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Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Kentucky flood survivors have a month to apply for FEMA assistance
KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Flood survivors in eastern Kentucky are still working to rebuild just over a month after heavy rain and storms tore through the region. FEMA has stepped up in big ways to help people in need, but the deadline to apply for help is approaching. Kentucky flood survivors have a month to apply for FEMA assistance London police need help identifying person caught on camera during burglary Kentucky governor vetoes GOP abortion bill, says it undermines doctors and endangers pregnant women While some eastern Kentucky communities fortunately weathered February's storms unscathed, others were left in shambles. 'There's not a cookie-cutter approach to disaster response,' said Craig Browning, a federal spokesperson for FEMA. FEMA officials have been on the ground in more than a dozen counties for about a month, meeting survivors where they are and providing the resources they need to get back on their feet. Browning said more than $24 million is now in the hands of people impacted by the floods. 'And that's where, you know, the FEMA grants come into play,' said Browning. 'That's where, you know, Small Business Administration low-interest loans come into play. Just trying to fill that gap.' Study shows which counties in Kentucky have the most excessive drinkers Kentucky among top 10 states Americans want to move to: research Lexington high schools ranked among Kentucky's best in 2025, according to Niche Because so many people were displaced, Browning said FEMA is working to help cover rental costs. 'While maybe you still have a mortgage over here that you're paying for, to even working with you to secure potentially a replacement vehicle,' said Browning. Browning explained that FEMA's mission is to help people before, during, and after disaster strikes, but noted it will take the entire community coming together to bring it back to what it once was. 'That involves your non-government agencies,' said Browning. 'That involves your faith-based organizations. They're going to be here for the long term, and they're the ones that are going to be really taking the lead on that long-term recovery.' How to apply for Disaster SNAP benefits in Kentucky The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is April 25. According to FEMA, there are four ways to apply: online at using the FEMA mobile app, visiting a Disaster Recovery Center, or calling 800-621-3362. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
How to appeal FEMA decision after 2025 Kentucky floods
FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — Many people impacted by the natural disasters that hit Kentucky in early 2025 are beginning to hear back, but not everyone is getting the news they anticipated. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) said some denials are as simple as a missing document. How to apply for Disaster SNAP benefits in Kentucky FEMA urges people to read their letters completely and carefully because a denial letter will explain why you were found ineligible for assistance. 'If you are found eligible for assistance, the letter will explain the amount of assistance FEMA approved and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds,' FEMA said in a news release. If you disagree with any decisions, you can still appeal. FEMA said it is important to include documentation for the reason for the appeal and provide any information FEMA requested, such as documents from your insurance company or proof of occupancy or ownership. Beshear voices concerns about recent federal job cuts How to appeal FEMA decision after 2025 Kentucky floods Lexington dribbles into economic boom as NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament takes center court FEMA said it is important to write your FEMA application number and the disaster number (DR-4860-KY) on each page of the appeal and any additional documents you submit. 'FEMA receives numerous documents with every appeal; writing your application number on each page submitted helps to organize your case,' FEMA said. Appeal letters should be mailed within 60 days from the date on your FEMA decision letter. Mail appeal letters to: FEMA – Individuals & Households Program National Processing Service Center, P.O. Box 10055, Hyattsville, MD 20782-8055 Appeal documents can also be uploaded at or faxed to800-827-8112. Applications can be submitted online at on the FEMA mobile app, by visiting a Disaster Recovery Center, or by calling 800-621-3362. Kentucky flood victims left frustrated with FEMA assistance The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Winter weather impacts FEMA recovery efforts in 6 Kentucky counties
FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — The winter weather is affecting disaster recovery operations in multiple Kentucky counties. FEMA announced a change in operating hours for Floyd, Harlan, Knott, Letcher, Martin, and Pike counties. How to apply for Disaster SNAP benefits in Kentucky FEMA said inspections, disaster recovery centers, mobile registration intake centers, and FEMA disaster survivor assistance teams that are canvassing areas will continue operations at 10 a.m. Thursday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Yahoo
Danville police face federal, state lawsuits over controversial arrest
DANVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — The Danville Police Department has been named in lawsuits at the federal and state level, alongside several of its officers, regarding the October arrest of a man with dementia. Body camera video obtained by FOX 56 shows 66-year-old John Hardwick, a man with dementia, pleading for help after a grocery store trip with his wife last October ended with him handcuffed and taken to jail on public intoxication and shoplifting charges. Attorney expects to file federal lawsuit after Danville police arrest and hit 66-year-old man with dementia New body cam footage reveals more about arrest of Danville dementia patient New bodycam footage discovery shows 2021 incident involving a Danville officer and man with dementia Danville community protests, calls for dismissal of Officer TJ Godbey 'You see T.J. Godbey pulled his cuffs out; rush him. One officer does what they call a leg whip to bring him down; the other officer tries to put him in a chokehold, which every law enforcement officer knows, and every police department in this country prohibits chokeholds after the tragedy that happened with George Floyd,' said Attorney Ephraim Helton. Hardwick was taken to an area hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the arrest. There, body camera video shows officers exchanging text messages calling the 'severe dementia claim' a 'stretch.' Helton notified FOX 56 on Tuesday that now the police department, along with the arresting officers, has been named in lawsuits at the state and federal levels. 'In the months that have followed, Mr. Hardwick no longer leaves his residence to go toWalmart with his wife. His quality of life was already difficult due to his dementia but thetrauma inflicted by the Defendants on October 15, 2024, has since completely altered anddevastated his life,' court documents read. Kentucky's bourbon industry faces uncertainty amid new tariffs Danville police face federal, state lawsuits over controversial arrest How to apply for Disaster SNAP benefits in Kentucky The lawsuits also attest that Hardwick has experienced a 'drastic decline' with his dementia since the incident. In the federal lawsuit, Helton claims that the officers violated Hardwick's Fourth Amendment rights, the department and city failed to train and supervise its officers properly, violated the Americans with Disabilities Act, and violated the Rehabilitation Act. In a Boyle County Circuit Court filing, Helton cites: Battery False imprisonment, false arrest Malicious Prosecution False imprisonment, false arrest against Walmart Asset Protections Negligent hiring, training, and supervision Defamation Helton demanded the case to go before a state and federal jury. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kentucky's bourbon industry faces uncertainty amid new tariffs
KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Kentucky's bourbon industry is bracing for potential economic fallout after President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs just after midnight. Governor Andy Beshear has called the tariffs a 'trifecta of inflation,' which could have widespread effects for both consumers and businesses. Kentucky's bourbon industry faces uncertainty amid new tariffs Danville police face federal, state lawsuits over controversial arrest How to apply for Disaster SNAP benefits in Kentucky 'His tariffs on Canada and Mexico are going to raise the cost of vegetables, fruits, and meat at your grocery store, the extra amount you pay. That's the Trump tax,' Gov. Beshear said. The tariffs include a 25% tax on imports from Canada and Mexico, along with a doubling of the 10% tariff Trump imposed on China last month. The move has sparked concerns throughout industries, particularly in Kentucky, where bourbon is a $9 billion signature business. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has expressed the importance of cooperation in ensuring prosperity amid economic challenges. 'We should be working together to ensure even greater prosperity for North Americans in a very uncertain and challenging time,' Trudeau said in response to the tariffs. Lexington high schools ranked among Kentucky's best in 2025, according to Niche 6 day hikes for spring in Kentucky Music, food, bourbon and cars: Time for Kentucky's 2025 spring festival season For the bourbon industry, this decision has left many in the field stuck in a waiting game, uncertain about the long-term effects. Mark Rucker, with Kentucky Bourbon Life, voiced concerns about potential disruptions. 'If these distilleries aren't able to produce, if the demand goes down because of the tariffs, then yeah, I think we could see the impacts,' Rucker added. These tariffs could reach beyond just the bottles on store shelves. The impact could ripple through related industries such as restaurants and barrel houses. 'These industries that aren't necessarily a distillery but are connected to the distilleries for their lifeblood, unfortunately, I think we could see some negative impacts from that as well,' said Rucker. Kentucky's bourbon industry faces uncertainty amid new tariffs Lutnick: Trump may announce tariff compromise with Canada, Mexico on Wednesday IRS drafting plans to cut as much as half of its 90,000-person workforce, AP sources say Kentucky's bourbon industry employs more than 23,000 people and worries about smaller businesses. 'Especially with the smaller producers who are really taking the time and effort to open up that European market for themselves. Unfortunately, if that window closes down, it could have a pretty significant effect on these smaller brands,' he said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
