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Helene

After Helene: Communities come together to help those in need

Helene

'It doesn't feel like enough' | Tennessee family donates millions to Helene recovery

A Knoxville family known for generosity hopes that their gift of $3.5 million will inspire others to give, big or small.
Milton

Out-of-state linemen brave chest-high water to restore power in Florida after Hurricane Milton

Millions of Floridians were without power following Hurricane Milton's landfall. In the week since, millions have also had their power restored.
Milton

14-year-old boy rescued from Florida floodwaters after Hurricane Milton

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister and deputies came across the boy floating on a piece of debris.
Milton

More than 100 pets rescued in Florida after Hurricane Milton

The sheriff's office highlighted one particular rescue, in which Captain Dusty Mascaro carried a pup to safety in several feet of water.
Crime

Owner of dog left tied to fence on I-75 ahead of Milton charged with animal cruelty

Investigators say Garcia told them that he left his dog, formerly named "Jumbo," on the side of the road because he couldn't find anyone to pick the dog up.
Helene

Helene's Aftermath - 96 Hours in Asheville

WBIR sent crews to Asheville to cover what happened to Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. These are the stories they encountered.
Helene

Mercy nurses travel to North Carolina to help victims of Hurricane Helene

Around 11 nurses from across Arkansas traveled to North Carolina this week to give basic medical assistance to hurricane victims.
Money

North Carolina family surprised by hotel price change after Helene says booking website denied their refund

A family booked a hotel in their time of need, but ended up paying more than they expected.
Milton

Dog found tied to fence in Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton is now in foster care

Staff at Leon County Humane Society named the dog "Trooper" for "how much he's been through" and "to honor those who saved him."
Hurricane

Taylor Swift donates $5 million to help hurricane relief efforts in wake of Milton, Helene

Swift announced her generous donation to Feeding America.
Local News

Former Arkansas resident talks living through Hurricane Milton

"This kind of sounded sort of like a freight train, but kind of like just a just a dead roar for a long time."