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West Plant Explosion (credit: Getty Images)

FEMA Denies Assistance To West After Deadly Explosion

The small city of West that was rocked by a powerful and deadly explosion is being jolted again: This time by FEMA.

2013/06/12

West Plant Explosion (credit: Getty Images)

Requirements Vary For FEMA Disaster Assistance

The individual victims of the West explosion are getting help. But the announcement that FEMA has denied disaster money, to help rebuild infrastructure destroyed in April’s fertilizer plant explosion, directly affects the city’s request for help.

CBS 11–2013/06/12

Carnegie Hero Fund

Texan Among Carnegie Hero Medal Honorees

A Texan is among the heroes who were honored for risking their lives to save another person. The 21-year-old will be awarded a medal from The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission.

2012/12/19

People make their way across Canal Street on August 28, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana. New Orleans is bracing for the approach of Hurricane Isaac. (credit: Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Help From North Texas Heading Toward The Gulf Coast

While coastal residents pack up and flee in the face of Isaac, North Texans are packing up and heading toward the storm.

2012/08/28

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