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Last updated 9/23/19. Stay up to date with the latest news by followings @StopSterigenics twitter or accessing our facebook page.
9/23/2019
One Illinois: Stop Sterigenics rips IEPA EtO permit
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9/16/2019
WJBC: Some state lawmakers want to phase out the use of ethylene oxide
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9/15/2019
WGN: A breakdown of the latest issues surrounding the Sterigenics plant
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9/13/2019
ABC 7: Bill could phase out ethylene oxide by 2022; ban not soon enough, activists say
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WGN: Lawmakers introduce bill to phase out ethylene oxide emissions
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WBBM: State Lawmakers Introduce Bill To Eliminate Cancer-Causing Chemical Ethylene Oxide
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Capitol News Illinois: Legislators unveil bill to keep ethylene oxide emissions away from ‘densely populated regions’
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9/11/2019
Chicago Tribune: Letters: Do more to stop the ethylene oxide threat
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9/9/2019
Fox 32: 'Stop Sterigenics' reacts to judge's ruling that Willowbrook plant can reopen
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WTTW: Sterigenics Settlement: Controversial Company Gets Green Light from Judge
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9/7/2019
ABC 7: Judge rules to allow Sterigenics plant to reopen despite emissions concerns
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9/6/2019
Daily Herald: 'He's signing our death sentence': Ruling means Sterigenics plant could reopen
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Chicago Tribune: DuPage County judge rules that Sterigenics plant can reopen in Willowbrook
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WGN: Judge gives Sterigenics OK to reopen Willowbrook plant
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WBBM: Judge Approves Consent Order To Allow Sterigenics Plant To Reopen
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Chicago Sun Times: Judge approves agreement to reopen Sterigenics plant
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WTWW: The Week in Review: Sterigenics Ruling, Bears Flop
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9/5/2016
FOX 32: On eve of expected court ruling on Sterigenics, another lawsuit claims company caused cancer
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8/30/16
Chicago Tribune: A year later, fight against ethylene oxide persists: ‘These folks aren’t going away.’
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CRAIN'S Chicago: Was GTCR's investment in Sterigenics a bad bet?
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8/26/2019
Chicago Sun Times: NBC 5 anchor sues Sterigenics, links company’s emissions to his rare blood disease
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AJC: Explosion, gas leak raise fresh safety concerns at Sterigenics plant
 
8/20/2019
CBS 2 Chicago: 32 Victims File New Lawsuits Against Sterigenics
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8/9/2019
Bloomberg Environment: Illinois Cities Consider Eminent Domain to Stop Sterigenics (2)
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8/7/2019
The Center Square: Illinois lawmaker accuses state EPA of working with Sterigenics to reopen, reveals past brain tumor
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8/6/2019
CLTV: The Fight to Keep Sterigenics Closed in Willowbrook 
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8/2/2019
Chicago Tribune: Residents, local officials urge Illinois EPA to deny permit for Sterigenics to reopen in Willowbrook
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One Illinois: Hundreds protest against Sterigenics reopening
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WBBM: Willowbrook Residents Voice Their Opinion On Sterigencis At Public Meeting
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8/1/2019
WGN: Secret meeting, offer of money latest revelations in Sterigenics controversy
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NBC 5: Community Holds Another Rally Against Sterigenics
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CBS Chicago: Tempers Flare As Illinois EPA Holds Public Meeting On Sterigenics
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7/30/19
Senator files bill banning cancer-causing ethylene oxide emissions
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/7/30/20747965/senator-files-bill-banning-cancer-causing-ethylene-oxide-emissions
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7/26/19
Illinois Activists Join Georgians’ Fight Over Ethylene Oxide
https://www.wabe.org/lllinois-activists-join-georgians-fight-over-ethylene-oxide/
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Towns given a month to respond to plan for Stergenics to reopen Willowbrook facility
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/ct-sterigenics-court-ruling-tl-0801-20190726-wvmmhb3oxbddxaoy5vbd3jmbba-story.html
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7/25/19
More than half a million Americans exposed to toxic air pollution face cancer risks above EPA guidelines. Check the Tribune’s interactive map to see if you might be one of them.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/environment/ct-ethylene-oxide-cancer-risks-toxic-communities-20190725-myu4fm5lafhljpusnorznzlwpu-story.html
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Veterans of Toxic Air Fight Vow to Help Others
https://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20190725/veterans-of-toxic-air-fight-vow-to-help-others
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7/24/19
Judge Delays Ruling On Deal That May Allow Sterigenics To Reopen; Court To Allow More Public Input
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/07/24/sterigenics-agreement-reopen-delayed-dupage-county-judge/
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Sterigenics plant in Willowbrook to stay closed until at least September
https://wgntv.com/2019/07/24/sterigenics-plant-in-willowbrook-to-stay-closed-until-at-least-september/
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Judge delays reopening of suburban Sterigenics plant
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/judge-delays-reopening-of-suburban-sterigenics-plant
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Judge adds local municipalities as party to Sterigenics proceedings
https://www.capitolnewsillinois.com/Blog/Posts/428/Uncategorized/2019/7/Judge-adds-local-municipalities-as-party-to-Sterigenics-proceedings/blog-post/
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7/23/19
Lawmakers file brief to challenge Sterigenics consent order
https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2019/7/23/20707889/lawmakers-file-brief-challenge-sterigenics-consent-order-durkin-raoul
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Maps show zones with 100+ extra cases of cancer surrounding chemical plants
https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/maps-show-zones-with-100-extra-cases-of-cancer-surrounding-chemical-plants/85-72a85607-afa6-4703-80a1-59fbb6ae5765
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7/22/19
Lawyers Cry Foul on State Deal with Sterigenics
https://www.northernpublicradio.org/post/lawyers-cry-foul-state-deal-sterigenics
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7/19/19
Residents Unaware of Cancer-Causing Toxin in Air
https://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20190719/residents-unaware-of-cancer-causing-toxin-in-air
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Sterigenics in Willowbrook — no open or shut case
https://chicago.suntimes.com/columnists/2019/7/19/20701318/sterigenics-willowbrook-cancer-durkin-j-b-pritzker-kwame-raoul-rich-miller-capitol-fax
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Sterigenics clash could lead to special legislative session
https://www.capitolnewsillinois.com/Blog/Posts/420/Uncategorized/2019/7/Sterigenics-clash-could-lead-to-special-legislative-session/blog-post/
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7/18/19
Sterigenics Opponents Fight Proposed Deal to Reopen Plant
https://news.wttw.com/2019/07/18/sterigenics-opponents-fight-proposed-deal-reopen-plant#.XTErsOGvexU.twitter
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Sterigenics to Reopen Plant After Adding Emission Equipment
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/sterigenics-to-reopen-plant-after-adding-emission-equipment-512879261.html
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Willowbrook area community, politicians outraged over plan to reopen Sterigenics facility
https://abc7chicago.com/health/willowbrook-community-politicians-outraged-over-plan-to-reopen-sterigenics-facility/5404236/
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Suburban Republicans object to Sterigenics settlement
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20190718/suburban-republicans-object-to-sterigenics-settlement?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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Deal to reopen Sterigenics blasted by residents’ lawyers
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/7/18/20699603/sterigenics-willowbrook-reopen-agreement-criticized
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Suburban residents angry after deal to reopen Sterigenics
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/suburban-residents-angry-after-deal-to-reopen-sterigenics
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7/17/19
Sterigenics to reopen suburban plant after agreeing to limit release of cancerous gas
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/sterigenics-to-reopen-suburban-plant-after-agreeing-to-limit-release-of-cancerous-gas
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Sterigenics Willowbrook facility could reopen after company says deal reached with state
https://abc7chicago.com/health/sterigenics-says-its-reached-deal-with-state-to-reopen-willowbrook-facility/5402288/
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Sterigenics to reopen in Willowbrook
https://wgntv.com/2019/07/17/sterigenics-to-reopen-in-willowbrook/?utm_campaign=trueAnthem%3A+Trending+Content&utm_content=5d301a3d8e73cc000164efab&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=twitter
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Sterigenics to reopen Willowbrook plant after installing new equipment to reduce emissions of cancer-causing gas
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/environment/ct-sterigenics-reopening-illinois-agreement-20190717-nohc3jwnunbcjkvmsex4e2yyfe-story.html
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6/27/19
In a bid to reopen shuttered Willowbrook plant, Sterigenics proposes tighter controls on cancer-causing gas
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/environment/ct-sterigenics-cancer-new-permit-20190628-x7lylwptefbltluuuu3vac6xue-story.html
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6/24/19
Spurred By CBS 2 Investigation, Lawmakers Move Forward In Pushing For Ethylene Oxide Restrictions
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/06/24/spurred-by-cbs-2-investigation-lawmakers-move-forward-in-pushing-for-ethylene-oxide-restrictions/
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Officials, Willowbrook Residents Celebrate Signing Of 'Matt Haller Act' To Keep Sterigenics From Reopening
https://wbbm780.radio.com/willowbrook-matt-haller-act-signing-sterigenics
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5/31/19
Sterigenics created cancer risk 10 times higher than federal EPA standards in Willowbrook, new report says
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-epa-cancer-risks-20190529-story.html
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Ethylene Oxide Use Curbs in Illinois Expected to Become Law (1)
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/curbs-on-ethylene-oxide-use-in-illinois-expected-to-become-law?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=8B2AFE90-8612-11E9-ACFF-05A82AECE977
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5/30/19
EPA Air Rules to Clamp Down on Medical Sterilizer Plants (1)
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/epa-air-rules-to-clamp-down-on-medical-sterilizer-plants?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=5917CA1C-8349-11E9-8668-D77C2AECE977
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5/29/19
EPA: Residents within 1.5 miles of Willowbrook Sterigenics plant had up to 10 times higher risk of cancer
https://abc7chicago.com/health/epa-residents-within-a-mile-of-sterigenics-plant-had-up-to-10x-higher-risk-of-cancer/5322586/
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5/24/19
In wake of Sterigenics emissions, tighter controls clear Illinois House
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20190524/in-wake-of-sterigenics-emissions-tighter-controls-clear-illinois-house?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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Illinois Officials Push Controls of Medical Equipment Sterilizer
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/illinois-officials-push-controls-of-medical-equipment-sterilizer?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=7D671C86-816B-11E9-BA6C-9F952AECE977
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5/9/19
Hearing held on Sterigenics lawsuit as residents fight to permanently close plant
https://abc7chicago.com/health/states-lawsuit-against-sterigenics-in-court-thursday/5292299/
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Sterigenics critics urge governor to tour area around troubled plant
https://wgntv.com/2019/05/09/sterigenics-critics-urge-governor-to-tour-area-around-troubled-plant/
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Burr Ridge Requests To Join Willowbrook, Darien In 'Stop Sterigenics' Lawsuit
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/burr-ridge-requests-join-stop-sterigenics-lawsuit
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5/6/19
Sterigenics Plant to Stay Shuttered After Judge Tosses Lawsuit (1)
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/environment-and-energy/sterigenics-plant-to-stay-shuttered-after-judge-tosses-lawsuit
 
5/4/19
Vigil Held For Matt Haller, First Litigant To Pass Away After Filing Lawsuit Against Sterigenics
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/05/04/vigil-held-for-matt-haller-first-litigant-to-pass-away-after-filing-lawsuit-against-sterigenics/
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4/26/19
Health Experts Defend EPA IRIS on EtO Cancer Risk
https://www.nrdc.org/experts/jennifer-sass/health-experts-defend-epa-iris-eto-cancer-risk
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EPA's March air tests show levels of toxic gas in Willowbrook relatively low since Sterigenics was shut down in February
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-ethylene-oxide-final-air-monitoring-20190425-story.html
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4/14/19
Sterigenics and Me
https://jamescrandell.wordpress.com/2019/04/14/sterigenics-and-me/
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4/12/19
Congressional Dems call for EtO alternatives
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/4/12/congressional-dems-call-for-eto-alternatives
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4/10/19
EPA to Update Ethylene Oxide Limits Amid Sterigenics Concerns (Corrected)
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/epa-to-update-ethylene-oxide-limits-amid-sterigenics-concerns?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=BB994F24-5C59-11E9-B186-5A41B0E4A6B8
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4/3/19
Quigley chides EPA head on Sterigenics
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/4/3/quigley-chides-epa-head-on-sterigenics
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3/29/19
Study Confirms Elevated Levels of Cancer From Sterigenics Facility
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/study-confirms-elevated-levels-cancer-sterigenics-facility
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State finds more cancer than expected near Sterigenics plant
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-willowbrook-cancer-20190329-story.html
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Cancer Rate Higher Near Willowbrook Sterigenics Plant, Study Says
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/willowbrook-sterigenics-cancer-507864401.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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Higher rates of cancer detected near Sterigenics' Willowbrook facility, IDPH study finds
https://abc7chicago.com/health/higher-rates-of-cancer-detected-near-sterigenics-study-finds/5225370/
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Spike in cancer cases for people living near Sterigenics facility, state health officials say
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/spike-in-cancer-cases-for-people-living-near-sterigenics-facility-state-health-officials-say
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3/27/19
EPA Needs to Trust Its Own Scientists and Protect Us From Ethylene Oxide
https://blog.ucsusa.org/genna-reed/epa-needs-to-trust-its-own-scientists 
 
3/22/19
Air testing after Sterigenics was shut down shows 'rapid drop' in cancer-causing gas in Willowbrook, EPA official says
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-epa-air-quality-testing-20190320-story.html
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EPA testing finds drop in cancer-causing gas after Sterigenics shutdown
https://wgntv.com/2019/03/22/epa-testing-finds-drop-in-cancer-causing-gas-after-sterigenics-shutdown/
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Matt Haller, 45, Is First Litigant To Pass Away After Filing A Lawsuit Against Sterigenics: ‘To Think This Company Could Have Literally Been Behind My Death Is Shocking’
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/03/22/sterigenics-ethylene-oxide-matt-haller-death/
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3/20/19
Matt Haller, 45, Is First Litigant To Pass Away After Filing A Lawsuit Against Sterigenics
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/video/4050895-matt-haller-45-is-first-litigant-to-pass-away-after-filing-a-lawsuit-against-sterigenics/?fbclid=IwAR13QHRB-9e7lsi2rLexzh070iGflfRsvC9FeTnIBotxrHAVL0F6Pb5RmHE
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3/9/19
EPA records highest levels of cancer-causing gas near Sterigenics to date
https://wgntv.com/2019/03/09/epa-records-highest-levels-of-cancer-causing-gas-near-sterigenics-to-date/
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3/8/19
Highest levels of cancer-causing gas found in communities near Sterigenics since U.S. EPA began testing
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-epa-ethylene-oxide-testing-20190307-story.html
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3/7/19
EPA Says Ethylene Oxide Emissions Spike at Sterigenics Facility (1)
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/epa-says-ethylene-oxide-emissions-spike-at-sterigenics-facility-1?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=C358A9C2-41DC-11E9-8C51-A1BE4F017A06
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3/5/19
CASTEN MEETS WITH EPA REGION 5 ADMINISTRATOR KATHY STEPP
https://casten.house.gov/media/press-releases/casten-meets-epa-region-5-administrator-kathy-stepp
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3/4/19
Sterigenics Head Met Repeatedly With EPA Over Toxic Carcinogen
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/sterigenics-head-met-repeatedly-with-epa-over-toxic-carcinogen
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2/25/19
From discovery of a powerful chemical to shutting down Sterigenics: 160 years of ethylene oxide
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-sterigenics-eto-timeline-htmlstory.html
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2/24/19
A TALE OF TWO TOXIC CITIES
https://theintercept.com/2019/02/24/epa-response-air-pollution-crisis-toxic-racial-divide/
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2/22/19
EPA detects highest level of carcinogens at Illinois Sterigenics plant
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/epa-detects-highest-level-of-carcinogens-at-illinois-sterigenics-plant
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EPA detects highest level of carcinogens in Willowbrook since it began testing near Sterigenics
https://wgntv.com/2019/02/22/epa-detects-highest-level-of-carcinogens-in-willowbrook-since-it-began-testing-near-sterigenics/
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Senate GOP, Curran, take next step in Sterigenics shutdown
https://prairiestatewire.com/stories/511783221-senate-gop-curran-take-next-step-in-sterigenics-shutdown
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House hears testimony on Sterigenics, ethylene oxide emissions in advance of proposed legislation
https://prairiestatewire.com/stories/511783212-house-hears-testimony-on-sterigenics-ethylene-oxide-emissions-in-advance-of-proposed-legislation
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Former Sterigenics Worker Tells Of Leaking Ethylene Oxide At Plant
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/02/22/sterigenics-willowbrook-ethylene-oxide/#.XHDml-6TlYo.twitter
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2/21/19
Sterigenics pollution grabs attention of state lawmakers
http://www.fox32chicago.com/mornings/390788211-video
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Sterigenics Loses Round One At Federal Hearing Against Illinois EPA
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/02/21/sterigenics-loses-round-one-at-federal-hearing-against-illinois-epa/
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U.S. EPA records highest level of cancer-causing gas in Willowbrook since it began testing near Sterigenics
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-epa-air-testing-willowbrook-20190221-story.html
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More work ahead on Sterigenics
https://wtax-am.sagacom.com/?post_type=saga_news&p=48675&preview=true
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2/20/19
Federal judge denies Sterigenics' motion to lift ban on use of cancer-causing gas at Willowbrook plant
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-hearing-20190220-story.html
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Hinsdale hires firm to test air samples for ethylene oxide emissions from Sterigenics
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/hinsdale/news/ct-dhd-sterigenics-air-testing-lawsuit-tl-0228-story.html
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Judge denies Sterigenics temporary restraining order, Willowbrook facility remains closed
https://abc7chicago.com/health/judge-denies-sterigenics-temporary-restraining-order-willowbrook-facility-remains-closed/5147530/
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Federal Judge: SterigenicsTo Remain Closed
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/federal-judge-sterigenicsto-remain-closed
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Judge Declines to Reverse IEPA-Ordered Shutdown for Sterigenics
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/Sterigenics-asks-judge-to-reverse-IEPA-ordered-shutdown-506119271.html
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Sterigenics Loses Round One At Federal Hearing
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/video/4032953-sterigenics-loses-round-one-at-federal-hearing/#.XG3zNUtmNwU.twitter
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Sterigenics files emergency motion to reopen Willowbrook facility
https://wgntv.com/2019/02/20/facility-in-willowbrook-thats-facing-public-backlash-in-court/
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Judge refuses to order reopening Sterigenics plant
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/sterigenics-asks-judge-to-reverse-iepa-ordered-shutdown​
 
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2/19/19
Sterigenics files emergency motion to reopen Willowbrook facility
https://abc7chicago.com/health/sterigenics-files-emergency-motion-to-reopen-willowbrook-facility/5145774/?fbclid=IwAR1xWzOrKb7QFUmlenJuJytIyMabfp_NIOupbBdpCTqYEP2xrUrx2wtq7YE
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Willowbrook residents take Sterigenics battle to Springfield
https://wgntv.com/2019/02/19/willowbrook-residents-take-sterigenics-battle-to-springfield/
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Willowbrook residents call for permanent closure of Sterigenics
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/willowbrook-residents-call-for-permanent-closure-of-sterigenics
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Illinois Lawmakers Call For "Permanent" Solution to Sterigenics Pollution
https://www.northernpublicradio.org/post/illinois-lawmakers-call-permanent-solution-sterigenics-pollution
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Lake County residents push Trump, Pritzker EPAs for protection from same cancer-causing gas that shut down Sterigenics
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-ethylene-oxide-cancer-waukegan-gurnee-20190218-story.html
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The Accidental Activist
http://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magazine/March-2019/The-Grassroots-Fight-Against-Sterigenics/
 
2/18/19
Editorial: The Sterigenics clampdown: As U.S. EPA fiddles, Illinois EPA acts
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-sterigenics-epa-illinois-pritzker-20190217-story.html
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Residents celebrate news Sterigenics' use of ethylene oxide has been stopped, but seek a permanent ban
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dbr-sterigenics-closed-tl-0221-story.html
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2/16/19
Sterigenics shut down!
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/2/16/sterigenics-shut-down
 
Pritzker Shuts Down Sterigenics Chemical Plant After Community Pleas
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/pritzker-shuts-down-sterigenics-chemical-plant-after-community-pleas
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2/15/19
Illinois EPA shuts down Sterigenics
https://wgntv.com/2019/02/15/illinois-epa-shuts-down-sterigenics/
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Alarmed by cancer-causing ethylene oxide pollution, Gov. J.B. Pritzker orders shutdown of Sterigenics in Willowbrook
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-pritzker-sterigenics-shutdown-willowbrook-20190215-story.html
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Sterigenics Forced To Shutdown
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/video/4030330-sterigenics-forced-to-shutdown/
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Illinois EPA Shuts Down Willowbrook Sterigenics Friday Night, Mayor Says
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/health/illinois-epa-shut-down-willowbrook-sterigenics-mayor-505916021.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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Illinois EPA Shuts Down Suburban Sterigenics Plant
https://news.wttw.com/2019/02/15/illinois-epa-shuts-down-sterigenics-willowbrook
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Willowbrook Sterigenics plant shut down Friday night
https://abc7chicago.com/health/willowbrook-sterigenics-plant-shut-down-friday-night/5141207/
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IEPA issues “seal order” on Sterigenics plant
https://capitolfax.com/2019/02/15/iepa-issues-seal-order-on-sterigenics-plant/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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2/14/19
Action Needed to Protect Americans from Toxic EtO Pollution
https://www.nrdc.org/experts/dan-west/action-needed-protect-americans-toxic-eto-pollution
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Editorial: Time’s up, EPA. Solve the Sterigenics problem.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-sterigenics-epa-air-pollution-cancer-20190214-story.html
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Hold EPA accountable for EtO, say congressional Dems
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/2/14/hold-epa-accountable-for-eto-say-congressional-dems
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2/12/19
After CBS 2 Investigators Report, Senator Durbin Calls For Investigation Into Sterigenics
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/02/12/after-cbs-2-investigation-senator-durbin-calls-for-investigation-into-sterigenics/
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Suburban towns join lawsuits against Sterigenics and urge Illinois attorney general to shut company down
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dhd-sterigenics-towns-respond-tl-0214-story,amp.html?__twitter_impression=true
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Illinois Democrats go after EPA, file bills to crack down on ethylene oxide use
https://www.ilnews.org/news/health/illinois-democrats-go-after-epa-file-bills-to-crack-down/article_6d34e586-2f37-11e9-8a55-ff3e30cc4836.html#utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
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2/8/19
Lawmakers join call to stop Sterigenics from operating in Willowbrook
https://abc7chicago.com/health/lawmakers-join-call-to-stop-sterigenics-from-operating-in-willowbrook/5128496/
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Growing List Of People Calls For Sterigenics To Shut Down
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/02/08/sterigenics-shut-down-lipinski-willowbrook/#.XF78BxtifUQ.twitter
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Residents, Lawmakers Demand Trump Admin Shut Down Dangerous Plant
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/news/residents-lawmakers-demand-trump-admin-shut-down-sterigenics-plant
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2/6/19
EPA continues to study Illinois Sterigenics plant pollution
https://apnews.com/ec9fa65b462147e39699d34773e9ed6d
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EPA continues to study Illinois Sterigenics plant pollution
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/epa-continues-to-study-illinois-sterigenics-plant-pollution-1
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Pols increase calls for Sterigenics to be shut down
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/2/6/pols-call-for-sterigenics-shutdown
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Trump EPA confirms Sterigenics is emitting alarming levels of cancer-causing gas in Willowbrook but still won't take action
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-epa-sterigenics-ethylene-oxide-testing-cancer-20190205-story.html
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2/5/19
Willowbrook residents call for Sterigenics shutdown after latest tests
https://abc7chicago.com/health/willowbrook-residents-call-for-sterigenics-shutdown-after-latest-tests-/5122909/
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EPA finds high levels of cancer-causing chemicals near suburban Sterigenics plant
https://wgntv.com/2019/02/05/epa-finds-high-levels-of-cancer-causing-chemicals-near-suburban-sterigenics-plant/
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US EPA Releases New Sterigenics Air-Quality Metrics
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/us-epa-releases-new-sterigenics-air-quality-metrics-505383531.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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EPA detects fresh EtO spikes at Sterigenics sites
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/2/5/epa-data-find-new-ethylene-oxide-spikes-at-sterigenics
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2/3/19
Sterigenics Allegedly Covered Up Toxic Emissions, Operated Secret Plants, Former Workers Say
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2019/02/03/sterigenics-covered-up-toxic-emissions-operated-secret-plants/
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1/30/19
Congressional Dems charge EPA with 'capitulation'
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/1/30/congressional-dems-charge-epa-with-capitulation-on-eto-regs
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1/29/19
Hidden Sterigenics Chemical Cancer Assessment Worries Democrats (1)
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/hidden-sterigenics-chemical-cancer-assessment-worries-democrats-1
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Sen. Duckworth calls for oversight on EPA hiring
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/1/29/sen-duckworth-calls-for-epa-oversight
 
1/25/19
Illinois lawmakers demand answers about monitoring for cancer-causing chemical during government shutdown
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-medline-vantage-epa-letter-20190125-story.html
 
1/21/19
Duckworth, Durbin call for probe of EPA
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2019/1/21/duckworth-durbin-call-for-probe-of-epa-on-eto
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1/18/19
Halted Inspections at Sterigenics Plant Need EPA Probe: Senators
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/halted-inspections-at-sterigenics-plant-need-epa-probe-senators?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=2019-01-22T15%3A28%3A34
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1/3/19
Testing of Sterigenics facility to continue by private contractors during federal shutdown
https://www.ilnews.org/news/outdoorsenvironment/testing-of-sterigenics-facility-to-continue-by-private-contractors-during/article_723c6b04-0ec5-11e9-b2b2-f79fa73d38f4.html#utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
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12/20/18
Officials knew ethylene oxide was linked to cancer for decades. Here's why it's still being emitted in Willowbrook and Waukegan.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-met-ethylene-oxide-sterigenics-cancer-science-20181214-story.html
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Timeline: The history of ethylene oxide, from WWII food rations to suburban air pollution
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-sterigenics-eto-timeline-htmlstory.html
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12/19/18
1984 Document Details EPA's Concerns of Willowbrook Sterigenics Plant
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/sterigenics-willowbrook-503179191.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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12/17/18
Darien Renews Call For Sterigenics Shutdown
https://patch.com/illinois/darien-il/darien-renews-call-sterigenics-shutdown
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Willowbrook, Darien and Burr Ridge residents protest Sterigenics while towns do independent tests
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/oak-brook/news/ct-dob-sterigenics-protest-tl-1220-story.html
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12/16/18
Toxic pollution from Sterigenics protests
https://www.ktbs.com/news/health/toxic-pollution-from-sterigenics-protests/article_6058664c-0158-11e9-a4cf-0778bd93ecd9.html
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Neighbors of Sterigenics plant in Willowbrook take to the streets
http://chronicleillinois.com/news/dupage-county-news/neighbors-of-sterigenics-plant-in-willowbrook-take-to-the-streets/
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‘It’s Disgraceful’: Illinois Residents Demand Change after Cancer-Causing Chemicals Found at Sterigenics Facility
https://fox40.com/2018/12/16/its-disgraceful-residents-demand-change-after-cancer-causing-chemicals-found-at-sterigenics-facility/
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12/15/18
‘It’s disgraceful’: Residents demand change after cancer-causing chemicals found at Sterigenics facility
https://wgntv.com/2018/12/15/its-disgraceful-residents-demand-change-after-cancer-causing-chemicals-found-at-sterigenics-facility/
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Protesters rally against toxic pollution from Sterigenicshttps://www.clickondetroit.com/news/protesters-rally-against-toxic-pollution-from-sterigenics?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wdiv4
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12/14/18
Illinois AG representative plans to meet with Willowbrook officials over Sterigenics
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20181214/illinois-ag-representative-plans-to-meet-with-willowbrook-officials-over-sterigenics
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12/13/18
Regulators Test Water at 70 Homes Near Sterigenics in Willowbrook
https://news.wttw.com/2018/12/13/regulators-test-water-70-homes-near-sterigenics-willowbrook
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EPA Tests Water at Homes Near Willowbrook Sterigenics Plant
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/epa-testing-water-near-sterigenics-plant-in-willowbrook-502706831.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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VILLAGE MAYOR SEEKS STERIGENICS SHUTDOWN
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/12/13/sterigenics-protest
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Water samples to be taken from homes near Sterigenics
https://wgntv.com/2018/12/13/water-samples-to-be-taken-from-homes-near-sterigenics/
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Tests To Check For Drinking Water Pollution Near Sterigenics Site
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2018/12/13/sterigenics-drinking-water-well-testing-ethylene-oxide-pollution/
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12/10/18
Shut Down Illinois Medical Equipment Sterilizer, House Member Says
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/shut-down-illinois-medical-equipment-sterilizer-house-member-says
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12/7/18
New EPA data reveals cancer-causing chemical still present near Sterigenics
https://abc7chicago.com/health/new-epa-data-reveals-cancer-causing-chemical-still-present-near-sterigenics/4856343/
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New EPA tests near Sterigenics show ethylene oxide cancer risks haven't disappeared
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-epa-new-air-testing-cancer-20181207-story.html
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12/3/18
Selle: Feds tackle pollution risks as locals watch from sidelines
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/opinion/ct-lns-selle-gurnee-waukegan-ethylene-oxide-st-1204-story.html
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EPA will continue to monitor Sterigenics emissions
http://chronicleillinois.com/news/cook-county-news/epa-we-will-continue-to-monitor-sterigenicsepa-we-will-continue-to-monitor-sterigenics-willowbrook-sterilization/
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Lawmakers Aim to Close EPA Loopholes in Wake of Sterigenics Scare
https://news.wttw.com/2018/12/03/lawmakers-aim-close-epa-loopholes-wake-sterigenics-scare
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11/30/18
Hundreds demand answers from EPA officials, closing of Sterigenics in Willowbrook
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20181130/hundreds-demand-answers-from-epa-officials-closing-of-sterigenics-in-willowbrook?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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Carcinogen in Illinois Air to Get Review, Standards From EPA (1)
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/carcinogen-in-illinois-air-to-get-review-standards-from-epa?utm_source=twitter-a&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=1pm
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Duckworth hosts roundtable on Sterigenics concerns
https://wgntv.com/2018/11/30/duckworth-hosts-roundtable-on-sterigenics-concerns/
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Congressional Dems Demand New EtO Limits
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/11/29/congressional-dems-demand-new-eto-standards
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Sterigenics lawsuit calls for answers over toxic emissions
http://www.fox32chicago.com/mornings/376123069-video
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New documents reveal how Sterigenics, other companies were allowed to vent cancer-causing gas into communities
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-willowbrook-ethylene-oxide-pollution-20181128-story.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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11/29/18
Sterigenics lawsuit goes to court Thursday, EPA holds packed forum in Willowbrook
https://abc7chicago.com/health/sterigenics-lawsuit-goes-to-court-thursday/4787453/
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Calls For Closure Of Sterigenics After Claims It Emits Cancer-Causing Gas
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2018/11/29/sterigenics-willowbrook-meeting/
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Hundreds of residents grill EPA officials over Sterigenics toxic emissions
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/hundreds-of-residents-grill-epa-officials-over-sterigenics-toxic-emissions
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Residents speak out at EPA forum to address health concerns in Willowbrook
https://wgntv.com/2018/11/29/epa-to-hold-forum-to-address-health-concerns-in-willowbrook/
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11/15/18
Editorial: The Sterigenics scare: U.S. EPA owes DuPage and Lake emissions safety standards
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-sterigenics-ethylene-oxide-cancer-20181113-story.html
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CONGRESSIONAL DEMOCRATS PRESS EPA ON ETO
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/11/15/members-of-congress-press-epa-on-eto
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Lawmakers Look To Further Regulate Ethylene Oxide Emissions
http://www.nprillinois.org/post/lawmakers-look-further-regulate-ethylene-oxide-emissions#stream/0
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Senators want answers on Sterigenics
https://wtax.com/news/101101-senators-want-answers-on-sterigenics/
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11/14/18
Sterigenics plant under discussion in Springfield
http://www.wjbc.com/2018/11/14/sterigenics-plant-under-discussion-in-springfield/
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Scientist paid by chemical industry says cancer hot spot not linked to suburban plant
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/scientist-paid-by-chemical-industry-says-cancer-hot-spot-not-linked-to-suburban-plant
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11/11/18
EDITORIAL: Don’t leave us clueless about toxic chemicals in the air we breathe
https://chicago.suntimes.com/opinion/ethylene-oxide-cancer-gurnee-waukegan-willowbrook/
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11/8/18
Sen. Dick Durbin calls for expanded probe of Trump EPA after more cancer risks revealed in Lake County
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-dick-durbin-epa-lake-county-cancer-investigation-20181107-story.html
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11/5/18
'OUTRAGEOUS': CANCER SCARE HITS LAKE COUNTY
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/11/5/simply-outrageous-lake-county-firms-added-to-cancer-scare
 
11/2/18
2 Lake County polluters emit same cancer-causing gas as Sterigenics, but authorities haven't warned the public
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-lake-county-cancer-risks-pollution-20181028-story.html
 
SENATORS SEEK EPA PROBE ON STERIGENICS
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/11/2/durbin-duckworth-foster-ask-epa-probe-on-sterigenics
 
Durbin, Duckworth, Foster want probe of Trump EPA response to Sterigenics cancer risks
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-durbin-duckworth-foster-sterigenics-trump-epa-investigation-20181102-story.html
 
2 Lake County Facilities Emit Same Cancer-Causing Gas as Sterigenics: EPA
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/2-Lake-County-Facilities-Also-Emit-Same-Cancer-Causing-Gas-as-Sterigenics-EPA-499445261.html
 
Nasty Illinois governor's race could be most expensive in U.S. history
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2018/11/02/ill-governors-race-nasty-contest-could-costliest-u-s-history/1849262002/
 
10/31/18
SUIT FILED TO SHUT DOWN STERIGENICS
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/10/31/suit-filed-to-shutter-sterigenics
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10/30/18
Citing cancer risks, Lisa Madigan, DuPage prosecutor urge court to shut down Sterigenics in Willowbrook
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-lisa-madigan-dupage-sterigenics-lawsuit-20181029-story.html
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Illinois Attorney General, DuPage County Prosecutor Sue Sterigenics Over Carcinogenic Emissions
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2018/10/30/illinois-attorney-general-dupage-county-prosecutor-sue-sterigenics-over-carcinogenic-emissions/
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Sterigenics plant faces air pollution lawsuit
https://wgntv.com/2018/10/30/sterigenics-plant-faces-air-pollution-lawsuit/
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Sterigenics plant faces air pollution lawsuit
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/Sterigenics-Plant-Faces-Air-Pollution-Lawsuit-499048061.html
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Illinois Attorney General files lawsuit against Sterigenics over air pollution
https://www.ilnews.org/news/justice/illinois-attorney-general-files-lawsuit-against-sterigenics-over-air-pollution/article_8c9fa1f0-dc7f-11e8-b932-3b05666bc449.html
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llinois AG files lawsuit against Sterigenics over alleged toxic air pollution violations
https://abc7chicago.com/health/illinois-ag-files-lawsuit-against-sterigenics-over-alleged-toxic-air-pollution-violations-/4584003/
 
Cancer-Causing Chemicals Prompt Lisa Madigan and DuPage County To Ask State To Close Sterigenics In Willowbrook
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2018/10/30/cancer-sterigenics/
 
DuPage County Sterigenics plant faces air pollution lawsuit
http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/local/dupage-county-sterigenics-plant-faces-air-pollution-lawsuit-1
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10/29/18
Rauner Says Lisa Madigan Doing Father's Bidding on Sterigenics
https://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/ward-room/Rauner-Says-Lisa-Madigan-Doing-Fathers-Bidding-on-Sterigenics-498918701.html
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10/26/18
Trump and Rauner administrations knew about Sterigenics cancer risks months before telling public
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-early-warning-hidden-from-public-20181025-story.html
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Lisa Madigan: Rauner's office hid health dangers of Willowbrook Sterigenics plant for months
https://abc7chicago.com/health/lisa-madigan-rauners-office-hid-health-dangers-of-willowbrook-sterigenics-plant-for-months/4561426/
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"My Family Has Been Plagued': Willowbrook Residents Raise Cancer Concerns About Sterigenics at Senate Committee Hearing
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/health/willowbrook-residents-raise-sterigenics-concerns-at-senate-committee-hearing-498718611.html
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10/25/18
Chemical industry bought TV ads to thank Rep. Peter Roskam just before Sterigenics became hot issue
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-peter-roskam-chemical-industry-sterigenics-20181022-story.html
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10/21/18
Andrea Thome is fighting to stop Sterigenics: "They need to rethink the way they do business." 
https://wgnradio.com/2018/10/21/andrea-thome-is-fighting-to-stop-sterigenics-theyre-a-big-billion-dollar-corporation-they-need-to-rethink-the-way-theyre-doing-business/
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10/10/18
Nick in the AM: Jim Home joins call for shutdown of Sterigenics Facility
https://www.pjstar.com/news/20181010/nick-in-am-jim-thome-joins-call-for-shutdown-of-sterigenics-facility
 
10/9/18
Morning Spin: Democrat J.B. Pritzker takes on Gov. Bruce Rauner over Sterigenics plant in new ad
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/politics/ct-met-morning-spin-rauner-pritzker-sterigenics-ad-20181008-story.html
 
GOP incumbent criticized over slow response to toxic emissions at plant in Chicago suburbs
https://thinkprogress.org/gop-incumbent-criticized-over-slow-response-to-toxic-emissions-at-plant-in-chicago-suburbs-7fb23bd1dd76/
 
Burr Ridge to spend up to $80,000 on air testing due to Sterigenics concerns
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dbr-sterigenics-air-testing-tl-1011-story.html
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10/8/18
What's in the Air in Willowbrook?
https://www.facebook.com/OneIllinoisMedia/posts/314398069347520/
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10/3/18
In about-face, Gov. Bruce Rauner calls for Sterigenics shutdown after weeks of downplaying cancer risks
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-bruce-rauner-sterigenics-shutdown-20181002-story.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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Gov. Rauner calls for Sterigenics shutdown after downplaying cancer risks
https://wgntv.com/2018/10/03/gov-rauner-calls-for-sterigenics-shutdown-after-downplaying-cancer-risks/
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Illinois EPA Calls On Attorney General to Shut Down Sterigenics Willowbrook Plant
http://www.northernpublicradio.org/post/illinois-epa-calls-attorney-general-shut-down-sterigenics-willowbrook-plant
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Candidates for Illinois Governor Shift Focus to Sterigenics Health Risks
https://www.nbcchicago.com/on-air/as-seen-on/governor-race-turns-focus-to-sterigenics-health-risks-495097591.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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EDITORIAL: Shut medical equipment sterilization plant until air around it safe
https://chicago.suntimes.com/?post_type=cst_article&p=1402760
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Residentes de Willowbrook exigen el cierre de una planta de Sterigenics por contaminación tóxica
https://www.univision.com/chicago/wgbo/noticias/contaminacion/residentes-de-willowbrook-exigen-el-cierre-de-una-planta-de-sterigenics-por-contaminacion-toxica-video
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10/2/18
`Elevated Cancer Risk’ at Sterigenics Illinois Facility: State Regulators
https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/elevated-cancer-risk-at-sterigenics-illinois-facility-state-regulators?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=ehsdesk&utm_campaign=2pm
 
SHUT DOWN STERIGENICS: Andrea and Jim Thome Lead Calls by West-Suburban Residents to Close Sterilization Firm
https://www.oneillinois.com/stories/2018/10/2/sterigenics-protest
 
Illinois EPA orders Sterigenics to cease operations in Willowbrook until safety review complete
https://abc7chicago.com/health/il-epa-orders-sterigenics-to-cease-operations-in-willowbrook-until-safety-review-complete/4395305/
 
'They Need to Leave': Sterigenics Plant Near WIllowbrook Could Face Temporary Shutdown
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/sterigenics-willowbrook-494972601.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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9/30/18
Sen. John Curran on the troubling case of Sterigenics
https://wgnradio.com/2018/09/30/sen-john-curran-on-the-troubling-case-of-sterigenics/
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9/28/18
After weeks of public outrage about Sterigenics, Trump EPA to test air in surrounding neighborhoods
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-willowbrook-trump-epa-testing-20180927-story.html
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9/26/18
Andrea Thome believes carcinogenic emissions from Sterigenics in Willowbrook sickened family
https://abc7chicago.com/health/willowbrook-woman-believes-carcinogenic-emissions-sickened-family/4346345/
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Willowbrook's Sterigenics Stalemate Persists
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/willowbrook-sterigenics-494449421.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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9/25/18
The Urgent Sterigencis Question in Dupage: How Much Cancer Risk? 
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-sterigenics-cancer-risk-willowbrook-20180925-story.html
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9/21/18
Trump, Rauner have the power to shut down a toxic Willowbrook plant. Will they use it?
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-cancer-risks-politics-20180919-story.html
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Rauner EPA withholds Sterigenics records from attorney general until local Republicans intervene
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-sterigenics-bruce-rauner-lisa-madigan-20180920-story.html
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9/20/18
Willowbrook Cancer Survivor Sues Sterigenics
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/willowbrook-sterigenics-lawsuit-493892461.html
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Lawsuits filed claiming suburban company’s emissions are making people sick
https://wgntv.com/2018/09/20/lawsuits-filed-claiming-suburban-companys-emissions-are-making-people-sick/
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9/19/18
The Poisoning of Willowbrook
https://capitolfax.com/2018/09/19/the-poisoning-of-willowbrook/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
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About That Big, Potentially Cancerous Swath of Streeterville
Amid the outcry over a Willowbrook factory’s emissions, we look at other potentially harmful pockets around Chicago.
http://www.chicagomag.com/city-life/September-2018/About-That-Big-Potentially-Cancerous-Swath-of-Streeterville/
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9/13/18
State Sen. John Curran on Gun Dealer Licensing, Willowbrook Air Quality Issues (start at 5 minutes, 13 seconds)
https://cltv.com/2018/09/12/state-sen-john-curran-on-gun-dealer-licensing-willowbrook-air-quality-issues/
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9/11/18
Burr Ridge residents raise concerns about Sterigenics chemical releases
http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dbr-sterigenics-concerns-tl-0913-story.html
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9/10/18
Willowbrook Residents Want Sterigenics Plant Shuttered Amid Health Scare
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/Willowbrook-Residents-Want-Plant-Shuttered-Amid-Health-Scare-492914241.html?_osource=SocialFlowTwt_CHBrand
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9/8/18
Politicians Call For Sterigenics Shutdown
https://wbbm780.radio.com/articles/news/politicians-call-sterigenics-shutdown
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9/5/18
Curran measure aims to protect residents, improve communication
http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/community/chi-ugc-article-curran-measure-aims-to-protect-residents-imp-2018-09-05-story.html
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Under scrutiny for use of harmful chemical, Sterigenics to test emissions control upgrades
http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dhd-sterigenics-d86-tl-0913-story.html
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9/1/18
Residents and politicians take action to stop emissions from plant in Willowbrook that EPA says are harmful
http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dbr-sterigenics-protest-tl-0906-story.html
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8/31/18
Residents outraged after EPA report links Willowbrook facility to carcinogens
https://wgntv.com/2018/08/31/residents-protest-outside-willowbrook-facility-over-carcinogen-concerns/
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8/30/18
Residents outraged by EPA pollution report call for Willowbrook Sterigenics plant to close
http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dbr-willowbrook-sterigenics-public-reaction-tl-0906-story.html
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8/28/18
High cancer risk in southeast DuPage County linked to company co-owned by Rauner's former firm
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-dupage-cancer-pollution-rauner-20180827-story.html
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Willowbrook residents concerned about emission of carcinogenic gas from local company 
https://abc7chicago.com/health/willowbrook-residents-concerned-about-emission-of-carcinogenic-gas-from-local-company/4081127/
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8/27/18
Residents Concerned After Report Says Willowbrook Company Emissions Could Be Harmful
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/federal-report-sparks-concerns-willowbrook-company-emissions-could-be-harmful-491849471.html
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Emissions from Willowbrook company could be harmful to residents, federal report says
http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/burr-ridge/news/ct-dbr-willowbrook-sterigenics-tl-0830-story.html
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