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At least 160 still missing after catastrophic Texas flooding, officials say
More than 170 people are missing and the confirmed death toll has climbed to nearly 120 after flash floods devastated parts ...
Gov. Greg Abbott adds flood response, disaster readiness to special session after deadly Central Texas floods
The special session agenda includes 18 legislative priorities, with several directly addressing the recent disaster.
Unpacking claim Greg Abbott said he'd deport God if he 'came into Texas illegally'
The claim spread widely on social media after the floods that devastated the Lone Star State in early July 2025.
Harrowing stories of rescue emerge from Texas floods as crews search for more than 160 reported missing
Texas police described some of the rescues they conducted after flash floods engulfed camps and homes in the state's Hill ...
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State response and recovery efforts continue for Texans impacted by flooding
The State of Texas has deployed more than 2,200 personnel and 1,200 vehicles and equipment assets. More than 20 state ...
Austin, Texas fire chief accused of refusing to send special rescue team to flood zone over $800K dispute with state
The Austin, Texas, fire chief is being accused of denying state requests to send rescuers to Kerrville days before the catastrophic flooding because of an $800,000 dispute with the state government.
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Kerrville mayor says he wasn’t aware of state resources Abbott said were in place ahead of flooding
The governor said Tuesday that the state had “assets, resources and personnel” in place before the July 4 floods.
Texas flooding, and politics around it, underscore the challenges Trump faces in replacing FEMA
Noem said the rapid delivery of funds to Texas resembled the “state block grants” model Trump has promoted. It’s an idea that ...
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Texas is relying on FEMA. State leaders said it should be cut
The governor and top emergency official in Texas are both members of a council advising the Trump administration on options ...
Left-wing critics blame Texas flood devastation on 'climate denialism,' warn more to come unless inaction ends
Left-wing critics argue Texas floods were worsened by climate denialism, while conservatives call out politicization of the tragedy amid ongoing search and rescue efforts.
Texas State prepared to ramp up resources to stay competitive in Pac-12 Conference
Texas State president Kelly Damphousse and AD Don Coryell understand the need for an increased financial commitment to keep ...