Death toll from Harvey rises to at least 60
DALLAS (AP) - Officials now blame at least 60 deaths on Harvey, after the storm dumped many feet of rain on several counties in a matter of days.
DALLAS (AP) - Officials now blame at least 60 deaths on Harvey, after the storm dumped many feet of rain on several counties in a matter of days.
Relief comes slowly for coastal towns recovering from Harvey
SEADRIFT, Texas (AP) - Some shoreline communities that bore the brunt of Hurricane Harvey still need clean water, electricity and health care more than a week after the winds and rain subsided.
SEADRIFT, Texas (AP) - Some shoreline communities that bore the brunt of Hurricane Harvey still need clean water, electricity and health care more than a week after the winds and rain subsided.
Giving is as psychologically beneficial as receiving in Harvey situation, experts say
While it may seem as if those receiving help after Harvey’s devastation, one expert says it’s just as psychologically beneficial for the person giving.
While it may seem as if those receiving help after Harvey’s devastation, one expert says it’s just as psychologically beneficial for the person giving.
Texas governor expects EPA to 'get on top of' toxic water risk
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Sunday he expects the Environmental Protection Agency "to get on top" of the threat of possible water contamination after an Associated Press report of highly toxic waste sites flooded in the Houston area.
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Sunday he expects the Environmental Protection Agency "to get on top" of the threat of possible water contamination after an Associated Press report of highly toxic waste sites flooded in the Houston area.
Enthusiastic Trump meets with Harvey victims
HOUSTON (AP) - President Donald Trump cupped a boy's face in his hands and then gave him a high-five. He snapped on latex gloves to hand out boxed lunches of hot dogs and potato chips. And he loaded relief supplies into vehicles, patted storm victims on the shoulder and declared the work "good exercise."
HOUSTON (AP) - President Donald Trump cupped a boy's face in his hands and then gave him a high-five. He snapped on latex gloves to hand out boxed lunches of hot dogs and potato chips. And he loaded relief supplies into vehicles, patted storm victims on the shoulder and declared the work "good exercise."
Harvey deaths rise; victims balance post-storm challenges
HOUSTON (AP) - Nine days after Harvey roared into Texas, the death toll has risen and victims are trying to balance struggles from the storm with challenges they already were facing. Some set their stress aside to watch the Astros play as baseball returned to Houston. A look at what's happening: THE FORECAST
HOUSTON (AP) - Nine days after Harvey roared into Texas, the death toll has risen and victims are trying to balance struggles from the storm with challenges they already were facing. Some set their stress aside to watch the Astros play as baseball returned to Houston. A look at what's happening: THE FORECAST
22 of Houston's schools will be closed for months; 53 others have 'major' damage
Thousands of students and parents across Houston are wondering if, when, and where school will start this year for them. The school district said up to 12,000 students could be sent to different schools because of flood-damaged buildings.
Thousands of students and parents across Houston are wondering if, when, and where school will start this year for them. The school district said up to 12,000 students could be sent to different schools because of flood-damaged buildings.
'Emergency' abortion fund established for Hurricane Harvey survivors
As donations pour in for the tens of thousands of Texans affected by Hurricane Harvey, one group is putting money aside for a select group of survivors: those who require "emergency" abortions.
As donations pour in for the tens of thousands of Texans affected by Hurricane Harvey, one group is putting money aside for a select group of survivors: those who require "emergency" abortions.
Black, white, rich, poor: Storm Harvey didn't discriminate
Harvey did not discriminate in its destruction. It raged through neighborhoods rich and poor, black and white, upscale and working class. Across Houston and surrounding communities, no group sidestepped its paralyzing deluges and apocalyptic floods.
Harvey did not discriminate in its destruction. It raged through neighborhoods rich and poor, black and white, upscale and working class. Across Houston and surrounding communities, no group sidestepped its paralyzing deluges and apocalyptic floods.
Post-Harvey problems plague Texas; Houston's mayor
HOUSTON (AP) - One week after Harvey roared into the Gulf Coast, residents of a Texas city struggled with no drinking water, fires continued to erupt at a stricken chemical plant and funerals began for some of the mounting toll of victims.
HOUSTON (AP) - One week after Harvey roared into the Gulf Coast, residents of a Texas city struggled with no drinking water, fires continued to erupt at a stricken chemical plant and funerals began for some of the mounting toll of victims.
Houston mayor issues mandatory evacuation order; 'You're putting firefighters in danger'
The city of Houston has issued a mandatory evacuation order for a small area of the city which will remain under water for days. The mandatory evacuation order applies to the area that is south of I-10, west of Gessner, east of Highway 6, and north of Briar Forest. Within that area, it only applies to homes that are currently inundated. Starting Sunday morning, crews will start going house-to-hou
The city of Houston has issued a mandatory evacuation order for a small area of the city which will remain under water for days. The mandatory evacuation order applies to the area that is south of I-10, west of Gessner, east of Highway 6, and north of Briar Forest. Within that area, it only applies to homes that are currently inundated. Starting Sunday morning, crews will start going house-to-hou
Wisconsin kids sell lemonade to benefit Harvey victims
A group of kids in Wisconsin are looking to do what they can for victims of Hurricane Harvey.
A group of kids in Wisconsin are looking to do what they can for victims of Hurricane Harvey.
AP EXCLUSIVE: Toxic waste sites underwater; EPA not on scene
Long a center of the nation's petrochemical industry, the Houston metro area has more than a dozen Superfund sites, designated by the Environmental Protection Agency as being among America's most intensely contaminated places. Many are now flooded, with the risk that waters were stirring dangerous sediment.
Long a center of the nation's petrochemical industry, the Houston metro area has more than a dozen Superfund sites, designated by the Environmental Protection Agency as being among America's most intensely contaminated places. Many are now flooded, with the risk that waters were stirring dangerous sediment.
President Trump visiting Houston, Lake Charles after Harvey
President Donald Trump arrived on Air Force One to Ellington Field in Houston and his first visit was meeting with flood evacuees who sought temporary refuge at NRG Center. He arrived to the BakerRipley shelter with First Lady Melania Trump, Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, FEMA Administrator Brock Long and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson.
President Donald Trump arrived on Air Force One to Ellington Field in Houston and his first visit was meeting with flood evacuees who sought temporary refuge at NRG Center. He arrived to the BakerRipley shelter with First Lady Melania Trump, Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, FEMA Administrator Brock Long and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson.
NICU babies evacuated from Beaumont hospital due to water loss
The loss of clean water for drinking and bathing is creating a dangerous situation. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit are being evacuated from Baptist Beaumont Hospital.
The loss of clean water for drinking and bathing is creating a dangerous situation. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit are being evacuated from Baptist Beaumont Hospital.
Mold, gas leaks, and other hazards loom for Harvey evacuees
The danger isn't over yet for Harvey evacuees who are returning to flood-ravaged homes and dragging sodden debris to the curbside. Sharing advice on recommended mold-cleaning strategies and other safety tips is now one of the biggest challenges for public health officials in Harvey's aftermath.
The danger isn't over yet for Harvey evacuees who are returning to flood-ravaged homes and dragging sodden debris to the curbside. Sharing advice on recommended mold-cleaning strategies and other safety tips is now one of the biggest challenges for public health officials in Harvey's aftermath.
Receding floodwater reveals gator in Harris Co. home
Residents of Harris County, of which Houston is a very large portion, are beginning to discover what’s left behind when flood waters begin to go down.
Residents of Harris County, of which Houston is a very large portion, are beginning to discover what’s left behind when flood waters begin to go down.
How to help the Texas flooding victims impacted by Hurricane Harvey
The Texas coast has been devastated by the effects of Hurricane Harvey, which has created unprecedented flooding and forced thousands to flee for their lives.
The Texas coast has been devastated by the effects of Hurricane Harvey, which has created unprecedented flooding and forced thousands to flee for their lives.
Shiner beer maker donates $500K to Hurricane Harvey relief
A Texas brewery located less than 90 miles from the Gulf Coast has pledged half a million bucks to Hurricane Harvey relief funds.
A Texas brewery located less than 90 miles from the Gulf Coast has pledged half a million bucks to Hurricane Harvey relief funds.