water safety

A wastewater treatment plant in Leadwood is leaking human waste into the Big River. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources' director says it's an "all-hands-on-deck operation" to address the problem.

Concerns were raised because the bloom could potentially be a blue-green algae also known as cyanobacteria, which are microscopic organisms found naturally in all types of water.

Seven people died in traffic crashes over Memorial Day weekend, according to a preliminary report by Missouri State Highway Patrol.

The Environmental Protection Agency says old pipes, broken or made of lead, need major upgrades.

The statewide effort to clean up drinking water was prompted by a 2022 Missouri law, and more than $27 million has been set aside to fix the problems.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens' pick for health department director has been embroiled in controversy over well water safety in…