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San Diego Congressional Delegation Urges CDC Probe into Tijuana River Sewage Crisis

TLNA — Mon, 13 May 2024 16:39:48 +0000

San Diego’s congressional representatives have teamed up with California senators to push for urgent action in addressing the ongoing sewage crisis plaguing the Tijuana River and its impact on communities in southern San Diego County. Urgent Call for Investigation In a joint letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director, San Diego’s […]

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Lawsuit Filed Against South Memphis Factory Over Cancer-Causing Chemical

TLNA — Mon, 13 May 2024 08:28:27 +0000

Memphis, Tenn. – A legal battle ensues against a south Memphis factory accused of releasing a cancer-causing chemical into the air, prompting concerns and a call to action from legal experts and affected residents. Allegations and Legal Action A class action lawsuit has been initiated against a company once situated in south Memphis, which utilized […]

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South Memphis Factory Accused of Releasing Cancer-Causing Chemical, Prompts Legal Battle

TLNA — Mon, 13 May 2024 01:46:22 +0000

A recent revelation has rocked the community of South Memphis, Tennessee, as a local factory stands accused of releasing a cancer-causing chemical into the air. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has identified ethylene oxide (EtO), utilized by a former factory in the area for medical equipment sterilization since 1979, as the culprit behind potential health […]

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Protecting Lives: Tucson Mother’s Fight Against Harmful Chemicals

TLNA — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 17:03:58 +0000

Linda Shosie, a resident of Tucson, Arizona, cherishes the memories of her daughter Tiana, who passed away at the young age of 19 due to complications from lupus and kidney nephritis. Tiana’s tragic story highlights the potential dangers posed by exposure to hazardous chemicals, particularly PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as forever chemicals, […]

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Justicia Juntos: Tackling Extreme Heat in Tucson’s Latino Community

TLNA — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:06:16 +0000

Leonardo Gamboa’s Journey Growing up in the desert heat of Chihuahua, Mexico, Leonardo Gamboa experienced firsthand the challenges of escaping extreme temperatures. Moving to Tucson, Arizona, he found similar disparities in access to relief from the scorching heat. As he aptly puts it, Some folks have the capacity to escape the heat. Others don’t. Justicia […]

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Ten Injured After Falling from Border Wall in San Diego County

TLNA — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 17:04:52 +0000

In a tragic incident in San Diego County, ten individuals were injured after falling from the border wall. This event sheds light on the ongoing challenges and risks associated with border security and immigration policies. Rep. Adam Schiff’s Visit to San Diego Rep. Adam Schiff, a prominent Democrat from California, visited San Diego as part […]

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