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Parts of Central Texas sees historic, deadly flooding overnight following severe weather pattern
SAN ANTIONIO, Texas (KTRK) -- Overnight, parts of central Texas experienced catastrophic levels of flooding, killing several people, according to the National Weather Service. According to officials, the Guadalupe River, near Hunt and Kerrville,...

Texas Housing Market Going Backward as Homes Up for Sale Hit 14-Year High
Texas home sales reported their weakest performance of the year to date in April, when the spring's homebuying season was supposed to be in full swing, according to a new report. This is happening even as for-sale inventory has surged above...

Houston has much to offer, economic diversification report states
Houston has much to offer in the bid to wean itself from an over dependence on the traditional forest industry, a report prepared for the District of Houston indicates. Houston has much to offer in its bid to wean itself from an over-dependence on...

Houstonians still recovering from 2021 freeze, Hurricane Harvey can apply to two new housing programs
Separate programs are opening for Houston residents who were impacted by the 2021 freeze or Hurricane Harvey. FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan explains both programs and how you can apply. HOUSTON - The City of Houston is launching two...

Houston weather: Steamy 4th of July, isolated storms possible
It's the 4th of July and with plans to be outside, it's important to keep up with the weather! Expect it to be hot and humid with highs in the 90s. The heat index could rise above 103 at times, but there could be a couple of afternoon storms to...

Texas flash flood results multiple missing and fatalities
Heavy rainfall caused the Guadalupe River in Texas to flood on Friday, prompting search teams to begin rescues and leading to reports of multiple fatalities.Overnight, residents in central Kerr County witnessed as much as 10 inches of heavy rain...

Texas flooding
Multiple deaths have been reported in Texas after heavy rain caused flash flooding of a river. Search teams used boats to conduct rescues Friday as fast-moving water threatened riverfront communities near wildlife habitats and campgrounds. As much...

Weather Impact | Independence Day weekend forecast
We could have some storms around for your Independence Day weekend, but it should be drier than this past week. TEXAS, USA — We have had a lot of flooding in the Concho Valley this morning, but storm chances look to decrease, thankfully. They are...

Houston weather: Expect some storms for 4th of July

Texas weather: San Saba River flooding

Texas weather: Guadalupe River flooding timelapse
Officials are calling flooding in Kerr County "catastrophic". This is WXVision timelapse video of the Guadalupe River for about three hours beginning at around 5:30 a.m. on July 4. Posted July 4, 2025 8:57am CDT

Texas weather: Guadalupe River flooding

Texas' Guadalupe River bursts banks and drowns multiple people as city begins to disappear underwater
By NATASHA ANDERSON Published: 10:20 EDT, 4 July 2025 | Updated: 10:40 EDT, 4 July 2025 A deadly flash flood has left multiple people dead and thousands fleeing for their lives after the Guadalupe River burst, engulfing a Texas city. The National...

Flash flooding in central Texas kills several in Kerrville as Guadalupe River overflows
An unconfirmed number of people are dead after flash flooding struck portions of central Texas on Friday morning. Months' worth of rain fell on the region in just a few hours, sending river levels surging and triggering the deadly weather event....

Major flooding across West Texas prompts road closures and event rescheduling
TEXAS, USA — The Tom Green County Sheriff's Office has established a temporary evacuation shelter at the A&M AgriLife Center, located at 7887 N. US Highway 87, as major flooding impacts the area. Numerous roadways in the county are currently...

Fourth of July 2025: What’s open and closed in Houston
Whether you need to run errands, grab a quick bite, or pick up last-minute items, here’s a guide to what’s open and closed around Houston on July 4th, 2025. Government offices & schools Most government offices and public schools will be closed in...

The podcast ‘Fumed’ shines light on corporate pollution
The Public Health Watch podcast follows the struggle of an unlikely pair of activists against the excesses of Big Oil. Public Health Watch (NPR, 2025) The first season of Fumed, a podcast by Public Health Watch, details not just what’s polluting...

One Of Texas' Most Snake-Infested Lakes Is Also One Of Its Most Underrated Vacation Destinations
Home to over 115 different species and subspecies of snakes, Texas has the most diverse snake population of any state in the United States. Texas' warm temperatures, habitat diversity, large size, and abundance of prey facilitate an immense snake...

How these flies could save Texas ranchers from a dangerous pest
The U.S. government plans to release sterilized flies to combat screwworm pests in Texas and northern Mexico. HOUSTON — It may sound like something out of a science fiction movie, but it’s real: The U.S. government is preparing to release billions...

Catastrophic Texas Flash Flood Leaves Multiple Dead, Many Missing
Parts of Central Texas are dealing with the aftermath of a catastrophic flash flood that devastated communities along the Guadalupe River. What began as a calm night quickly turned deadly as heavy rainfall sent the river surging over 30 feet in...