More than a billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists around the world today are celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights. Also known as Deepavali, it is one of India’s most cherished holidays, ...

State crisis managers say severe cuts to federal security grants, restrictions on money intended for preparedness and funding delays tied to litigation are posing a growing risk to their ability to ...

State officials on the front lines of preparing for natural disasters and responding to emergencies say severe cuts to federal security grants, restrictions on money intended for readiness and funding ...

Abstract: With the intensification of global warming, extreme weather events occur frequently, and substations are severely affected by natural disasters. In view of the importance of substation risk ...

FILE - Homeowner Daniel Olivas hugs Lorrie McMillan, a chaplain with Texans on Mission Disaster Relief, as he clears debris from his home, which was heavily damaged from flash floods along the ...

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Jayme McFadden is seeking his first term on the Altoona City Council, joining three incumbents on the Nov. 4 ballot for three open seats. Voters may select up to three candidates in the election.