Graveyard Point residents prepare for Lake Travis floodgate operations
As floodgate operations get underway in Central Texas, locals who live near Lake Travis are already preparing.
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Texas flooding: Austin issues waterway ban due to recent floods
The City of Austin has issued a waterway ban starting Friday, July 17. This comes after the Texas Hill Country experienced historic flooding this week....
Lawmakers could 'look at more money' to fund warning sirens
At a news conference Thursday, Gov. Greg Abbott touted that they sirens "all worked." One was delayed by approximately five minutes after being activated, he said....
T-Mobile deploys resources to support Central Texas flood response
T-Mobile says it is deploying satellite technology, mobile network assets and other resources to support flood-impacted Central Texas communities.
Five shot at funeral held at Greater Love Tabernacle Church
Witnesses say there are multiple victims, but their status has not been confirmed.
Texas Hill Country wineries assess flood damage after Pedernales River surge
Texas Hill Country wineries along the Pedernales River are beginning cleanup after severe flooding damaged property, equipment and infrastructure. While some vineyards saw several feet of water, winery owners say most grapevines appear resilient and are expected to recover....
Father, son accused of kidnapping US Forest Service workers near Mt. Shasta
A father and son face federal charges after allegedly kidnapping two U.S. Forest Service employees near Mt. Shasta and holding them hostage for nearly 15 hours before surrendering to law enforcement....
Texas flooding: Kerr County begins recovery efforts
Recovery efforts are ongoing in Kerr County. The county received 20 inches of rain over the past few days, which led to lots of flooding.
Taylor Farms pulls Mexico iceberg lettuce as cyclospora outbreak investigation expands
Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce....
Over 100 animals flown from Hill Country shelters to Salt Lake City amid flooding
National nonprofits Best Friends Animal Society and Wings of Rescue partnered with Austin Pets Alive! to transport more than 100 pets from shelters in the Hill Country to make room for animals displaced by the flooding, and to make sure the animals weren't stranded in shelters af...
State officials move to repair roads, bridges battered by floods
In a news conference held Friday in Uvalde, Gov. Greg Abbott advised Texans to remain vigilant, even as the heavy rain ceased.
Texas flooding: Llano River floodwaters help fill Lake Travis
In Llano, a rising river brings back memories of last year’s deadly flooding. That same water is now making its way toward Lake Travis, which is on track to fill for the first time in seven years....
Sandy Creek survivor says community mostly rebuilding on its own, calls for FEMA reforms
"I feel like decisions are being made flippantly to cover a budget ... that can't be how disaster recovery is handled. There's no dignity in that."
Texas Hill Country flooding concerns continue, but rain threat ends
Significant rainfall fell in many locations even after The National Weather Service released the week's totals at 10 a.m. Friday
Floodgate operations underway at multiple Highland Lakes dams
Floodgate operations are underway along the Highland Lakes chain.
Abbott declares major disaster in 28 Texas counties as flood recovery begins
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared a major disaster Friday in 28 Texas counties that have been impacted by this week’s flooding in the Hill Country.
Gov. Abbott to hold press conference on severe weather in Uvalde
Gov. Greg Abbott will hold a briefing and press conference on the state's ongoing response to severe storms and flash flooding.
Video shows Travis County STAR Flight helicopter rescue in Gillespie County
The county shared a video of one rescue in Gillespie County, showing first responders rescuing a man from a building that had taken on what appeared to be several feet of water....
Texas flooding: What we know about 2 people killed in Hill Country
At least two people have been killed in this week’s flooding in the Texas Hill Country, just a little more than a year after a similar event killed more than 100 people in the region....
Eanes ISD: Westlake grad identified as victim in Hill Country floods, family says
Eanes ISD on Friday announced that Mark Steward's family confirmed he was killed in deadly flooding that swept across the Hill Country and other parts of Texas on Thursday....
Westlake grad identified as victim in Hill Country floods, family says
Mark Steward's family confirmed to KXAN that he was killed in deadly flooding that swept across the Hill Country and other parts of Texas on Thursday.
General Mills recalls Pillsbury bread rolls sold at Walmart over glass concerns
General Mills is recalling more than 735,000 Pillsbury bread rolls after concerns the frozen dough products may contain glass.
Lead poisoning risk leads to recall of cup in retro syle lunch boxes
A popular collector's item is being recalled after federal safety officials discovered a hidden health hazard.
Family of death row inmate blames doctor in botched execution
The family of a Tennessee death row inmate, whose execution was halted because of problems inserting an IV, has filed a complaint, accusing the doctor of violating ethics after the failed execution in May....
Blood test could help identify people at high risk for Alzheimer's disease, study shows
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers reported....
For some in US, insurance makes up nearly 20% of housing cost: survey
LendingTree examined data from the U.S. Census Bureau and federal housing agencies to define the home insurance burden in 50 states.
‘It literally has destroyed everything we have’: Uvalde resident describes flood devastation
Angela Turner was staying in an empty house filled with air mattresses and several other families who were evacuated from their homes after floods washed through Uvalde....
Texas Flooding: How to help the flood victims
Several Texas organizations have opened donation channels to support flood recovery efforts and pet rescue operations after severe flooding in the Texas Hill Country....
Texas Hill Country flood recovery begins after 2 killed, hundreds rescued
A long recovery begins after historic South Central Texas rains trigger widespread Texas Hill Country flooding, leaving two dead in Kerr and Uvalde counties....
River flood concerns continue, but heavy rain threat ending
Although the worst of the heavy rain and flash flooding is behind us, there remains concern for elevated river levels and water flows as we transition out of this 3-day flood event. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie...
Family discovers photo of themselves at San Diego Airbnb: ‘Insane’
A family staying at a San Diego Airbnb was shocked to discover a framed beach photo on the wall that appeared to feature themselves.
US Attorney for Texas gives new details of deadly Houston ICE shooting
According to US Attorney Aaron Reitz, ICE agents tried to pull over the van one other time before the confrontation that led to Lorenzo's shooting death....
Five-star recruit Jayla Forbes commits to Texas
Jayla Forbes announced her commitment to Texas on Thursday, becoming the first five-star recruit for Vic Schaefer's class of 2027.
New Hill Country flood sirens activated for first time since being installed
Newly installed flood warning systems were put to the test Thursday morning as historic rainfall hit the same Hill Country areas where more than 100 died in the July 4 floods a year ago....
These states have the most residents in financial distress, data shows
A new WalletHub report reveals which states are facing the greatest financial strain, highlighting rising bankruptcy filings and lower credit scores.
'More water than last year’s flood': Texas Hill Country dealing with another devastating flood
A 65-year-old man died after historic Texas Hill Country flash flooding triggered rescues and evacuations across Kerr, Uvalde, and Kendall counties following more than 28 inches of rain....
VIDEO: Texas Game Wardens, DPS in helicopter rescue kids from floodwaters in Uvalde County
Texas Game Wardens and the Texas Department of Public Safety teamed up to rescue people from flood waters in Uvalde County Thursday morning.
Relief teams mobilize as Texas flood response grows
Southern Baptists of Texas Convention Disaster Relief plans to send about 15 volunteers and four trucks to Uvalde on Friday to support a Salvation Army mass feeding operation....
San Marcos fox tests positive for rabies
A report to San Marcos Animal Services said a fox with rabies attacked a stray cat on July 11 in Willow Creek Estates, according to a release.
A year's worth of rain in 5 days: Here are the highest rainfall totals across the area
More than two feet of rain has fallen in some parts of Central Texas over the past four days.
Kerr County opens shelters as severe weather moves through Hill Country
Kerr County has opened three different shelters for people who are displaced from their homes as severe weather moves through the Hill Country.
Gov. Abbott to give update on state's response to flooding
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is expected to share updates on the state's response to flooding across Texas, his office announced in a press release.
Gov. Abbott confirms two deaths due to Texas flooding
Texas Governor Greg Abbott shared updates on the state's response to flooding across Texas.
Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Austin Pets Alive! in need of help as shelters overwhelmed due to severe weather
In a release, APA! said as of 10 a.m. Thursday, more than 104 pets from affected areas are on their way to the rescue: 54 dogs and 50 cats.
'Substance' in van from Houston ICE shooting is electrolyte mix, lawyer says
An affidavit claims bags with a “white-crystal like substance" are inside the van targeted in the fatal Houston ICE-involved shooting.
Can vinegar kill cyclospora? How to wash produce amid parasite outbreak
A produce-linked parasite that can cause uncomfortable (and at times dangerous) bouts of "explosive" diarrhea is causing people to think twice before snacking on berries or mixing up a salad....
Why fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz is such a challenge
President Trump’s return to a U.S. military blockade on Iranian ports this week marked another dead end in his bid to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The restart of the blockade — which first began in mid-April and held until last month, when a tenuous deal to begin peace nego...
Milwaukee latest city to ban ICE masks: Is it legal?
Courts have yet to define how far the Supremacy Clause limits states' authority over federal officers, experts say.
R. Kelly asks President Trump to commute sentence
The formal request comes a year after Kelly's attorney, Beau Brindley, publicly requested that the president take a look at the case over allegations of a "murder plot" in prison....
'I knew it was on me': Video shows reporter power through live report as cockroach crawls on her
A cockroach made an unexpected appearance during a live weather report during a Tuesday night newscast from Nexstar's KTLA, but the reporter at the center of the moment didn't let it derail her broadcast....
Why experts can't pinpoint source of 'explosive diarrhea' parasite
It's been difficult for the CDC to obtain an accurate count of how many cases are currently in the U.S.
Charts: See how high the Pedernales and Llano rivers have risen
The Pedernales and Llano rivers are brimming with massive amounts of water Thursday, as heavy rain continues for a second day across Central Texas.
PHOTOS: Texas rivers before and after floods
Severe weather across Central and Southwest Texas has caused life-threatening flash flooding, especially near Texas rivers. Below are photos of rivers before and after the July 2026 floods....
Watch: Navy Blue Angels jet flies low over beachgoers in Pensacola, Florida, Navy investigating incident
The U.S. Navy is investigating after a Blue Angels jet conducting a flyover above Pensacola Beach in Florida, Wednesday, flew close to the beach crowded with beach-goers....
Cajun Navy volunteer who experienced 2025 floods: 'Not really sure what to say anymore'
Ryan Logue started volunteering with the Cajun Navy last year when deadly floods hit his hometown of Kerrville. Early Thursday morning, he woke up to another major flash flood, something he said is one of the hardest things he's seen in a long time....
George Santos joins cast of FOX's ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’
Fifteen celebrities – including former congressman George Santos, sports champions, and reality TV royalty – are about to face the ultimate test of survival on Season 5 of FOX’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test."...
Shelters open in Uvalde amid flooding across Hill Country
Additional shelters have opened in Uvalde due to widespread flooding and rising water levels on the Leona, Nueces and Frio Rivers.
PHOTOS: 2026 Texas Hill Country floods
Life-threatening floods continue across Texas on Thursday, July 16.
Texas flooding: River flood risk increasing in Hill Country
The river flood risk is rising in the Hill Country as there has been too much heavy rain for the saturated ground to handle.
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