High Lead Levels Discovered In Chicago School’s Drinking Fountains

A water fountain at a Chicago Public School.
A water fountain at a Chicago Public School. Monica Eng / WBEZ
A water fountain at a Chicago Public School.
A water fountain at a Chicago Public School. Monica Eng / WBEZ

High Lead Levels Discovered In Chicago School’s Drinking Fountains

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School and city officials faced angry parents after high levels of lead were detected in 3 drinking fountains. Officials say they’ll test for lead contamination at all of the city’s public schools.

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