Here are tips from FEMA, Milwaukee County officials and the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection to recognize the signs of scams.

Pakistan has been reeling from flooding triggered by torrential rains, with nearly 400 people killed since August 14.

Some flood victims from Camelot Village have not received July rent or security deposits back as they face financial and housing strains.

The owner of the Little Geese Shop said she sees too much "Midwest nice," with even flood victims reluctant to accept help. She urges them to accept it.

Weather hazard maps have nearly 100 colors including six variations of red, a "bisque," "moccasin," cornflower blue, and Dodger blue. Experts are working to simplify the alerts.

From urban cores to rural regions, Texans' needs differ. Experts worry new districts encompassing geographically distant ...

At the very least, the agency says, expect flooding on roads, some of which may become impassable, and potential structural damage to buildings, particularly in the back-bay areas of the barrier ...