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Mollie Engelhart, a MAHA-aligned farmer, hosted a retreat for pro-MAHA leaders but expressed disillusionment with the Trump administration's support for Bayer's Roundup. The administration's backing of Roundup, including an executive order labeling glyphosate-based herbicides as critical to national security, has caused tension with MAHA-aligned supporters who expected stronger action on chemical-laden food systems.

Rebecca Lindsey was fired from NOAA, leading to the shutdown of Climate.gov under the Trump administration. The former team created Climate.us, a nongovernmental site to continue providing climate science resources. The Trump administration removed climate-related information from federal websites, including the EPA and National Climate Assessments.

President Donald Trump pardoned 11 individuals, including Adam Kidan, a former business partner of Jack Abramoff, and nine people linked to Clean Air Act violations involving emissions control systems. The pardons were announced amid Trump's second term and included claims of relieving regulatory burdens on consumers.

The U.S. National Park Service plans to launch 850,000 fireworks in Washington for the nation’s 250th birthday, with internal documents warning of hazardous pollution levels. Scientists highlight risks from soot, heavy metals, and perchlorates, while the EPA stated it does not track air quality impacts for the event. Researchers express interest in studying the environmental effects but face logistical challenges.

President Donald Trump pardoned 11 people, including nine individuals charged with Clean Air Act violations related to bypassing vehicle emissions systems and a former business partner of Jack Abramoff. The pardons were announced as part of Trump's expanded use of executive power in his second term.

President Donald Trump pardoned 11 people, including a former business partner of Jack Abramoff and nine individuals convicted of violating vehicle emissions controls. The pardons align with Trump's second-term use of executive power and his advocacy for consumer rights in vehicle modifications.

President Donald Trump pardoned 11 individuals, including a former business partner of Jack Abramoff and nine people convicted of violating vehicle emissions controls. The pardons are part of Trump's second term actions, which include an EPA memo allowing Americans to fix their vehicles as they see fit.

President Donald Trump pardoned 11 people, including a former business partner of Jack Abramoff and nine individuals convicted of violating vehicle emissions controls. The pardons align with Trump's second-term trend of granting clemency to allies and those associated with bypassing environmental regulations.

President Donald Trump pardoned 11 people, including a former business partner of Jack Abramoff and nine individuals convicted of violating vehicle emissions controls. The pardons align with Trump's use of executive power to grant clemency to allies and those involved in emissions-related cases.

The CDC issued a July 4 holiday advisory warning of a two-decade high in West Nile virus cases, with 48 cases reported through June 2026, including 38 severe neuroinvasive cases across 23 states. The agency recommends using EPA-registered insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding outdoor activity during dusk and dawn to prevent mosquito bites.

Chicago has the largest inventory of lead water service lines in the U.S., with over 400,000 lines. Replacing each line costs an average of $31,000, more than six times the EPA’s national estimate of $4,700. High costs are attributed to inefficient contracts, permitting delays, and fragmented replacement strategies, with total replacement estimated at over $12 billion under a federal mandate.

Federal and state agencies are criticized for not addressing lead exposure from tobacco products, which contribute to household dust containing harmful lead levels. Studies show eliminating tobacco emissions could reduce lead in dust by 87%, but educational materials from agencies like the CDC and EPA omit this source of exposure.

A hazardous materials team will begin removing neutralized methyl methacrylate from two tanks at the GKN aerospace facility in Garden Grove, following an overheating incident that caused a large-scale evacuation. Cleanup, delayed due to unavailable resources, will proceed with safety protocols and environmental monitoring to ensure public health. The FBI, EPA, and local authorities are investigating the incident.

A federal appeals court rejected the Environmental Protection Agency's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule restricting soot pollution from industrial sources. The decision blocks efforts to weaken standards for pollution from coal-fired plants, factories, and other industrial facilities, marking a setback for the Trump administration's deregulatory agenda.

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Monsanto in Roundup litigation, stating federal pesticide law preempts state failure-to-warn claims when the EPA has not mandated a cancer warning on the product label. The case, Monsanto v. Durnell, did not resolve whether Roundup causes cancer but focused on legal preemption under federal law.

A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's attempt to abandon a Biden-era EPA rule imposing stricter standards for soot pollution. The ruling upholds a 2024 standard limiting fine particle pollution to 9 micrograms per cubic meter of air, down from 12 micrograms, and criticizes the EPA's arguments as lacking merit. Environmental groups praised the decision as a public health victory, while opponents argued it would increase costs for businesses and families.

A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule that tightens soot pollution standards. The court found the EPA's arguments lacked merit, upholding a 9 microgram per cubic meter annual limit on fine particle pollution. The decision supports public health benefits projected by the Biden-era rule, which aims to reduce asthma cases and premature deaths.

A federal appeals court rejected the Environmental Protection Agency's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule that imposes strict standards for soot pollution. The court's decision upholds regulations targeting deadly soot emissions.

A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's attempt to invalidate a Biden-era EPA rule that tightens soot pollution standards. The court upheld the 2024 rule, which reduces annual fine particle pollution limits from 12 to 9 micrograms per cubic meter of air, despite the EPA's argument that it exceeded statutory authority and ignored economic costs. Environmental groups praised the decision as a public health victory.

A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule imposing stricter standards on soot pollution. The decision upheld a 2024 rule requiring a tighter annual limit of 9 micrograms of fine particle pollution per cubic meter of air, rejecting the EPA's claim that it exceeded statutory authority. The ruling supports public health benefits projected to prevent thousands of premature deaths and hospital visits.

The Gulf of Mexico's 2023 'dead zone' is projected to exceed 7,000 square miles, larger than the four-decade average but below the 2017 record. The Mississippi River/Gulf of America Hypoxia Task Force aims to reduce the dead zone to 1,900 square miles by 2035, citing progress despite ongoing challenges from nutrient pollution linked to agriculture and urban areas.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that federal law blocks state failure-to-warn lawsuits against Bayer, the parent company of Monsanto, regarding Roundup weed killer labels. The decision holds that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act preempts state claims seeking cancer warnings on EPA-approved Roundup labels, marking a setback for cancer patients pursuing legal action.

A federal court case in Alaska centers on a controversial Pebble Mine project proposed by Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd., which opponents argue could harm Bristol Bay's salmon habitats. The Environmental Protection Agency blocked the project under the Clean Water Act, while Alaska and the mining company claim federal overreach. The case involves interventions from Native corporations and conservation groups.

Members of the Trump administration attended U.S. World Cup games, including EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, and former envoy Richard Grenell. Zeldin has clashed with California officials over environmental policies, Driscoll has facilitated communication with Ukraine, and Grenell served as envoy to Germany.

The Ninth Circuit questioned automotive industry groups' attempt to intervene in a lawsuit where California and other states challenge federal actions that disapproved of California's stricter emissions standards. The auto groups argue their economic interests are harmed if California's standards are upheld, but judges expressed skepticism about their eligibility to intervene. The case involves the Clean Air Act and the Congressional Review Act.

The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Monsanto, holding that state lawsuits against the company for failing to warn consumers about Roundup's potential cancer risks are preempted by federal pesticide labeling laws. The majority opinion by Justice Brett Kavanaugh emphasized that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) bars states from imposing additional labeling requirements beyond those approved by the EPA, while Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented, arguing the ruling creates a non-existent labeling requirement.

The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to block thousands of lawsuits against Bayer, the maker of Roundup weedkiller, citing federal regulations that do not require cancer warnings. The decision allows Bayer to proceed with a $7.25 billion class-action settlement while dismissing claims based on failure-to-warn allegations.

The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to block thousands of lawsuits against Bayer, the maker of Roundup weedkiller, citing federal regulations that found a cancer link unlikely. The decision, a victory for Bayer, follows a case involving Missouri resident John Durnell, who was awarded $1.25 million by a jury after developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma from Roundup use.

Chicago built the nation's largest air monitoring network, Open Air Chicago, following a civil rights complaint over relocating General Iron's operation. The network, with 277 monitors, focuses on overburdened neighborhoods to provide real-time pollution data and inform urban planning. The project aims to address uneven air quality, especially during hotter summers exacerbated by climate change.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with chemical company Chemours Co. over illegal discharges of PFAS, requiring the company to pay penalties, mitigate pollution in three states, and implement controls to protect public health. The settlement allows Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS for commercial and military use while addressing past contamination.

Olympian Jessie Diggins and other athletes are visiting Capitol Hill to advocate for climate change solutions through the group 'Protect Our Winters.' They aim to address concerns about the EPA's recent weakening of environmental regulations and promote bipartisan efforts to strengthen protections. The coalition includes athletes, scientists, and storytellers meeting with lawmakers to discuss long-term climate policies.

Olympian Jessie Diggins and other athletes visited Capitol Hill with 'Protect Our Winters' to advocate for climate solutions, citing concerns over weakened EPA regulations under President Donald Trump. The group aims to promote bipartisan efforts to strengthen environmental protections, emphasizing long-term impacts of climate change on sports and natural resources.

Olympian Jessie Diggins and other athletes visited Capitol Hill with Protect Our Winters to advocate for climate solutions, emphasizing concerns over weakened EPA regulations under President Donald Trump. The group aims to promote bipartisan efforts to strengthen environmental protections, highlighting the impact of climate change on winter sports and future generations.

The Shelby County Health Department questioned the validity of data from a community air monitoring project in South Memphis, citing unapproved PurpleAir monitors and potential sampling errors. The report, conducted by CEEJH INC and Memphis Community Against Air Pollution, found pollution levels exceeding EPA standards, while the health department stated official monitors show compliance with EPA guidelines.

A refrigerated warehouse in Boyle Heights operated by Lineage Logistics has burned for nearly a week, releasing smoke containing toxic pollutants like foam insulation, wood pallets, and plastics. Public health officials warn of heightened health risks due to high levels of toxic organics and metals, but specific toxin monitoring remains limited. Authorities and researchers emphasize the need for precautions like air filters and masks.

Elin Warn Betanzo, founder of Safe Water Engineering LLC, filed a lawsuit against the EPA after being dismissed from its drinking water advisory council, claiming violations of her First Amendment rights and other laws. She alleges the agency fired her for signing a dissent declaration criticizing its policies. The EPA stated it has a zero-tolerance policy for employees undermining the administration's agenda.

California sued the Trump administration over its attempt to revoke Clean Air Act waivers allowing stricter emission standards. The state argues the EPA illegally reclassified the waivers as rules to invoke the Congressional Review Act, undermining California's authority to regulate emissions.

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 13 other attorneys general are urging the EPA to mandate monitoring of microplastics in drinking water, despite the agency's recent addition of microplastics to its Contaminant Candidate List. The coalition argues for stricter regulations, citing health risks from microplastics and their projected doubling in water concentration by 2040.

Air quality regulators cited World Oil Recycling in Compton for pollution rule violations and equipment leaks after receiving over 70 odor complaints. The facility, located in a high-pollution, low-income area with elevated asthma rates, faces potential fines or litigation and has a history of regulatory issues, including a 2019 EPA settlement.

The Justice Department seeks to dismiss a lawsuit against Elon Musk's xAI data center, arguing the natural gas-powered facility is critical to the economy and U.S. military. The NAACP and others claim the project violates the Clean Air Act by operating without required permits, posing health risks in Mississippi.