FEMA employee fired for telling workers to ignore homes of Trump supporters
The agency did not say where the situation happened, but Gov. Ron DeSantis said it occurred in Florida, calling it "targeted discrimination."
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The agency did not say where the situation happened, but Gov. Ron DeSantis said it occurred in Florida, calling it "targeted discrimination."
Human-caused climate change fueled Hurricane Milton's rapid intensification, Climate Central says. As the impacts of climate change get worse faster, what, if anything, could reach Illinois now or in the future from hurricanes?
The for officials in Tinley Park was to ask their neighbors to donate supplies to take down south for those impacted.
The dogs traveled more than 1,000 miles to a suburban Palatine rescue and are looking for a new place to call home.
Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Cusack and his K-9 partner, Jake, returned from their longest search and rescue deployment, and now one can look forward to retirement.
Hurricane Milton killed at least 23 people when it tore across central Florida, flooding barrier islands and spawning deadly tornadoes.
According to Raoul, a simple solution is to avoid the middleman and give directly to charities in the region.
Millions of homes and businesses had no power in the days after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
Chicago area firefighters, and local volunteers from the American Red Cross, are among those who have hit the ground.
Chavie said she lost power and internet at both her home and her business, so she has not been able to check the cameras and see how things look.
According to a fact-checking unit, CBS News confirmed that FEMA has said money is not being diverted from disaster response needs. It also confirmed that online claims that the agency is only giving storm victims $750 are "misleading."
A dad, kids, and grandmother from Tampa all made it to Chicago, but mom was not able to leave due to her job.
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
CBS News Chicago caught up with Pattie Eakin, who is now back at her Mount Prospect home after two weeks helping people at a Red Cross shelter north of Tampa for Helene.
Hundreds of ComEd employees are going to Florida to help Tampa Electric.
Much of the area set to be hit by Hurricane Milton has been in shambles ever since Helene, which made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane.
Hurricane Milton previously reached as high as a Category 5 over the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida's central west coast.
The single mother had been sitting in bed holding sons Khyzier and Khazmir and chatting on the phone with family members while the storm raged outside their home in Thomson, Georgia.
About two dozen firefighters from 17 different departments were called on for their specialized equipment, boats, and unique skills as they race to rescue survivors.
They will be set up in the Chicago shelter system, but the organization says these new arrivals will strain the shelter's capacity.
The dogs will be flown in from Pasco County, Florida, all of them displaced by the storm.
Taylor County, Florida Sheriff Wayne Padgett said 90% of homes in Keaton Beach were "gone" after the storm.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper predicted the death toll would rise as rescuers reached areas isolated by collapsed roads and widespread flooding.
Hurricane Helene killed dozens of people, caused widespread destruction and knocked out power to millions of homes and businesses.
ComEd said it could take several days to turn the electricity back on for everyone affected by the hurricane.
Four people who were inside the store were taken to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Chicago police said the vendor, a 35-year-old man, was approached by a 30-year-old man, and then a brief struggle ensued.
Clouds linger Saturday due to a weak system over the Dakotas and Minnesota that will try to send moisture our way.
Williams, whose paintings now are celebrated around the world, and hanging in galleries, got his start in life and in art in the heart of the South Shore neighborhood.
An Englewood organizer who wants to be a positive change for his community took CBS News Chicago behind the scenes of his group's giveaway.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
It comes as Lebanese officials say at least 11 people were killed and 63 were hurt after a different Israeli strike in central Beirut overnight.
Several roads were closed in downtown Las Vegas as smoke and fire billowed and firefighters hosed down the flames. Fire officials said it found several vehicles on fire in the rail car Friday afternoon.
Australian police arrested three climate change activists Saturday. They said the protesters tried to disrupt ships at the country's largest coal port.
The agreement includes the U.S. and Mexico. Ford is the senior-most conservative elected official in Canada and his remarks about Mexican trade policy echo points raised by Donald Trump and the Republicans for the better part of a decade.
Donna Maddox, the regional director of the International Cat Association, talks more about the event.
Chicago police said the vendor, a 35-year-old man, was approached by a 30-year-old man, and then a brief struggle ensued.
The 53-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by the Holden-Shaddick family in Logan Square is wrapped with thousands of lights.
At least five robberies have been reported, with the latest happening on Wednesday.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Zach LaVine scored 26 points, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each had 20 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Atlanta Hawks 136-122 on Friday night in an NBA Cup game.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
