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High levels of lead found in popular protein powders, new report finds

A new Consumer Reports investigation uncovered a hidden risk in protein powders and shakes -- some of these supplements contain concerning levels of lead.

5 On Your Side: High levels of lead found in some protein powders

A new Consumer Reports investigation uncovered a hidden risk in protein powders and shakes -- some of these supplements contain concerning levels of lead.

5 On Your Side: Some protein powders and shakes contain high levels of lead

A new Consumer Reports investigation uncovered a hidden risk in protein powders and shakes -- some of these supplements contain concerning levels of lead.

Fort Bragg to begin testing soil near homes built before 1978 for lead

Fort Bragg is starting to test soil samples in residential areas with homes built before 1978 to determine if dangerous levels of lead are present.

5 On Your Side: High lead levels found in three major food recalls in September

5 On Your Side reports three major food recalls in September involved high levels of lead.

5 On Your Side: Three recalls for major foods containing lead

5 On Your Side reports three major food recalls in September involved high levels of lead.

Cost to fix lead in Durham's parks could be much higher than state originally estimated

Initial estimates from the State's Department of Environmental Quality estimate the cost of fixing the high levels of lead in five Durham parks at roughly $10.5 million. Yet, a similar situation in Greensboro is calling that estimate into question, suggesting it could be much higher.

Durham parks contaminated with lead could remain shuttered through 2025, officials say

During an update to soil testing of several Durham parks Monday night, officials said some sections could remain closed off through the end of the year, and longer.

Durham Parks & Rec to give update on lead in parks Monday

On Monday, we will learn more about work being done to get lead out of five parks in Durham.

NC gets $619,000 to test, reduce lead in drinking water at schools, child care centers

North Carolina will get $619,000 to test for lead in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.

Changes coming after lead poisoning scare involving children's snack, health officials say

North Carolina health officials were first to discover high lead levels in Wanabana Apple Cinnamon fruit pouches last year.

Pritchard Strong, 5 on Your Side producer

What lies below: WRAL Investigates old landfill sites across NC that sit under playgrounds, businesses and more

After five Durham parks were partially shut down after lead was detected in the soil because they were built on top of old landfills, WRAL Investigates wondered what else is under the surface of areas where people play.

Randall Kerr, WRAL Investigates producer

Durham to conduct more soil tests of parks contaminated with lead

New fencing is being installed at five Durham parks as North Carolina continues to test parks across the state for lead.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

Elevated levels of lead, other chemicals found at Chapel Hill park near Estes Drive, town says

The town of Chapel Hill announced Friday it's closing a section of one of its parks due to elevated levels of lead and other chemicals.

WRAL staff

Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff visits Durham to announce funding for lead mitigation in schools and daycares

Douglas Emhoff visited Durham Tuesday to announce a new grant of $1.3 million to support continued lead testing in schools and daycare centers across North Carolina.

Liz McLaughlin, WRAL Climate Change Reporter

Durham considers $5 million in new budget for lead in parks

After lead was found in the soil at five parks across Durham, fixing the issue could be part of the city's upcoming budget.

Lead in soil at Durham parks: Proposed city budget calls for a fix

After lead was found in the soil at five parks across Durham, fixing the issue could be part of the city's upcoming budget.

Monica Casey, WRAL reporter

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 2

A look at how North Carolina members of Congress voted during the previous week.

Targeted News Service

Parent sues Kraft Heinz over heavy metals in Lunchables

Kraft Heinz Foods is being sued after a report about the heavy metal content in Lunchables.

Pritchard Strong, WRAL consumer producer

Experts warn Lunchables contain high levels of lead and sodium

According to a Consumer Reports study, a variety of Lunchables snacks contain high levels of sodium and lead.

Lead water pipes need to be replaced nationwide. NC small towns are struggling with the cost

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to replace more than 9 million lead water pipes across the country, but it's a large lift for some small towns like Mount Olive.

Shelle Jackson, WRAL reporter

"No safe level" of lead: Durham residents fight for safe playgrounds after closures

Residents in Durham are demanding a solution from the City Council to ensure safe play areas for children.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

'This is about our health': Durham City Council to discuss proposal to clean lead-contaminated parks at Monday meeting

Durham City leaders will discuss the Durham Parks and Recreation Department's (DPR) proposal to clean up five parks contaminated by lead and other toxins during their meeting on Monday.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL anchor/reporter

More areas in 5 Durham parks restricted due to elevated lead levels, new EPA guidlines

Durham will fence off more parkland due to lead. According to documents provided to WRAL News, additional fencing will be added to 35 acres in five parks with high lead levels.

35 more areas of Durham parks to be fenced off due to lead contamination, new EPA guidelines

According to documents provided to WRAL News, additional fencing will be added to 35 areas in five parks with high lead levels.

WRAL staff