EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS:
We are announcing our latest Localize It workshop of 2026 happening on Monday, August 10 focused on sewage infrastructure.
These workshops offer practical support to AP customers and content is tailored for our U.S. members.
Here’s what to expect:
— Help interpreting and navigating data
— Ideas for local storylines
— Source recommendations
— Q&A with AP reporters and editors
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COMING MONDAY
LOCALIZE IT: THE HEALTH OF YOUR LOCAL SEWAGE SYSTEMS
Register now: Localize It workshop series (next event MONDAY, August 10, 1 p.m. ET)
Many communities around the United States have aging and decrepit wastewater systems that can put residents’ health and homes at risk, particularly in heavy rains or floods.
This session will cover the long-standing issue of aging sewage infrastructure, the loss of funding for some communities under the Trump administration and DOGE, and how to look at EPA wastewater data to check for violations in your area.
WHEN:
— Monday, August 10, at 1 p.m. ET. Register for the workshop here to attend live or receive the recording.
WHO:
— Tammy Webber, AP reporter
— Michael Phillis, AP reporter
— M.K. Wildeman, AP data reporter
SOME OF AP'S RELATED COVERAGE:
Poor communities threatened by aging sewers see crucial aid slashed under Trump
Takeaways from AP reporting on Trump administration cuts affecting US water systems
Human waste backing up in basements is a gut-churning sign of US infrastructure problems
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You may share these invitations with anyone in your newsroom who would like to attend. If your schedule prevents you from attending, we still encourage you to register, as we will share a recording link with everyone who registers.
Questions and feedback can be directed to the Local News Success team, at localizeit@ap.org
