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Rebeca Ramirez

Coverage of Rebeca Ramirez in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 3 · 19:18 UTCMost recent: Jun 3 · 19:18 UTC
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Sims Metal Managementorganization1JB Pritzkerperson1Pilsen Environmental Rights and Reform Organizationorganization1Kwame Raoulperson1Donald Winkperson1Illinois Environmental Protection Agencyorganization1Pilsenplace1arsenictopic1cadmiumtopic1chromiumtopic1manganesetopic1
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  • HEALTHJun 3 · 19:18 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMES
    Pilsen residents warn of toxic metals from metal scrapper, ask Pritzker to slow permit renewal

    Pilsen residents are urging Governor JB Pritzker to delay the permit renewal of Sims Metal Management, a scrap metal operation accused of releasing toxic metals into the air. Despite a 2025 pollution control system installed by Sims, recent tests show increased levels of arsenic, cadmium, chromium, and other metals, sparking community protests and calls for further scrutiny.

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