disaster relief

Legislation by Democratic Congresswoman Julia Brownley would allow FEMA to drop rule which can hold up emergency housing funds for disaster victims.

Action prompted by issues with looting following Southern California's wildfires.

SherlterBox giving out solar lights, blankets, personal hygiene kits, and other essentials.

Tri-Counties Better Business Bureau officials say check out the charity you want to help, watch for click-bait and phishing scams online, and review crowdfunding requests.

ShelterBox President says already tough situation with millions of displaced people becomes more complex, as many try to return home.

ShelterBox supplied tents, water purifiers, other essentials to about 3000 people in Grenada

Money will help the non-profit prepare the community for future disasters.

Tighe helped build Direct Relief into the fifth largest charity in the United States.

Move will make FEMA money available to help local and state agencies with disaster recovery efforts from winter storms.

HUD Secretary also looks at efforts to tackle homelessness in the county.