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Cities must replace harmful lead pipes within 10 years under new Biden administration plan

By Michael Phillis, Associated Press

The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday proposed the strongest overhaul of lead in drinking water rules in more than three decades. If finalized, it would force most utilities to replace lead water pipes within 10 years.

When is Hanukkah, and how is it celebrated around the world?

By Giovanna Dell'Orto, Associated Press

In Hebrew, Hanukkah means “dedication."…

Leaked document says U.S. is willing to build energy projects in case Snake River dams are breached

By Hallie Golden, Rebecca Boone, Associated Press

In a strong sign that the U.S. will consider breaching four controversial dams on the Snake River, a leaked document says the government is prepared to help build clean energy projects to replace the power generated by the dams.

Oklahoma executes Phillip Hancock for a double murder despite state board recommendation for clemency

By Adam Kemp

Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt's decision to deny clemency comes as some state Republicans and advocates call to pause executions.

Examining the legacy of the enduring, polarizing Henry Kissinger

By Michael D. Mosettig

Henry Kissinger, who died Wednesday at age 100, was an American original. And like many who merit that description, he was not born in the United States.

LGBTQ+ rights group sues over Iowa law banning school library books, gender identity discussion

By Margery A. Beck, Associated Press

The American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa filed the federal lawsuit Tuesday on behalf of seven Iowa students and their families. LGBTQ+ advocacy group Iowa Safe Schools is also a plaintiff.

Coal-producing West Virginia is converting an entire school system to solar power

By Leah Willingham, Associated Press

The project in Wayne County Schools represents what a developer and U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin's office touted on Wednesday as the biggest-ever single demonstration of sun-powered renewable electricity in Appalachian public schools.

Mothers of Palestinian students shot in Vermont discuss recovery and possible motive

By William Brangham

The shooting of three young men of Palestinian descent by a white man in Burlington, Vermont, has again stirred fears of rising Islamophobia and anti-Arab hatred. William Brangham spoke with two of the victims' mothers about their recovery and the…

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Jewish residents in Detroit worry war in Israel could cause damage at home

By Aaron Foley

As Jewish residents of southeast Michigan see friends and neighbors fearful of Islamophobia and violence against the Arab community, they also worry about antisemitic backlash and having their voices diluted in a complex, nuanced conversation.

Michigan to join state-level effort to regulate AI political ads as federal legislation is pending

By Joey Cappelletti, Ali Swenson, Associated Press

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to sign legislation in the coming days aimed at curbing deceptive uses of artificial intelligence and manipulated media.