By: Jennifer Warren, Regional Communications Director On Tuesday afternoon, January 12, Lorenzo McDaniel was at home when he heard the smoke alarms go off in his apartment complex. McDaniel, a resident of Hampton Garden Apartments on Milwaukee’s north side, didn’t think much of it at first. The alarms went off often, he said—usually just people […]

By Laura McGuire, American Red Cross The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35% drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individuals are urged to give now so patients don’t face delays in lifesaving care. The shortage is especially serious for types O, […]

By Laura McGuire, American Red Cross “I don’t know the names of the people who saved my life,” said Jodi Lasco. “I don’t know their age, their face or the sound of their voice, but I carry a piece of their generosity with me every single day.” In July 2024, Lasco’s life changed in a […]