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After devastating 2025 floods killed 130 people in Central Texas, researchers are studying how disaster volunteers cope with emotional stress. The goal: develop practical ways to protect the mental health of people who step up during crises.
Community members are rolling up their sleeves this Saturday to heal the Guadalupe River's damaged banks after devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country. The volunteer effort shows how neighbors are turning disaster into an opportunity for environmental restoration.
Eight months after devastating floods destroyed homes in Hunt, Texas, volunteers like Marissa Rios keep showing up week after week. Their benefit concert just raised $52,000 to help families rebuild and prepare the community for the future.
Emergency crews pulled a baby to safety after floodwaters trapped the infant inside a vehicle in Texas. The successful rescue highlights the quick thinking and bravery of first responders during dangerous weather conditions.
The Texas Rangers unveiled bold new uniforms celebrating North Texas' deep Mexican cultural roots. The team's "Tejas" jerseys debut April 24 as part of their commitment to honoring the Hispanic community.
When a car was swept into a flooded creek near Tuscumbia, Missouri, rescue crews pulled off a successful water rescue that saved everyone inside. The Friday rescue highlights the lifesaving work of first responders during dangerous flood conditions.
Snorkeling scientists in a Texas underwater cave discovered fossils of giant tortoises and armored mammals that never lived in Central Texas before. The surprising find is rewriting what we know about Texas during the Ice Age.
Seven schools in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district just proved that excellence in education is thriving along the Texas border. Their recognition comes from measurable gains in student achievement and preparing kids for life after graduation.
Snorkelers exploring an underwater cave in Central Texas discovered bones from lion-sized armadillos and giant tortoises that scientists didn't know lived there during the Ice Age. The find is rewriting what we know about ancient Texas.
Scientists exploring a Texas cave discovered fossils from a warm period of the last ice age that nobody knew existed in the region. The find includes a lion-sized armadillo and giant tortoise that rewrites what we thought we knew about ancient Texas.
A paleontologist snorkeling through an underground Texas stream discovered fossils never before found in Central Texas, opening a brand new window into life 100,000 years ago. The bones carpeted the cave floor like buried treasure waiting to be found.
A scientist snorkeling through an unexplored Texas cave found something extraordinary: bones everywhere, from giant tortoises to sabretooth cats that lived 100,000 years ago. This discovery opens a completely new window into Central Texas's prehistoric past.
When the worst flooding in 28 years hit Katherine, Australia, hundreds of volunteers mobilized to help neighbors facing weeks of cleanup. The town's response shows how disaster can bring out the best in people.
Henderson Middle School student Emeriie Anastas-Weaver has been selected for a prestigious summer leadership program in Austin and San Antonio. She'll explore Texas history while building skills alongside the state's top young leaders.
After years of devastating monsoon floods, 37 villages in northern Karnataka are getting permanent protection through a new flood control system. The $24 million project will shield 20,000 hectares of farmland and thousands of families from flash floods.
Namibia just invested $1.3 million in modular floating bridges that will keep flood-isolated communities connected to schools and hospitals during annual floods. The innovative solution offers safety and access without the massive cost of permanent infrastructure in unpredictable flood zones.
Dozens of East Texas schools have been named "Star Schools" for outstanding student achievement and closing learning gaps. The recognition celebrates educators who are proving that every student can succeed.
A new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing technology center in Hutto, Texas just reached a major construction milestone, preparing to train the next generation of semiconductor workers. The facility addresses America's urgent need for skilled tech workers while bringing good-paying jobs to Central Texas.
Scientists snorkeling through a Texas cave found lion-sized armadillo fossils lying on the riverbed alongside mammoths and saber-toothed cats. The discovery is changing what we know about Ice Age climate across Central Texas.
Scientists exploring a previously unstudied Texas cave found fossils covering the stream floor, revealing an unexpected mix of Ice Age animals that rewrites what we know about the region's ancient climate. The discovery offers a rare glimpse into a warmer, more forested Texas from 100,000 years ago.
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