ICC’s 2026 “Built to Last” campaign highlights how modern building codes and safety professionals protect homes and ...

After Hurricane Andrew decimated parts of south Florida in 1992, state officials mandated sweeping building code revisions for new construction. Those changes continue to limit damage from storms now.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, two feet of rain fell on western North Carolina, damaging or sweeping away thousands of houses in landslides and floods. At least 101 people died. In many cases, ...

People on Florida's Gulf Coast spent the holiday weekend picking up the pieces from the one-two punch of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. They also took solace from the damage that did not happen, thanks ...

The North Carolina Legislature’s rejection of building code updates likely worsened the damage caused by Hurricane Helene, code experts say. Over the past 15 years, lawmakers rejected limits on ...

You love your home. It's your personal haven, your biggest investment. Yet beneath that familiar comfort lurks something most ...

With a history of fighting for property rights, Phil Ross is preparing for a court battle, raising a debate about creativity and public safety.

Schools and universities nationwide are investing in a range of initiatives to address the active shooter threat, from mental health resources to upgraded security systems. However, one overlooked ...