Minot in North Dakota marked its 10th anniversary of a historic flood disaster in the Souris River Valley.
House Approves $715 Billion Transportation, Water Bill
The House approved a bill that will invest in U.S. infrastructure.
Pennsylvania American Water and Valley Township Invite Customers to Participate in Public Hearing on Water Acquisition
Pennsylvania water utilities invite customers to a public hearing on water and wastewater acquisition.
Frustrated Detroit-Area Residents Clean Up Flooded Homes
Several residents in the Detroit area clean up water and sewage from a massive storm from the weekend.
Analysis: Louisiana Lawmakers Tackle Water System Upgrades
Officials in Louisiana are working to improve the state's water systems through infrastructure upgrades and effective grading metrics.
Environmentalists Sue Over Wastewater Leak in Florida
Environmentalists in Florida filed a lawsuit over the hazardous wastewater in Tampa Bay caused by a leaky reservoir.
Company Purchases 26 Mississippi Wastewater, Water System
The Great River Utility Operating Company has purchased 26 water and wastewater systems in Mississippi.
Michigan Homes on Tainted Wells Near Airport Will Get City Water
Homes near the Grand Rapids-area airport could soon be connected to a public water source to access better drinking water.
Increased Water Pumping Worries Line 3 Pipeline Opponents
The company constructing the Line 3 oil pipeline project is pumping out more groundwater than anticipated causing opponents of the project to be worried over its impact.
New Mexico Struggles with Funding Drinking Water Projects
Drinking water infrastructure in New Mexico lacks funding as droughts persist.
Biden Picks Career Water Policy Adviser to Lead Water Agency
Biden chooses Camille Touton as his nomination to lead the agency that oversees water and power in the U.S. West.
Georgia Water Utility Pays Former Leader $1.4M to Depart
A Georgia water utility pays its former leader $1.4 million in a settlement.
Alabama City Seeks to Cut Water Use Over Leaking Pipe
The city of Tuscaloosa is encouraging its residents to reduce water usage due to leaks in a key water pipe.
Company Agrees to Settle Alleged Clean Water Act Violations
Phoenix Petroleum agrees to pay a penalty in a settlement with the Environmental Protection Agency.
Citgo to Pay $19.7M for Louisiana Wastewater Spill Damage
Citgo agreed to pay $19.7 million for environmental damage from a 2006 wastewater spill.
Massachusetts City Reaches $100M Settlement to Repair Sewers
The city of Quincy reached a settlement to repair its stormwater system after facing several violations of the Clean Water Act.
Scientists Look for Link Between Wastewater and Algae in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay scientists are testing possible links between wastewater and algae blooms.
- Intrepid Fiber breaks ground on fiber optic network in Superior, Colo.
- Excavator collides with I-95 overpass in Henrico, Va., causing multi-vehicle crash
- Shrewsbury, Mass., expands sewer inspections and cleaning efforts
- Two workers rescued after hours trapped in Mich. trench collapse
- Trump calls for Keystone XL pipeline revival, but developer has moved on
- Illinois overhauls Peoples Gas pipeline program, mandates focus on high-risk pipes
- Ameren Illinois to invest $140 million in natural gas pipeline replacement program
- Charlottesville, Va., to begin work on 24-inch water line for Rivanna River crossing
- Mass. governor slams Trump for ‘dangerous delay’ of $50 million in lead pipe replacement funds