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Residents near America's largest steel mill fight for cleaner air

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Gary, Indiana, is home to America's largest steel mill, and one of the nation's largest Black populations. As residents grapple with breathing in toxic air, some are fighting to make it cleaner.

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  • Residents in Gary, Indiana, are experiencing health issues potentially linked to industrial air pollution. 11s
  • EPA data shows Gary's steel mills emit more pollution than similar mills in other states. 1m 14s
  • Local officials are seeking stricter emission standards amid concerns about regulatory rollbacks. 1m 39s
  • Gary, with a predominantly Black and lower-income population, has not received the same federal support for pollution reduction as other communities. 2m 23s
  • Residents believe demographic factors may affect environmental action and continue to advocate for cleaner air. 3m 0s
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