Disaster response

Midwest Food Bank has broken ground on a warehouse expansion and facility renovation in Morton to expand its disaster relief services.

Gov. JB Pritzker's request covered Tazewell, Champaign, Cook, Ford, Fulton, McLean, Vermilion and Will counties. He’s appealing FEMA’s denial.

Individuals affected by November’s tornado will be getting extra help in the recovery process. The American Red Cross is partnering with AmeriCares and…