North Texas storm damage: How to get FEMA aid, state assistance
FEMA runs the Individuals and Households Program that provides longer-term assistance for underinsured expenses and serious needs.
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FEMA runs the Individuals and Households Program that provides longer-term assistance for underinsured expenses and serious needs.
Sen. John Cornyn says talks are progressing to end the DHS shutdown as TSA staffing shortages disrupt airports, while a new poll shows him trailing Ken Paxton.
David Richardson's resignation comes amid mounting criticism over FEMA's response to the devastating Central Texas floods in July, which claimed more than 130 lives.
The governor said search parties still include many out-of-state volunteers and dog teams.
"One minute you've lost everything you have and the next minute you feel blessed and full of hope," said Georgia "Cooney" Wells.
More than a week after deadly floods struck Central Texas, search and rescue teams are continuing to probe debris for those still missing.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency included Camp Mystic in a "Special Flood Hazard Area" in its National Flood Insurance map for Kerr County, Texas, in 2011.
As the Texas flood death toll surpasses 100, Gov. Abbott vows to keep searching until every missing person is found.
Retired Fort Worth police officer Jamie Stanford said her faith and her Texas pride drove her to Kerrville this week.
It was not clear to staff whether FEMA's David Richardson meant it literally or as a joke, but current and former employees who spoke with CBS News said the comment flustered many.
Acting FEMA Administrator David Richardson warns FEMA personnel in first all-hands meeting, saying "I and I alone speak for FEMA."
The decision to reshape the hiring process for the agency's disaster relief foot soldiers comes just months before hurricane season.
The cancellation of courses at National Fire Academy comes as the federally funded institution was set to welcome a new set of fire safety officers for training next week.
The president said the Federal Emergency Management Agency has been too bureaucratic and slow in its response to disasters.
The agency did not say where the situation happened, but Gov. Ron DeSantis said it occurred in Florida, calling it "targeted discrimination."
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
During his remarks, President Biden also accused former President Trump of leading the "onslaught of lies" about hurricane aid.
Severe weather ripped through North Texas April 26 through June 5, including several powerful tornadoes.
A CBS News investigation found numerous examples across the U.S. where emergency officials failed to issue timely alerts to warn the public about safety threats — or never issued an alert at all.
FEMA and the FCC launched a nationwide test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday.
How officials managed the wildfires on Maui has come under scrutiny as the natural disaster becomes the deadliest in Hawaii's history as a state.
Disaster City is a 52-acre complex with more than a dozen disaster scenarios designed to prepare elite rescue teams to learn to save lives.
The program has paid out more than 21,000 reimbursements in Texas and California, which have both reported more than 74,000 COVID-19 deaths.
U.S. Marines and Sailors from Camp Pendleton, California deployed on Feb. 19, to support the Arlington vaccination center at Globe Life Field.
Dallas is one of two locations in Texas where a COVID-19 vaccination "super site", operated in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, could open soon.
New fires are burning across North Texas as the Ross Fire continues its destructive path.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
The city expects at least $1.8 million in public safety costs, with street closures, protest zones, and transit disruptions planned around American Airlines Center.
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
The USDA says ground beef now averages $6.89 a pound, up 57% over the past five years.
New fires are burning across North Texas as the Ross Fire continues its destructive path.
The Ross wildfire has burned more than 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forcing evacuations, closing roads and disrupting schools.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
The city expects at least $1.8 million in public safety costs, with street closures, protest zones, and transit disruptions planned around American Airlines Center.
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
The Republican Party is bringing a national midterm convention to Dallas in September as it looks to rally voters and maintain control of Congress in November.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
U.S. District Judge David Hittner originally ruled the law was unconstitutional in September 2023.
The attack brings the number of people killed in such strikes by the U.S. military in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea to at least 227.
The committee said the president will appear on both nights with a keynote address on the second night.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Many North Texas Native Americans celebrated Pete's debut Saturday with joy.
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
