Firefighters face rising cancer risks from PFAS in their protective gear. Kansas City officials warn safer gear could be ...

The battle against forever chemicals (PFAS) represents a pivotal shift in consumer-corporate dynamics. The PFAS revolution is here with consumers are leading the charge.

Researchers see mixed results trying to replace fluorinated chemicals in refrigeration, textiles, and ion-exchange membranes ...

A bipartisan push to ban harmful forever chemicals in firefighter foam is showing promise in the state House, but the costs ...

Undoubtedly, firefighting is one of the most dangerous occupations, as it entails countless risks, from burns and smoke inhalation to serious injuries from collapsing structures. However, a more insid ...

Osborne said all turnout gear in use today has liners that contain some PFAS, so it’s not possible to replace the gear with anything that is 100% free of the chemicals. The fire suits here are ...

Town Administrator Chad Lovett, Fire Chief Kevin Roy, and Senior Center Director Maggie Gundersen have announced that the town of Blackstone has received grant awards for the Blackstone ...

Volunteer firefighters make up the majority of firefighters in the state currently at 8,337, with the remaining 4,738 career ...

Voter turnout in special elections is often low, but this time turnout was significantly lower than in the special election for District 4 county supervisor in 2023, which saw 24.5% turnout ...

ST. PAUL — Minnesota took the top spot in the nation for youth voter turnout in the 2024 general election, according to a recent study by Tufts University. The April 15 study by Tufts shows ...

The 2025 Big: Culture & Arts Festival, hosted by Dion Dia and How Bazaar, took place in downtown Gainesville from April 11-13. The festival featured over 60 musical and visual artists, combining ...