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Tornado's Legacy of Catastrophe Compassion, 15 Years Later

After a massive tornado displaced a third of the residents of Joplin, Missouri, and killed nearly 160 people in May 2011, stories of kindness and cooperation overwrote the tragedy...

15 years since a deadly tornado brought Joplin, Mo. together, kindness carries on

Nearly 100,000 volunteers helped the town rebuild and a spirit of community service continues to this day. Researchers studying human behavior catastrophes can bring out compassion...

15 Years Later: Remembering the victims of the Joplin tornado

Remembering the lives lost in the 2011 Joplin tornado.

15 years: Remembering the Joplin tornado

15 years.May 22, 2011, will be a day the city of Joplin and surrounding areas will never forget.The community continues to honor the lives lost while reflecting on a recovery effor...

Joplin's journey: From wreckage to rebirth

South Main Street was devastated in 2011, but today traffic flows normally and the area is being rebuilt with new buildings and a different look.

Joplin memorial honors 2011 tornado victims with brick display

On this, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Joplin tornado — the Salvation Army in Joplin unveils an expansion of its Hope Memorial.

‘I’ll Never Forget That Day’: Red Cross Responders Reflect 15 Years After Joplin Tornado

Fifteen years after the Joplin tornado, the memories remain vivid for those who experienced it.

Contractors and residents unite to tackle storm damage

After a storm caused significant damage to the community, certified contractors and city workers helped residents clear debris and offered assistance free of charge.

Weather Channel Meteorologist Mike Bettes on Joplin tornado recovery

Weather Channel Meteorologist Mike Bettes was in Joplin for the 15th anniversary of the 2011 tornado.Bettes told Newstalk KZRG what touched him this trip:“I think for me it's just...

Stanberry, Missouri community comes together in wake of EF-1 tornado

After an EF-1 tornado hit Stanberry, Missouri, the small town came together to help those affected, with neighbors and kids helping to clean up debris and the city using Stanberry...

Mid-Missouri hospitals apply lessons learned from Joplin tornado, 15 years later

JOPLIN, Mo. (KMIZ) Friday marks 15 years since a deadly EF-5 tornado packing winds in excess of 200 mph slammed into the heart of Joplin, killing 161 people and destroying hundreds...

Joplin marks 15 years since devastating EF-5 tornado

This week marks 15 years since a devastating EF-5 tornado tore through the heart of Joplin, killing 161 people and forever changing the city’s landscape. 

Joplin tornado trauma endures for survivors 15 years later

Severe weather can have a lasting impact on those affected, and it is important for them to talk to therapists, friends, or spiritual advisors to process their trauma and begin to...

Community shaken but standing strong after tornado rips through Hillsdale

Hillsdale was hit by an EF-2 tornado, with winds reaching up to 115 miles per hour.

Joplin tornado causes extensive park damage, cleanup underway

The EF1 tornado that touched down near Schifferdecker Park caused damage to the park's facilities, trees, and golf course, but no one was hurt and the city is offering extended hou...

Community shaken but standing strong after tornado rips through Hillsdale, Kansas

Hillsdale was hit by an EF-2 tornado, with winds reaching up to 115 miles per hour.

SLIDESHOW: User submitted photos from April 15 severe weather

(KODE/KSNF) — Check out these photos and videos sent in by residents of the Four States and remember you can send in YOUR severe weather pictures via our REPORT IT feature to have...

Joplin doctor shares harrowing experience from Joplin tornado

Dr. Kenneth Stewart, now an associate professor at KCU, remembers the devastating Joplin tornado 15 years ago when he and other medical professionals had to provide emergency care...

Neighbors helping neighbors after Ef-2 tornado hits Ottawa, Kansas

Tornado damage is extensive throughout Ottawa. Not even 24 hours after the storm, people who call Ottawa home started showing up to help each other.

Neighbors helping neighbors after Ef-2 tornado hits Ottawa, Kansas

Tornado damage is extensive throughout Ottawa. Not even 24 hours after the storm, people who call Ottawa home started showing up to help each other.

Neighbors helping neighbors after Ef-2 tornado hits Ottawa, Kansas

Tornado damage is extensive throughout Ottawa. Not even 24 hours after the storm, people who call Ottawa home started showing up to help each other.

Community shaken but standing strong after tornado rips through Hillsdale, Kansas

Hillsdale was hit by an EF-2 tornado, with winds reaching up to 115 miles per hour.

Encouraging Signs of Spring after Strategic Tornado Cleanup

Minnesotans band together after tornadoes wreck parts of Rochester area

One resident said she was watching the tornado rumble through her neighborhood when half her roof tore off.