The City of Columbia expects to reach the 100 participants it needs to provide water samples for lead and copper testing within a few weeks, according to the Utilities Department. After receiving a ...

Blue Island resident Sarah Haskell said she avoids letting her 1-year-old son drink tap water, as she is worried about contamination of lead in water lines. Instead, she keeps a Brita water filter on ...

The local food movement is gaining traction in cities across America, with urban gardens contributing a healthy source of fresh produce for local citizens as well as providing a social outlet for ...