lead poisoning

An investigation found father and son landlords Brian and Harry Murphy repeatedly failed to remediate nearly two dozen of properties, exposing children to high levels of lead.

The four-unit home on the city's south side is available to families with children poisoned by lead paint.

The city of Syracuse received a passing grade for amount of lead in drinking water. But the health standard gets tougher next year, and plenty of lead pipes need to be replaced to stop the problem.

Congress Member John Mannion (NY-22) announced $11 million federal funding for a range of projects. Police agencies, water districts, colleges and Syracuse lead abatement to get funds.

National Lead Prevention Week runs Oct.19-25 with local events happening throughout the week.

An Environmental Protection Agency order requires Syracuse to improve response to lead poisoning. It requires improved testing, efforts to replace lead pipes & mitigate lead exposure among children.

Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon plans a tax break for property owners, money for a Sherriff's helicopter, emergency drones, lead abatement, mental health. Lawmakers start debate Sept 17.

12 newly lead remediated homes to become available for foster families.

Families for Lead Freedom Now! and A Tiny Home for Good are collaborating on the two-family home, with a grant secured by Sen. Rachel May.

Families for Lead Freedom Now and the NYCLU say the city didn't properly test water, generating lower lead level results.