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Eagan Capital is suing Eagan over the city's data center moratorium, claiming it infringes on the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission's regulatory authority. Other cities like Inver Grove Heights have also imposed similar moratoriums on energy-intensive data centers. Unrelated developments include a hospice workers' strike, a lawsuit by former EPA biologists, and a new bank branch aimed at reducing racial wealth disparities.

The U.S. and Mexico are advancing efforts to resolve the Tijuana River sewage crisis through agreements like Minute No. 333 and a bilateral memorandum of understanding. Mexico committed $93 million to sewage projects, and the EPA highlights progress on infrastructure and funding for Tijuana River solutions.

The article discusses the challenges of 'double-decker sandwich' caregiving, where couples care for both sets of parents, and provides strategies for managing this. It also covers risks of heat waves for older adults, hidden causes of lung cancer like radon, and a Vermont woman's initiative to send teddy bears to children in crisis zones.

Nonsmokers can develop lung cancer, with radon gas, secondhand smoke, and family history identified as key risk factors. About 10% of annual lung cancer cases occur in nonsmokers, and radon testing and CT screening are recommended for those at higher risk.

Nonsmokers account for about 10% of annual lung cancer cases, with radon exposure, secondhand smoke, and family history identified as key risk factors. Radon, a radioactive gas found in homes, is the second-leading cause of lung cancer, and testing/reduction measures are recommended. CT screening is advised for high-risk individuals.

Nonsmokers can develop lung cancer, with about 10% of annual cases occurring in individuals who have never smoked. Radon, a radioactive gas, is the second-leading cause of lung cancer, and other risk factors include secondhand smoke and family history. Testing and professional mitigation can address radon exposure, while CT screening may help detect early-stage lung cancer in high-risk individuals.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a groundwater cleanup plan for BASF’s site in Wyandotte, Michigan, addressing contaminants like heavy metals, PFAS, and organic compounds. The plan includes perimeter barriers, groundwater extraction, and on-site treatment, with construction starting in 2027. Local groups have long criticized pollution at the site, which borders the Detroit River and a drinking water intake.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Monsanto v. Durnell that states cannot impose pesticide warnings differing from federal standards, affecting Minnesota's ability to label glyphosate-based Roundup with additional health warnings. The 7-2 decision overturned a Missouri jury's award to a farmer who claimed Roundup caused his cancer, citing federal preemption of state strict liability doctrines.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that state courts cannot hold Monsanto liable for labeling issues in pesticides like Roundup, as federal law preempts such claims. The decision dismissed a $1.25 million verdict awarded to a man who claimed Roundup caused his cancer, with justices citing compliance with EPA regulations. The ruling split the court, with Justice Brett Kavanaugh writing the majority and Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting.

New Jersey's Summer Termination Program protects eligible residents from electric, water, and sewer shutoffs between June 15 and August 31. The initiative aims to address rising utility costs and health risks during extreme heat, with state officials citing climate-driven heatwaves as a growing threat.

Vermont has become the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, a herbicide linked to Parkinson’s disease, despite concerns from farmers about profit margins. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing its safety, while Syngenta, a manufacturer, defends its use. The ban has been supported by advocates hoping to influence other states.

Vermont has become the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, a weed killer linked to Parkinson's disease, despite opposition from some farmers concerned about profit margins. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing paraquat's safety, while companies like Syngenta defend its use despite bans in countries like China and the EU.

Vermont has become the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, an herbicide linked to Parkinson’s disease, despite opposition from some farmers and ongoing debates about its safety. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing paraquat's safety, while Syngenta, a manufacturer, defends its use despite global bans in countries like China and the European Union.

California filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump’s attempt to roll back the state’s vehicle emissions standards. The Trump administration used the Congressional Review Act to submit four of California’s emissions waivers for congressional review, aiming to limit the state’s authority to set stricter pollution rules.

California filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump’s attempt to revoke the state’s vehicle emissions standards. The Trump administration has targeted California’s waiver authority under federal clean air laws, using the Congressional Review Act to submit four of California’s waivers for congressional review.

A family of four wastes nearly $3,000 in food annually, according to a 2025 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency report. This doubles the previous federal estimate of $1,500, which was based on 2010 grocery prices.

New Orleans is advancing plans to use federal funding for replacing lead pipes, with a Louisiana constitutional amendment on the November ballot aimed at removing legal barriers. The Sewerage & Water Board has secured $152 million in federal funds, but a constitutional provision prohibits public money from being spent on private property, necessitating the proposed amendment for clarity.

California has filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s attempt to revoke the state’s vehicle emissions standards. The dispute centers on California’s long-standing federal waivers to set stricter emissions rules, which Trump’s administration is targeting through the Congressional Review Act. The state argues that revoking these waivers is unlawful and vows to defend its regulatory authority.

Chicago has deployed 277 solar-powered air quality monitors across all wards, focusing on neighborhoods disproportionately affected by pollution. The network, part of the nation's largest community air quality monitoring system, provides real-time data, such as a safe air quality index of 31 recorded in Grant Park.

New Jersey swimming areas in Ocean and Cape May counties are under advisories due to elevated fecal bacteria levels, specifically enterococci exceeding state safety standards. The DEP and local health officials are monitoring affected sites, but no closures have been enforced as of June 21.

The National Weather Service issued an Air Quality Alert for Miami-Dade and Broward counties until 10 a.m. on Sunday due to wildfires burning over 20,000 acres. The alert advises sensitive individuals to limit outdoor activities as smoke spreads, with wildfires 'The Quarry 2' and 'Well' now mostly contained. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue recommended closing windows and using recirculation mode for air conditioning.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Chief Ray Jadallah warned that smoke from wildfires in Miami-Dade is moving toward Broward County, posing health risks, particularly for those with chronic conditions. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Environmental Protection Agency highlighted potential respiratory issues and advised limiting outdoor activity as temperatures rise.

Two wildfires burned 8,000 acres in western Miami-Dade County, with the larger fire at 30% containment and the smaller at 25% containment. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue deployed seven units near Northwest 137 Avenue and 25 Street, while the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency warned of pollution affecting air quality in South Florida.

EMR, a scrap metal recycling company, sued the city of Camden over the suspension of its junkyard license following a two-alarm fire at its facility in May. The city cited multiple fires at EMR's facilities since 2020 as justification, while EMR claims the suspension violated its due process rights. Residents also filed a class action lawsuit against the company over emissions, and officials demanded the facility be shut down.

Fourteen Republican state attorneys general and 19 GOP members of Congress are urging the EPA to classify mifepristone, an abortion medication, as a water contaminant. Environmental experts and the Center for Biological Diversity state there is no evidence of harm from mifepristone in water systems, citing a 1996 FDA statement and common drug trace amounts in water.

Fourteen Republican state attorneys general and 19 GOP members of Congress are urging the EPA to classify mifepristone, an abortion medication, as a water contaminant. Environmental experts state there is no evidence that mifepristone in wastewater harms humans or the environment, while the request cites a 1996 FDA statement acknowledging the drug may enter the environment but noting harmful effects are 'not anticipated.'

Fourteen Republican state attorneys general and 19 GOP members of Congress are urging the EPA to classify the abortion medication mifepristone as a water contaminant. Environmental experts and advocacy groups state there is no evidence that mifepristone harms water systems or humans, while states have introduced legislation to test for the drug in water.

Fourteen state attorneys general and 19 GOP members of Congress are urging the EPA to regulate mifepristone, an abortion medication, as a water contaminant. Environmental experts state there is no evidence that mifepristone harms water systems, while the request references a 1996 FDA statement acknowledging potential environmental entry but no anticipated harm.

A $22 million federal grant will replace over 650 lead water pipes in Austin, announced by Senators Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin. The funding aims to address Austin's high concentration of lead service lines, which pose significant health risks, particularly for children and pregnant women.

Camden residents and advocates urged City Council to permanently shut down EMR, a scrap metal recycler linked to over a dozen fires since 2020. The council passed a resolution supporting a statement from local and state officials calling for the facility's closure, while the city suspended EMR's license and issued a cease operations order.

Federal agents from the FBI and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency raided a Garden Grove aerospace business, GKN Aerospace, following a chemical meltdown scare that led to evacuations. The incident involved an overheated tank containing toxic materials, which authorities prevented from exploding by cooling techniques. The raid aims to seize documents related to the chemical's use.

Federal authorities executed a search warrant at GKN Aerospace's Garden Grove facility in response to a compromised chemical tank holding nearly 7,000 gallons of toxic chemical that caused the evacuation of approximately 50,000 people. FBI and EPA officials were investigating the incident.

Wildfires since 2015 have reversed a decade-long decline in U.S. smog levels, increasing ground-level ozone by 4% and contributing to an estimated 318 annual deaths. A University of Iowa study used AI to analyze limited EPA smog monitor data, revealing the trend reversal despite prior human-caused emissions reductions.

A study finds that wildfires have reversed U.S. progress on reducing smog since 2015, with national ground-level ozone increasing by 4% as fires grow larger. Researchers attribute this trend partly to climate change and limited air pollution monitoring, projecting smog levels could return to 2003 levels in 20 years if wildfire smoke continues to rise.

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule on whether lawsuits can be filed against pesticide makers over cancer claims. Studies show a geographic correlation between heavy pesticide use and higher cancer rates, and agrichemical companies like Bayer face thousands of lawsuits. The Trump administration and pesticide industry have pushed for liability shield laws, while advocacy groups challenge these efforts.

A community air monitoring project in South Memphis found average fine particulate matter levels frequently exceeded EPA standards, posing health risks to residents. The project, led by CEEJH INC and Memphis Community Against Pollution, used PurpleAir monitors after the area lacked government monitoring for over a decade.

Vermont became the first state to ban the toxic herbicide paraquat, linked to Parkinson’s disease, after Republican Governor Phil Scott signed Democratic-sponsored legislation. Other states, including New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, are considering similar bans, and agricultural company Syngenta announced it will stop global production of paraquat by June 2025.

Vermont became the first state to ban the toxic herbicide paraquat, which is linked to Parkinson’s disease. Other states are considering similar bans, and Syngenta, the producer of a paraquat-based weedkiller, will stop global production by June. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency warns of paraquat’s severe health risks, including fatal exposure and no known antidote.

Vermont became the first state to ban the toxic herbicide paraquat, which is linked to Parkinson’s disease, through legislation signed by Republican Gov. Phil Scott. The ban requires explicit approval for its sale or use, and over a dozen other states have introduced similar measures. Syngenta, the manufacturer of a paraquat-based product, announced it will cease global production by June 2025.

Vermont became the first state to ban the toxic herbicide paraquat, which is linked to Parkinson’s disease and banned in over 70 countries. The law prohibits sale or use without agricultural approval, and other states are considering similar measures. Syngenta, the producer of a paraquat-based product, announced it will stop global production by June.