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Looking at life in East Palestine, Ohio 3 years after massive train derailment

Video screenshot of the vent and burn operation in East Palestine, Ohio, February 6, 2023.
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Video screenshot of the vent and burn operation in East Palestine, Ohio, February 6, 2023.

It’s been three years since East Palestine, Ohio residents lived through a train derailment and chemical burn that released more than one million pounds of vinyl chloride and other industrial chemicals into the air and water.

Residents have reported ongoing medical issues and federal rail safety legislation remains stalled.

What’s the status of the $600 million pledged by Norfolk Southern?

We're talking about all sides of the this issue this hour.

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