A train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio spilled toxic chemicals into the air, ground, and water. Now the residents are left dealing with the aftermath, and looking for answers.
White House orders continued support for East Palestine derailmentA new executive order ensures Norfolk Southern will be accountable for cleanup costs in the community.
EPA to review toxic vinyl chloride after Ohio train derailmentThis evaluation process is expected to last for a minimum of three years.
Norfolk Southern seeks to dismiss lawsuit over Ohio derailmentResidents claim Norfolk Southern should be held liable for property damage and health issues, but the railroad says it's protected under federal law.
Norfolk Southern CEO speaks about train safety, derailment recoveryAlan Howard Shaw spoke about recovery efforts in East Palestine and new safety training for first responders.
East Palestine residents wait in limbo while cleanup continuesThree months after a train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, residents still are unsure whether they'll be able to return to their homes.
Norfolk Southern: East Palestine toxic derailment to cost $387 millionThe transport company announced its first-quarter profit figures, which included the $387 million estimated loss associated with the derailment.
Ohio Statehouse staffer accused of running East Palestine sham charityOhio Attorney General David Yost is suing an alleged sham charity director who is a former Ohio GOP Statehouse staffer.
Norfolk Southern overhauls exec payouts after Scripps News ProbeThe embattled railroad begins a “new strategy” for cash awards to top leaders after investigative reports led to calls for action by Congress members.
CDC investigators sick after studying East Palestine derailmentThe team assigned to assess derailment-related health impacts became sick with many of the same symptoms residents of East Palestine complained about.
Justice Department sues Norfolk Southern over toxic train derailmentThe lawsuit seeks to hold the company accountable and "ensure it pays the full cost of the environmental cleanup."
Lawmakers introduce legislation in response to Ohio train derailmentA bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers has introduced a second proposal that would strengthen rail industry regulations.
Pro-Moscow voices tried to steer Ohio train disaster debateAnonymous pro-Russian Twitter accounts spread fearmongering posts that preyed on legitimate concerns about pollution and health effects.
Mistrust stirs on East Palestine crisis as Ohio sues Norfolk SouthernLawmakers, state authorities and federal officials continued to meet on the Norfolk Southern Ohio derailment disaster as residents plead for action.
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over toxic train derailmentOhio's attorney general said the lawsuit aims to get payment for water and soil monitoring and for the cleanup and environmental damage.
Scripps News Survey: East Palestine residents still avoiding tap waterNews 5 Cleveland and Scripps News surveyed residents of East Palestine, Ohio, about the aftermath of the train derailment there.
Senator Merkley vows to press train CEO on cash awards after hearingSenator Merkley, disappointed in Norfolk Southern CEO testimony, will "absolutely" follow up with questions on cash awards revealed by Scripps News.
Norfolk Southern train derails hours before congressional hearingApproximately 30 cars derailed, but officials said there were no injuries or signs of chemical leaks.
Norfolk Southern CEO issues apology before Senate questioningCEO Alan Shaw was among the officials questioned by senators Thursday, nearly five weeks after the derailment in a small Ohio town.
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Congressman: Norfolk Southern exec 'should have disclosed' cash awardsDays after Scripps News revealed top railroad leaders got cash for lengthening trains and cutting costs, CEO Alan Shaw pledged to donate stock.
East Palestine families, business owners worry for uncertain futureFamilies and business owners in the Ohio town are worried for their livelihood in the aftermath of the train derailment and chemical spill.
NTSB launches special investigation into Norfolk Southern safetyCiting six “significant accidents” involving Norfolk Southern since December 2021, the NTSB said it will probe the company's safety issues.
Ohio still plagued with toxic chemicals 1 month after derailmentResidents are demanding transparency as clean up continues, one month after a Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Norfolk Southern to pay millions for derailment, governor saysNorfolk Southern will pay millions to fire departments for equipment that was contaminated and to help residents whose livelihoods were damaged.
Norfolk Southern issues safety plan after East Palestine derailmentNorfolk Southern says its plan is based on the NTSB's report that found the train's bearing temperature reached a critical level.
Big week ahead as Norfolk Southern CEO will testify before CongressA Norfolk Southern official is expected to share before lawmakers what they know about the East Palestine derailment.
NTSB to investigate another Ohio train derailmentFederal officials will be back in Ohio on Monday to investigate a train derailment in Springfield.
Another Norfolk Southern train derails in Ohio; no toxic materialsAbout 20 of the 212 cars on the Norfolk Southern train derailed, including four tankers identified with non-hazardous material.
Norfolk Southern holds 1st meeting in East Palestine since derailmentIt was the first time since the derailment four weeks ago that someone from Norfolk Southern participated in a formal town hall with residents.
Rail union says workers experiencing migraines in East PalestineA rail union leader says staff has safety concerns at the East Palestine train derailment site after some workers fell ill during the cleanup process.
Senate to question Norfolk Southern CEO on East Palestine derailmentThe hearing comes as senators introduce legislation that would strengthen regulations on the rail industry and stiffen punishments.
Ohio senators ready rail safety bill after fiery crashAll trains carrying hazardous materials would face new requirements under the bill, and rail carriers would need to create emergency response plans.
Railroad execs got cash, in part for 'record' train lengthA Scripps News investigation found Norfolk Southern gave top leaders millions of dollars in awards after they hit a controversial financial target.
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Contaminated waste shipments from Ohio derailment to resumeThe resumption announcement came a day after the Environmental Protection Agency ordered Norfolk Southern to "pause" shipments from the site.
Pres. Biden confirms no plans to visit East Palestine 'at this moment'President Joe Biden confirmed to reporters at the White House on Friday that he will not be going to East Palestine, Ohio "at this moment."
