Neighbors of troubled St. Paul foundry pack courtroom as judge weighs permit revocation

Neighbors of troubled St. Paul foundry pack courtroom as judge weighs permit revocation

Folks living close to Northern Iron, a long-standing foundry in St. Paul’s East Side, filled a courtroom to voice their concerns about persistent pollution, including soot on their properties and fears about garden safety. The foundry has been a century in the making, but residents now argue it’s causing serious health and environmental issues. This case could set a precedent for how industrial pollution is managed and regulated, impacting similar communities nationwide.

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