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Remains of woman missing since Hurricane Ian found on Fort Myers Beach
Officials on Tuesday reported 145 confirmed deaths in the state from the storm. The discovery of Knes' remains would add to that total.
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Officials on Tuesday reported 145 confirmed deaths in the state from the storm. The discovery of Knes' remains would add to that total.
"It's a rare experience, but it's not unique, and it seems with climate change and more intense hurricane seasons, it's happening more frequently," one archaeologist said.
Residents in at least four Florida counties were ordered to evacuate from barrier islands, low-lying areas and mobile homes.
Lee County, which encompasses Fort Myers, has recorded an "abnormal increase" in cases as a result of flooding from the storm.
The owner of Fort Myers' Green Cup Cafe describes how Hurricane Ian forced him to battle carbon monoxide and raging floodwaters as it tore through his beloved small business.
With the death toll rising, FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said the federal government was ready to help in a huge way.
Ian was expected to weaken Saturday and "dissipate early Sunday," the National Hurricane Center reported.
"We can only pray our crews find them so their families and loved ones can rest," the Coast Guard said.
It could bring a "life-threatening" storm surge to South Carolina, forecasters say. Ian left catastrophic destruction in Florida and is being blamed for at least six deaths there.
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials briefed the president on the massive storm Thursday.
It made landfall over southwestern Florida as a major Category 4 hurricane and, while downgraded, was still packing a powerful punch overnight.
A Category 5 hurricane has winds of 157 mph or higher. These are the only four hurricanes in the history of the U.S. that have made landfall at that level.
The storm has already battered Cuba with high winds and life-threatening storm surge, knocking out power to the island.
The powerful storm hit western Cuba early Tuesday, and is expected to strengthen even more before dealing a blow to Florida's west coast.
Jefferson County Public Health announced that the first case of tularemia has been found in a Wheat Ridge resident.
The sounds of fireworks kicking off the Fourth of July holiday celebrations have become the stuff of nightmares for one southwest Denver resident.
A cooler day is on tap for any outdoor plans celebrating Independence Day in Denver and across the high country.
Residents in the Macanta neighborhood in Douglas County aren't giving up their fight to protect the views they say they were promised.
Nearly a week after the bodies of two men were recovered from a pond, the coroner's office in Weld County has released the identities of those who were found dead.
Jefferson County Public Health announced that the first case of tularemia has been found in a Wheat Ridge resident.
The sounds of fireworks kicking off the Fourth of July holiday celebrations have become the stuff of nightmares for one southwest Denver resident.
A cooler day is on tap for any outdoor plans celebrating Independence Day in Denver and across the high country.
Residents in the Macanta neighborhood in Douglas County aren't giving up their fight to protect the views they say they were promised.
Nearly a week after the bodies of two men were recovered from a pond, the coroner's office in Weld County has released the identities of those who were found dead.
The District Attorney for the 18th Judicial District, which includes both Arapahoe and Douglas counties, sent a letter last week to dozens of prison inmates about potential issues with DNA evidence in their cases, and their right to obtain protected documents that could help them challenge their convictions.
While there were several new elements to the celebration, some aspects stayed the same.
The sounds of fireworks kicking off the Fourth of July holiday celebrations have become the stuff of nightmares for one southwest Denver resident.
Watch First Alert Meteorologist Joe Ruch's full forecast.
Another location of the Alamo Drafthouse movie theater chain in Colorado is unionizing and union organizers allege the company fired supervisors after asking them to spy on organizers.
Nuggets first round draft pick DaRon Holmes II offers a tremendous amount of versatility to a Denver roster that is going to look different next season.
Wimbledon is underway, and while millions will watch the tennis tournament from the comfort of home, it takes a bit more dedication to get courtside.
Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics along with Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, Hezley Rivera and Suni Lee.
Dick Vitale announced that a biopsy of a lymph node in his neck showed cancer.
DU defenseman Zeev Buium was drafted 12th overall by the Minnesota Wild during the first round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft at the Sphere just outside Las Vegas Friday night.
Jurors are expected to have the case by the end of next week.
A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado.
The president honored Philip Shadrach and George Wilson for their "gallantry and intrepidity" during the "Great Locomotive Chase" of 1862.
As the case enters a new phase, experts remain skeptical that former President Donald Trump's 11th-hour effort to overturn his conviction will be successful.
Many of the victims and the families of those who were attacked in the Jan. 6, 2021, siege of the Capitol are sharing their frustration and anger with the Supreme Court.
Jurors are expected to have the case by the end of next week.
The president honored Philip Shadrach and George Wilson for their "gallantry and intrepidity" during the "Great Locomotive Chase" of 1862.
As the case enters a new phase, experts remain skeptical that former President Donald Trump's 11th-hour effort to overturn his conviction will be successful.
Many of the victims and the families of those who were attacked in the Jan. 6, 2021, siege of the Capitol are sharing their frustration and anger with the Supreme Court.
Organizers with Arizona for Abortion Access said they submitted more than 823,000 signatures supporting a ballot initiative that would enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution.
Jefferson County Public Health announced that the first case of tularemia has been found in a Wheat Ridge resident.
A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado.
Your body cools itself through the skin. Dunking your forearms, which represent 10% of the skin's surface area, in ice cold water turbo-charges the cooling process.
Trader Joe's says a seasonal scented favorite should be discarded or returned due to an "unexpected burn pattern."
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
The Littleton location of the Alamo Drafthouse is unionizing and union organizers allege the company fired supervisors after asking them to spy on organizers.
Trader Joe's says a seasonal scented favorite should be discarded or returned due to an "unexpected burn pattern."
United says it's using AI to power the effort to keep customers apprised of factors affecting flight status.
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.
Budget carrier Spirit is eliminating some fees amid growing pushback against hidden airline industry charges.
Last week was scorching hot in Colorado, so many people were staying indoors and cranking up the air conditioning.
The University of Denver is launching a new certificate program to address affordable housing needs in Colorado.
Right now, Coloradans are struggling to make ends meet, and a nonprofit in Denver is providing opportunities to change that.
From blazers to shoes, women of all shapes and sizes enjoyed a free shopping spree. Some were even able to get a makeover.
This week Denver city officials celebrated the opening of 49 new affordable condos in the Five Points neighborhood.