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Illinois to Recalculate Storm Damage Cost for FEMA

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has given Illinois more time to recalculate the tornado damage to southern parts of the state to bolster its push to reverse the denial of aid, Sen. Dick Durbin said. FEMA administrator Craig Fugate made …

Sen. Durbin Announces Funds for Illinois Fire Departments

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin has announced a nearly $1.4 million federal investment in five Illinois fire departments. The funding will help boost the capability of each department in responding to fires and other emergencies. The senator said it’s necessary to …