Crooked Creek Fire Prompts Evacuations in Hurricane-Ravaged Old Fort
A wildfire dubbed the Crooked Creek Fire has burned 200 acres in Old Fort, North Carolina, prompting evacuations due to high winds and dry conditions four months after Hurricane Helene devastated the area; the fire is suspected to have started from a tree falling onto a power line.
Crooked Creek Fire Prompts Evacuations in Hurricane-Ravaged Old Fort
A wildfire dubbed the Crooked Creek Fire has burned 200 acres in Old Fort, North Carolina, prompting evacuations due to high winds and dry conditions four months after Hurricane Helene devastated the area; the fire is suspected to have started from a tree falling onto a power line.
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24% Bias Score
Trump to Overhaul FEMA After Hurricane Helene Devastation
Following Hurricane Helene, which caused over 100 deaths and tens of millions of dollars in damage in North Carolina, President Trump visited residents Curtis and Amber Wright, who lost their home and farm equipment. Trump criticized FEMA's response, promising to overhaul or replace the agency.
Trump to Overhaul FEMA After Hurricane Helene Devastation
Following Hurricane Helene, which caused over 100 deaths and tens of millions of dollars in damage in North Carolina, President Trump visited residents Curtis and Amber Wright, who lost their home and farm equipment. Trump criticized FEMA's response, promising to overhaul or replace the agency.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Conditions Wildfire Aid, Criticizes Disaster Response, Faces Capitol Access Restrictions
President Trump criticized California's wildfire response, conditioned aid on voter ID and water release, praised deportations as targeting "bad" individuals, blasted the Biden administration's Hurricane Helene response favoring state-level disaster management, and faced a federal judge's order rest...
Trump Conditions Wildfire Aid, Criticizes Disaster Response, Faces Capitol Access Restrictions
President Trump criticized California's wildfire response, conditioned aid on voter ID and water release, praised deportations as targeting "bad" individuals, blasted the Biden administration's Hurricane Helene response favoring state-level disaster management, and faced a federal judge's order rest...
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44% Bias Score
Trump Visits Disaster Zones, Criticizes FEMA, Plans Reform
Following Hurricane Helene (September 2024) and the Los Angeles wildfires (January 2025), President Trump visited affected areas, criticizing prior disaster response and announcing plans to reform or eliminate FEMA, advocating for increased state-led disaster management.
Trump Visits Disaster Zones, Criticizes FEMA, Plans Reform
Following Hurricane Helene (September 2024) and the Los Angeles wildfires (January 2025), President Trump visited affected areas, criticizing prior disaster response and announcing plans to reform or eliminate FEMA, advocating for increased state-led disaster management.
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52% Bias Score
FEMA to End Temporary Housing for Some Hurricane Helene Victims
FEMA is ending temporary housing assistance for some Western North Carolina families left homeless by Hurricane Helene, citing reasons such as habitable homes, declined inspections, or lack of contact. The deadline is January 14th, but those still in need can contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA or visit ...
FEMA to End Temporary Housing for Some Hurricane Helene Victims
FEMA is ending temporary housing assistance for some Western North Carolina families left homeless by Hurricane Helene, citing reasons such as habitable homes, declined inspections, or lack of contact. The deadline is January 14th, but those still in need can contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA or visit ...
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48% Bias Score
North Carolina House Elects New Speaker; Narrow GOP Majority Sets Stage for Bipartisan Politics
The North Carolina House elected Rep. Destin Hall as speaker, succeeding Tim Moore; Republicans hold a narrow 71-49 majority, one seat short of a veto-proof supermajority; the session will prioritize Hurricane Helene recovery and address medical marijuana, casino expansion, and the state budget.
North Carolina House Elects New Speaker; Narrow GOP Majority Sets Stage for Bipartisan Politics
The North Carolina House elected Rep. Destin Hall as speaker, succeeding Tim Moore; Republicans hold a narrow 71-49 majority, one seat short of a veto-proof supermajority; the session will prioritize Hurricane Helene recovery and address medical marijuana, casino expansion, and the state budget.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Visits Hurricane-Ravaged Swannanoa, Promises FEMA Reform
President Trump visited Swannanoa, North Carolina on January 24th, four months after Hurricane Helene, to assess the damage and provide support to residents still living in temporary housing due to insufficient FEMA aid and bureaucratic hurdles, promising to reform or replace FEMA and expedite aid d...
Trump Visits Hurricane-Ravaged Swannanoa, Promises FEMA Reform
President Trump visited Swannanoa, North Carolina on January 24th, four months after Hurricane Helene, to assess the damage and provide support to residents still living in temporary housing due to insufficient FEMA aid and bureaucratic hurdles, promising to reform or replace FEMA and expedite aid d...
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60% Bias Score
Trump Visits Hurricane-Hit North Carolina, Promises Aid and FEMA Reform
President Trump visited North Carolina on Friday to address the ongoing impact of Hurricane Helene, which caused billions of dollars in damage, over 230 deaths, and left numerous residents displaced over 100 days later; he promised aid and infrastructure repair, addressing residents' feelings of neg...
Trump Visits Hurricane-Hit North Carolina, Promises Aid and FEMA Reform
President Trump visited North Carolina on Friday to address the ongoing impact of Hurricane Helene, which caused billions of dollars in damage, over 230 deaths, and left numerous residents displaced over 100 days later; he promised aid and infrastructure repair, addressing residents' feelings of neg...
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48% Bias Score
Trump to Visit Hurricane-Ravaged North Carolina Amid FEMA Criticism
President Trump will visit Western North Carolina on Friday to address the ongoing impact of Hurricane Helene, which killed over 100 people in the state and left thousands homeless; his visit comes after criticism of FEMA's response and the extension of its transitional housing program to May 26th, ...
Trump to Visit Hurricane-Ravaged North Carolina Amid FEMA Criticism
President Trump will visit Western North Carolina on Friday to address the ongoing impact of Hurricane Helene, which killed over 100 people in the state and left thousands homeless; his visit comes after criticism of FEMA's response and the extension of its transitional housing program to May 26th, ...
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56% Bias Score
Climate Grief: Coping With the Psychological Impacts of Climate Disasters
Following the devastation of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina, which killed over 120 residents and the current raging Los Angeles wildfires, a psychotherapist and grief specialist discuss the psychological impacts of climate-related disasters, offering tools to cope with climate grief.
Climate Grief: Coping With the Psychological Impacts of Climate Disasters
Following the devastation of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina, which killed over 120 residents and the current raging Los Angeles wildfires, a psychotherapist and grief specialist discuss the psychological impacts of climate-related disasters, offering tools to cope with climate grief.
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36% Bias Score
Slow Federal Response Exacerbates Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Western North Carolina
Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation in Western North Carolina five months ago, leaving many without homes and federal aid slow to arrive; however, local communities and private organizations have stepped in to provide critical support.
Slow Federal Response Exacerbates Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Western North Carolina
Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation in Western North Carolina five months ago, leaving many without homes and federal aid slow to arrive; however, local communities and private organizations have stepped in to provide critical support.
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56% Bias Score
New Belgium's Human-Powered Response to Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Asheville
Hurricane Helene's catastrophic damage to New Belgium Brewing's Asheville campus in October 2024 triggered a swift response prioritizing employee safety and community support, resulting in over $100,000 in coworker donations and showcasing the company's 'Human-Powered' leadership philosophy.
New Belgium's Human-Powered Response to Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Asheville
Hurricane Helene's catastrophic damage to New Belgium Brewing's Asheville campus in October 2024 triggered a swift response prioritizing employee safety and community support, resulting in over $100,000 in coworker donations and showcasing the company's 'Human-Powered' leadership philosophy.
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28% Bias Score