AT&T sets up a Mobile Connectivity Center in Hunt, TX, following severe flooding. The center offers free Wi-Fi, computers, and charging stations to support residents affected by the disaster.
Country singer Pat Green raises $1 million during a live-streamed concert for Texas flood victims. Donations support relief efforts for communities impacted by severe flooding.
Over the past two weeks, floods have destroyed or severely damaged hundreds—possibly thousands—of homes across Central Texas. Now, experts are warning homeowners to act fast to prevent mold growth in the region’s hot, humid conditions.
As residents in the Hill Country focus on rebuilding and cleanup, Kerr County officials are now weighing a possible property tax increase to help fund disaster recovery.
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has refused a request to release emails between his office and Elon Musk, citing them as too “intimate and embarrassing” to be publicized. The Texas Newsroom sought the emails to investigate Musk’s influence in the state. The governor’s office claims the content is sensitive and not of public interest, raising questions about transparency and privacy in government communications.
Jesus Carlos Silva from Houston pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining over $1.4 million by impersonating an immigration attorney. He provided no legitimate help and faces up to five years in federal prison. Sentencing is set for September 2025.
Houston artist David Adickes, known for the 67-foot Sam Houston statue and other significant public artworks, died at age 98 on Sunday. Adickes’ contributions to art and his impact on the Houston art scene remain influential, commemorating a life dedicated to sculpture and public installations.
Heavy rain in Central Texas halted the search for over 100 missing individuals in the Ingram floods. Rescue efforts paused as volunteers continue to support the community.
Arlen and Diane Chase, archeologists from the University of Houston, discovered the tomb of Te K’ab Chaak, the first king of the Maya city Caracol in Belize, uncovering significant historical insights into the ancient civilization’s royal dynasty.
Harris County commissioners approved the continuation of key flood mitigation projects amid a $1 billion shortfall in the $2.5 billion flood bond program. The projects, part of a voter-approved initiative in 2018, will proceed with funding partnerships, ensuring progress in flood prevention efforts.