Indian Country water not always safe
The EPA warns tribal water supplies often lack federally approved standards with only 42 of 300 tribes using them. Officials say absence of standards does not prove safety but leaves a gap in protection. EPA offers grants and aims to treat tribes like states under the Clean Water Act.
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Politician's daughter charged after campaign beating
Bob Zwolinski, a candidate for Illinois state House, says he was attacked outside his campaign offices on March 6. His injuries included a swollen face, stitches, a tetanus shot, and a staple removed from his head. Jessica Soto, 26, daughter of incumbent state Rep. Cynthia Soto, faces three felony counts of aggravated battery. Bradley Fichter, 26, also charged with aggravated battery and disorderly conduct for filing a false report. The pair allegedly beat Zwolinski with a bottle and metal object during a verbal dispute.
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