Despite A Promise, Chicago Has Made No Progress On Removal Of Lead Pipes
Last year, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced a plan to remove Chicago’s toxic lead pipes. But so far, not a single pipe has been replaced.

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Last year, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced a plan to remove Chicago’s toxic lead pipes. But so far, not a single pipe has been replaced.
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