The Bay

Oakland’s Lead Funding Sits Untouched As Residents Face Exposure

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83% of Oakland’s rental housing may contain lead. Despite winning millions of dollars in settlement money from paint companies to help address the problem, the funds have remained unused as residents face potential exposure. 

This episode was updated for clarity. It was produced by Ericka Cruz Guevarra and Jessica Kariisa. It was edited by Alan Montecillo, and hosted by Ericka Cruz Guevarra.

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  • Toxic Inaction: Oakland’s lead funding languishes as residents live with serious health risks

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