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California cities fined $1.2M for sewage pollution in local creeks

A federal judge has ordered the California cities of Mountain View and Sunnyvale to pay nearly $1.2 million each in civil penalties after finding long-standing violations of federal water pollution laws. The ruling, issued on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, determined that both cities allowed untreated sewage to enter local waterways through their stormwater systems, posing potential risks to public health. U.S. District Judge Edward Davila concluded that the cities failed to meet permit req

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06 Apr 2026 15:47 PM

California cities fined $1.2M for sewage pollution in local creeks

A federal judge has ordered the California cities of Mountain View and Sunnyvale to pay nearly $1.2 million each in civil penalties after finding long-standing violations of federal water pollution laws. The ruling, issued on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, determined that both cities allowed untreated sewage to enter local waterways through their stormwater systems, posing potential risks to public health. U.S. District Judge Edward Davila concluded that the cities failed to meet permit req

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Oakland Unified reports progress on fixing lead in school water sources

The Oakland Unified School District in California is approaching the resolution of a widespread lead contamination issue affecting drinking water across its campuses, following more than a year of testing and infrastructure repairs. District officials confirmed that as of March 2026, only two faucets remain out of service, marking significant progress in addressing elevated lead levels that were discovered in aging plumbing systems. The issue first emerged over the past 18 months, w

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01 Apr 2026 14:55 PM

Oakland Unified reports progress on fixing lead in school water sources

The Oakland Unified School District in California is approaching the resolution of a widespread lead contamination issue affecting drinking water across its campuses, following more than a year of testing and infrastructure repairs. District officials confirmed that as of March 2026, only two faucets remain out of service, marking significant progress in addressing elevated lead levels that were discovered in aging plumbing systems. The issue first emerged over the past 18 months, w

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Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

A floating pool designed to filter and clean water from the East River has taken a major step forward, bringing a decade-old vision closer to becoming a permanent part of New York City’s waterfront experience. A key milestone was achieved when a small-scale prototype of the pool’s structural shell was successfully deployed in the water near Newark, marking real-world progress in a project that has long aimed to reconnect urban residents with the river surrounding them.

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30 Jul 2025 14:42 PM

Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

A floating pool designed to filter and clean water from the East River has taken a major step forward, bringing a decade-old vision closer to becoming a permanent part of New York City’s waterfront experience. A key milestone was achieved when a small-scale prototype of the pool’s structural shell was successfully deployed in the water near Newark, marking real-world progress in a project that has long aimed to reconnect urban residents with the river surrounding them.

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Major Investments Underway to Modernize Santa Clara Water Supply and Treatment Systems

Valley Water continues its critical mission to deliver safe, clean, and reliable water across Santa Clara County, serving homes, farms, and businesses. While clean water is often taken for granted in daily life, it remains essential for public health, economic stability, and the innovation-driven ecosystem of Silicon Valley. However, much of the county’s water infrastructure was built several decades ago and is now in urgent need of upgrades. As challenges from climate

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22 May 2025 08:45 AM

Major Investments Underway to Modernize Santa Clara Water Supply and Treatment Systems

Valley Water continues its critical mission to deliver safe, clean, and reliable water across Santa Clara County, serving homes, farms, and businesses. While clean water is often taken for granted in daily life, it remains essential for public health, economic stability, and the innovation-driven ecosystem of Silicon Valley. However, much of the county’s water infrastructure was built several decades ago and is now in urgent need of upgrades. As challenges from climate

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California cities fined $1.2M for sewage pollution in local creeks

California cities fined $1.2M for sewage pollution in local creeks

Oakland Unified reports progress on fixing lead in school water sources

Oakland Unified reports progress on fixing lead in school water sources

Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

Major Investments Underway to Modernize Santa Clara Water Supply and Treatment Systems

Major Investments Underway to Modernize Santa Clara Water Supply and Treatment Systems

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Jensen Huang says Nvidia will cover $100K H-1B fee, calls immigration vital for innovation

YS Sharmila Challenges Jagan on Adani Bribery Allegations

Trump Announces Pause in Maritime Escort Operations in the Strait of Hormuz

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California cities fined $1.2M for sewage pollution in local creeks

California cities fined $1.2M for sewage pollution in local creeks

Oakland Unified reports progress on fixing lead in school water sources

Oakland Unified reports progress on fixing lead in school water sources

​Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

​Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

Major Investments Underway to Modernize Santa Clara Water Supply and Treatment Systems

Major Investments Underway to Modernize Santa Clara Water Supply and Treatment Systems

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Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark

Floating East River pool project advances with pilot shell test in Newark