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People holding signs like "PFAS Are Forever, Life Is Not" at a rally in the MN State Capitol

Lobbying in PFAS: Big Money is Poisoning our Water

April 3, 2026 | By Avonna Starck

Legislators answer to the people of Minnesota who expect safe drinking water, who don’t want toxic chemicals in children’s products, and who are tired of paying for corporate pollution. There are real issues demanding attention—corporate welfare disguised as regulatory “relief” should not be on the agenda.

Testimony on Baltimore City Taxpayer's Night

May 3, 2021 | By Sajida Chandoo

On Wednesday, April 21, the Baltimore City Board of Estimates held Taxpayer's Night, an annual opportunity for Baltimore City residents to comment on the proposed next year's budget. Several organizations, including Organizing Black and Communities United, recruited dozens of people to speak against

We all need to breathe. The road to Asthma Justice.

May 3, 2021 | By Paulina Casasola

Every year in May, World Asthma Day is held to raise awareness about asthma around the globe.

Quick tips for starting your spring compost pile!

May 3, 2021 | By Laura Kastenbauer

Starting a compost pile is a great project that will reduce waste and improve the quality of your garden soil!

Minimizing Mosquito Exposure (without pesticides!)

May 2, 2021 | By Emily Ranson

Mosquito season is upon us yet again! There are some steps you can take to minimize your exposure to mosquitoes without relying on mosquito spray programs. While pesticide spray programs may seem like the best choice, they do pose health and environmental risks even when used as directed. Synthetic