As spring storm season kicks in for Central Illinois, McLean County agencies have a new tool in place to notify residents of emergencies via their cell phones.

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The Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) uses cell phone tower technology to send emergency texts to phones ...

As spring approaches, severe weather threats like tornadoes and flooding become more common across East Texas. To help keep residents informed, the City of Marshall is ...