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Yahoo
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FEMA could arrive in Wisconsin this week to begin flood damage assessment, Crowley says
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials could arrive in southeast Wisconsin to assess flood damage as early as Aug. 21, the next step toward receiving federal aid, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said. FEMA's anticipated arrival to perform a Preliminary Damage Assessment comes as early damage estimates surpass $34 million, Crowley said in a news release. After that assessment, FEMA's regional administrator will make a recommendation on a presidential disaster declaration, which would authorize federal disaster assistance. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reached out to FEMA Region 5, which covers Wisconsin, for additional details on when the agency will arrive. A White House official said, 'The White House is prepared to respond appropriately to any request for Federal assistance.' The same morning Crowley's office shared updates Aug. 19, Wisconsin's entire congressional delegation sent a letter to FEMA urging the agency to conduct a "timely" damage assessment with Wisconsin Emergency Management. "We understand that state officials are actively collecting and compiling detailed damage assessment information to provide to FEMA. We urge FEMA to begin work in partnership with Wisconsin Emergency Management as soon as possible so that this process can move forward without delay," read the letter, signed by each of Wisconsin's Republican and Democratic members of Congress. "We anticipate that the state will promptly submit a formal request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration following completion of the (Public Damage Assessment)," they wrote. More: Evers tours flooded homes, says he hopes Trump will make a timely decision on FEMA aid Milwaukee's Common Council also called on President Donald Trump to issue a presidential major disaster declaration, calling it "essential for individual aid, infrastructure fixes, and long-term resilience against climate's growing threat to our watershed region." "As front-line representatives engaging directly with residents, we have heard their cries firsthand: The historic flooding of August 9 and 10, 2025, has devastated thousands, leaving families homeless, livelihoods destroyed, and futures uncertain," read the Aug. 18 letter, co-signed by all 15 council members. Between 10 and 13 inches of rain fell in just several hours in parts of southeastern Wisconsin between Aug. 9 and 10. As of Monday, Aug. 18, the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management, Wisconsin Emergency Management and more than 300 volunteers had completed 3,434 property assessments. About 53% of those inspections were categorized as "destroyed" or having "major damage." FEMA teams will focus on areas with those levels of damage, Crowley said, and emergency management staff will accompany them. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel found that more than 11,500 requests for flood-related services came into the 211 helpline from across Milwaukee County and the surrounding Waukesha, Ozaukee and Washington counties between Aug. 10 and the afternoon of Aug. 14. Of that number, roughly 85% of the requests for service came from Milwaukee alone. As of Aug. 19, Milwaukee County has reached more than 12,000 damage reports submitted to 211. Preliminary 211 data showed the highest number of requests came from Milwaukee County's northwest side, along with West Milwaukee, in particular from ZIP codes 53218, 53209, and 53216. Reports from 211 calls also included basement water depths, as well as thousands of reports of utility disruptions and structural damage. County officials are urging residents to call 211 or visit to submit a damage report, ensuring eligibility for future financial assistance. The county says officials may not visit all homes that report damage but may perform a "drive-by" assessment to look at damage visible from the curb. Be wary of people posing as FEMA officials Local officials warn scammers often descend on areas hit by a crisis. If someone arrives at your house to assess damage, they will introduce themselves and show a badge. You should check those credentials before letting anyone inside or sharing personal information. If you're unsure, you can keep your door closed and contact local authorities. You can also report instances of suspected fraud by emailing StgopFEMAFraud@ or calling 866-223-0814. The state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection also warns homeowners to be wary of door-to-door home repair and remediation crews that use high-pressure tactics. The agency encourages consumers to hire local contractors and contact city officials to confirm the crew has the proper permits. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: FEMA may arrive in Wisconsin as early as Thursday, Crowley says
Daily Mail
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE 90s boyband Damage reveal they were forced to dress femininely so they weren't seen as 'dangerous' as they detail music industry racism - and their surprising new careers
Legendary R&B boyband Damage have revealed the shocking racism they faced in the Nineties and how a lack of support with their mental health led them to forge new careers beyond the spotlight. In an exclusive interview with MailOnline, the group - now in their 40s - explained they were forced to dress and act a certain way in order to avoid being perceived as 'dangerous', and had to fight for press coverage after being told 'black faces don't sell magazines'. Originally formed by Jade Jones, Andrez Harriott, Rahsaan J. Bromfield, Noel Simpson, and Coreé Richards, Damage burst onto the scene with their groundbreaking debut album Forever in 1995. Coreé left the band in 2001, shortly after the release of their second album, Since You've Been Gone. Today, Damage are recognised as one of the UK's most influential R&B groups, having sold over four million records worldwide - but their path to success was anything but easy. Jade, who is married to fellow pop star Emma Bunton, explained: 'Being five black guys in a band, there was an image that had to be portrayed, you know, for it to be palatable for, for the pop market.' He continued: 'We only got put on the cover of Smash Hits through fighting [for it]. We were told we weren't allowed to be on the cover before because black faces didn't sell magazines in the 90s. 'Therefore, for them to make it more palatable for everybody, we had to do a shoot, which was definitely not our style at the time, but it was something we had to swallow. 'There a picture of us with pastel coloured suits on, with flowers and roses all around us. 'Boyband Five were out at the time and they were able to dress and act however they wanted. We had to act a certain way. 'Not saying that we were bad boys. We never were, but we could never portray ourselves or even have an inkling of any aggression about us or any attitude, otherwise we just get shut down.' MailOnline has contacted Smash Hits for comment. Noel added: 'We could never ever be portrayed as the bad boys of pop. Our stuff would have been cancelled straight away.' Sharing his thoughts, Andrez said: 'There were bands like Five, NSYNC which all come down the lineage of people like New Kids on the Block, which come down the lineage of the Jackson 5, etc. 'All those bands, they could take American clothing, American language, use American music producers, and create R&B songs.' He continued: 'And when Damage would do something like a cover of an Earth, Wind and Fire song, which should have been a massive hit, radio struggled to play it. 'There is a really restrictive, dominant, paradigm that black males have to fit into. 'And there is unconsciously and consciously an idea that we are dangerous, and for us as young black males, we have to provide a counter narrative to that nonsense just to be us. 'I remember our record label, we went to Aquascutum to get jackets in central London and the English gentleman image was really kind of being portrayed through us because we have limited bandwidth. 'We couldn't come out in baggy jeans and hoodies, or everyone would be terrified. 'It's really different now, but at that time we had to provide a counter narrative to this idea that five black guys in a space is dangerous.' Mental health struggles were also a significant part of each member's journey, a challenge that wasn't openly discussed during their rise to fame. Reflecting on a turning point while on tour in Southeast Asia, Rahsaan explained: 'At that point we were just like a hard no, we need to stop doing what what we're doing right now. 'Up until that point, we didn't realise that we had the power to do that. 'We were just part of the machine, that kept those cogs going and It was really something therapeutic for us to be able to do that.' Andrez shared: 'You know, when we were coming up as a band, mental health was not discussed in any space, whether it was creative industries or private business or statutory spaces, you know, the welfare of individuals wasn't really considered. 'For us, the impact of being so young, getting up really early for television shows, this constant hamster wheel of trying to get the records out, etc. I don't think we'd have reflected on the impact of that until many years later. 'The hardest time would have been when we first separated and you have to really find yourself within society. We did this since we were 12, 13, 14 years old. 'We had to go out and do job interviews and work in organisations and, you know, find ourselves in the world. 'It wasn't necessarily the impact of the band, it was more so the closing when we ended and then when we came back together.' Noel said: 'You get into a band and you're really young, you don't think it's ever gonna end. 'The free clothes, the taxis everywhere, the trainers, all the amazing stuff, the red carpets and all that, and you never think it's gonna end. 'You know, when it does come all crashing down and for me personally, I had to go and like sign on, which was an eye opening experience for me when when we first when we first split.' Explaining how their tight bond helped them through their hardship, Jade explained: 'I think even when we were younger, I think we, we always had a real family connection between all of us. 'So therefore we were always there, everyone was always allowed space and you could always tell if somebody wasn't feeling too good. 'So we kind of helped pick each other up a lot and that was throughout performances and everything. 'I think that's just our synergy that we have together that allowed us to kind of have that safe space between each other.' Damage initially split in 2002 after releasing their album Live & Liberated. They then had a brief reunion in 2010 before officially splitting up. Each member of Damage has gone on to forge a career outside the spotlight - paths that, in many ways, reflect the personal growth and life lessons they took from their time in the band. Rahsaan now serves as a deputy head at an alternative provision (AP) school, supporting young people who don't thrive in mainstream education. Noel works with the charity Carers Choices, offering vital support to those looking after loved ones. Jade discovered a passion for food and became a professional chef, while also dabbling in property. Andrez spent over a decade working with children in the justice system through the local authority, eventually launching his own organisation. He's now an organisational consultant, working within the NHS. Damage are now gearing up for their biggest headline show in over a decade as they prepare to celebrate 30 years since their debut. The iconic R&B group will return to the stage on December 5, 2025, with a special anniversary show at London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire. Speaking about the highly anticipated show, the group said on Instagram: 'Our fans have shown us so much love, and we can't wait to hit the O2 Shepherds Bush Empire stage next December for our biggest headline show in 10 years, celebrating 30 years together. 'It's going to be epic! With Kele Le Roc, Manny Norte plus more joining us, it's a party you don't want to miss!' Tickets went on sale in November, and limited availability remains for fans still hoping to attend.
Hindustan Times
20-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
MNS workers booked for creating ruckus at civic hospital in Vashi
NAVI MUMBAI: The Vashi police have registered a case against several Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers for allegedly threatening public servants and obstructing them from discharging their duty at the Municipal Hospital in Vashi, after a Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) employee allegedly demanded money from relatives of a deceased to wrap the body. The incident took place on June 17 around 12:30 pm. As per the complaint filed with the police, the group of MNS workers, identified as Sagar Vichare, Sanjay Shirke, Sagar Tambe, Santosh Motasingh, Sandesh Khambe, Pravin Mane, Shailesh Pachange, Akshay Trimukhe, Sangeeta Vajare, Deepali Daul, along with 10-15 unidentified party members, allegedly entered the hospital premises without prior permission. According to the complaint filed by Dr Rajesh Mhatre, medical superintendent of the hospital, the group forcibly barged into his office to confront him regarding a viral video that had surfaced on social media, showing hospital mortuary staff allegedly demanding money for postmortem services. Despite being informed about the steps taken by the hospital administration regarding the viral video, the MNS workers reportedly began hurling threats and abuses. They allegedly manhandled the security staff and forcibly draped a white cloth around Dr Mhatre's neck, all the while shouting slogans. In the complaint, it is stated that an MNS worker, identified as Sagar Vichare, allegedly demanded Dr. Mhatre's resignation, using offensive language. The group is also accused of video recording the incident and circulating it via news channels and social media platforms with the intention of maligning the reputation of the complainant and the Municipal Hospital. Based on the complaint, Vashi police registered an FIR under sections 329(3), 132, 221, 342, 352, 351(3), 353(1)B, 189(2), 190 and 191 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and section 4 of Maharashtra Medical Service Persons and Medical Service Institutions (Prevention of Violence and Damage or Loss to Property) Act, 2010, charging them for unlawful assembly, criminal trespass, intimidation, obstructing public servants, and intentional insult. 'We have served notices of appearance to all the accused and further investigation is underway,' said senior inspector Sanjay Dhumal of Vashi police station.
Sky News
15-06-2025
- General
- Sky News
Israel-Iran live: Trump issues warning to Iran - as Tehran and Israel exchange strikes
Picture show damage from Iranian strikes on Israel More images are coming through of damage caused by Iranian attacks on Israel overnight. There's major damage to a multi-storey residential building near Tel Aviv, which appears to have taken a direct hit. The night-time pictures show firefighters at impact sites in central Israel, with the bottom image also said to be a residential building.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Adam Brody ‘Tried Really Hard' to Host ‘Blue's Clues' in the '90s: ‘I Would've Loved It'
Adam Brody had his own 'welcome to L.A.' moment. The actor recently reflected on first arriving in the city to start his screen career. Among the first roles he went out for? 'Blue's Clues.' Brody told THR in the below video that he 'tried really hard' to land the hosting gig for the kid's TV series. 'I really wanted 'Blue's Clues' early on when I first moved to L.A. I tried really hard. It's like 1999. I didn't get it. But I would've loved it,' Brody said. More from IndieWire Ron Howard Loses His Sh*t in His Favorite 'The Studio' Scene Celine Song to Develop HBO Series 'Damage' Set in the World of E-Sports Steve Burns famously was cast instead, with Donovan 'Joe' Patton and Josh Dela Cruz later hosting additional iterations of the iconic series. 'Blue's Clues' premiered in 1996. Brody also recalled auditioning for 'Dawson's Creek.' 'There's an early 'Dawson's Creek' role. It really made me nervous to read with Scott Speedman. I was sweating,' he said. 'I believe [the role] went to Michael Pitt. They wanted pouting lips.' Pitt appeared in Season 3 of the series, which aired in 2002. Brody, of course, went on to have his breakout role in 'The O.C.' as Seth Cohen. The teen-centric ensemble drama premiered August 5, 2003. Brody thematically continued the Seth-ness he has become synonymous with for Netflix rom-com series 'Nobody Wants This.' 'We are in a tense moment of massive upheaval, and there doesn't seem to be many romantic comedies, period,' Brody told Variety about why the series became an overnight hit. 'I'm pinching myself a little bit.' 'Nobody Wants This' was renewed for a second season, which will premiere October 23, 2025. Series creator Erin Foster told IndieWire that Season 2 will be 'romantic and funny,' much like the first viral season of the show. 'I'm not in the business of depriving people of what they want on a show like this, and making some like, artistic choice to rob you of what you want to see. I really tried to stay on point with Season 1, [it] was all these firsts, first kiss, first date, and this is going to be the next four to six months of the relationship what that looks like,' she said. Adam Brody says he auditioned for #BluesClues and really wanted it during the Comedy Actor #Emmys #THRRoundtable | #OffScript debuts Friday on @IFC and @AMCplus and Sunday on and YouTubeLocation: The Luckman Club at Soho House West Hollywood — The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) June 13, 2025 Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie Nicolas Winding Refn's Favorite Films: 37 Movies the Director Wants You to See
