Lead-based paint is one of the leading causes of lead exposure among children. (AP Photo) This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region.

The inspector general found the lack of checks on state lead-based paint programs leaves children at risks from exposure to the neurotoxic heavy metal. EPA has not been properly checking to make sure ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — College Works Painting, an internship program acclaimed as the number one in the country by Vault, offers students hands-on experience in marketing, project management, and sales ...

The city of Lorain Building, Housing and Planning Department is right to offer a Lead Abatement Program for residents to help reduce lead hazards in homes. The program, in collaboration with the ...

(WHTM) — High schoolers in Pennsylvania can exercise their artistic skills while helping promote safety on the roadway. PennDOT’s Paint The Plow program is returning this year with the theme “Don’t ...

Lead paint flakes and cracks on the spindles of a porch on a house in Providence, R.I., Tuesday, July 1, 2008. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has failed to adequately oversee state-run ...