Disasters

Hurricane Katrina was a catalyst for change in New Orleans’ public defender office
Hurricane Katrina exposed longstanding flaws in the New Orleans criminal justice system. In the 20 years since, there has been dramatic change in the public defender office.
After a week of smoke, a look at Canada's approach to fighting wildfires differently
Minnesota saw a record-breaking six-day air quality alert due to wildfires burning in Canada sending smoke into the skies. Canada is seeing one of it’s worst wildfire seasons on record.
Wild weather, smoky skies put summer camps at risk
For one summer camp in Minneapolis, wildfires up north and a succession of severe storms have put coordinators in a tough spot as they try to provide an outdoor day care experience while also keeping campers safe.
8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Hawaii
One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck Russia’s Far East, sending tsunami waves into Japan, Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast. No substantial damage has been reported so far, but authorities warned people away from shorelines and said the risk could last more than a day. 
Gunman kills 4, including police officer, in shooting at New York City office tower
Officials say a man carrying a rifle killed four people at a New York City office tower. The shooting took place Monday afternoon at a midtown Manhattan office building that houses finance companies and the NFL headquarters.