You may keep your house in great shape, and you've probably repainted with latex paint at some point. But if your home is pre-1978, you might want to dig a little deeper to keep your family safe. That ...

Lead paint was banned for use in residential homes in 1978 because exposure to the toxic substance causes severe health and development problems in children. There is not enough lead in lead paint to ...

JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The home Jade Shirey bought over a decade ago was a bargain and exactly what she needed for her growing family. But she knew it needed some touch-ups, and after a few years, she ...

Everyone is aware of the recent issues regarding water contamination by lead pipes, but few maintain an awareness of the ongoing issues with lead paint. It is estimated that 87% percent of the homes ...

But it’s been years since Newark largely dealt with its water problems, with the subsequent calm taking attention away from lead issues. Now the federal aid is running out, even as experts say lead ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It’s been nearly a year since Maggie Kerr’s two sons have played in their yard in Brewer’s Hill. The rental property next door, on ...

Lead-based paint is one of the leading causes of lead exposure among children. (AP Photo) From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us ...