"After One Year: East Palestine Still Divided and Pleading for Help Following Toxic Train Derailment"

One year after a toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, the cleanup efforts are nearing completion, but the community remains divided. While Norfolk Southern has spent over $800 million on the environmental cleanup, some residents continue to raise concerns about air and water quality, despite EPA assurances of safety. The crash has left lasting effects, with one business still closed and residents experiencing health issues. The community is split between those ready to move on and those seeking damages from Norfolk Southern, highlighting the ongoing challenges of recovery and reconciliation.