All MPS schools to be checked for lead hazards

“It’s everywhere in Milwaukee:” Students face lead exposure at schools

Hazardous levels of lead have been found in Milwaukee Public Schools, prompting pleas from parents and the broader community to redress a decades-long health crisis plaguing the city.

MPS lead hazards: School district submits plan to health department

Milwaukee Public Schools on Friday submitted a preliminary “Lead Action Plan” to the Milwaukee Health Department.

MPS finally puts cops back in crime-ridden schools - Badger Institute

What took them so long? Years after we first reported on daily calls to police from MPS high schools, the Milwaukee Public Schools finally obeyed a judge’s order and placed cops back in the hallways this week. Twenty-five officers are back in 11 schools.  The only remaining question is what took so long.  It was way back in June 2023 that Milwaukee leaders reached a deal with legislators allowing both the city and the county to raise sales taxe…

All MPS schools to be checked for lead hazards

The Milwaukee Health Department shared some of its results from this past weekend's lead testing clinic and announced it will be testing all MPS schools for lead hazards.

Milwaukee Health Department encourages young children be tested for lead at upcoming pop-up clinics

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Hidden Danger in Downtown Soil

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Downtown Chattanooga is facing a hidden threat, dangerous levels of lead in the soil.  Recent studies have uncovered alarming concentrations, raising health concerns for those who live, work, and play here. Exposure to lead, especially in children, can have lifelong effects. Even small amounts of contaminated soil can lead to serious health risks.  Our team spoke to Troy Keith, a member of the Tennessee Environmental …