Climate
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Increases in anxiety, depression, headaches: The data center problem no one is talking about
Esme Zuñiga is a graduate student at the University of Texas at Arlington studying the impact infrasound—low frequency sound below the limit of human hearing emitted from data centers—has on mental health.
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A guide to summer safety for dog owners
Keeping your dog safe in the summer requires commitment, care, and diligence. Here’s how to do it with ease.
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Kerr County’s new siren-based system seeks to close flood warning gaps
Kerr County is adopting an improved flood warning system, including outdoor sirens. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Here’s a breakdown of all of Corpus Christi’s water supply projects
City of Corpus Christi officials are continuing pursuit of multiple projects aimed at boosting supply and diversifying water sources beyond lakes and rivers.
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Camp Mystic mothers open up to Lester Holt in emotional Dateline special
Eight mothers who lost their daughters in the devasting Camp Mystic flood spoke with Dateline’s Lester Holt for ‘After The Flood.’
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Texas-based companies dominate list when it comes to customers’ power shutoffs
Federal data offers the clearest picture yet of disturbing stats from the nation’s energy capital.
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Survivors of TX extreme weather events seek support from lawmakers
An exhibit, held on the National Mall on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, includes the experiences of 250 survivors of natural disasters from all 50 states.
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State investigators issue final Camp Mystic report detailing cascading failures during July 4 flood
Lawmakers said they have already passed laws addressing all but one of the deficiencies the investigation found.
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Texas’ data center reckoning is here
More than 520 groups asked Congress to pause data centers. Texas is already living the fight.
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Cicadas are nature’s alarm clock — not a thermometer
Can cicadas predict how hot of a summer we’re going to have? Science says no, but it’s a fun theory.
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Bipartisan Mystic Alerts Act heads to House floor for full vote
The Mystic Alerts Act is heading to the full US House for approval. Here’s everything you need to know about the bipartisan bill.
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Houston organizers devise creative cooling strategies to beat the heat at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Houston organizers have devised several ways of keeping people cool during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s how they’re planning to do that.
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Latino leaders want say in future of TX energy policies
Latino and low-income neighborhoods are often located closest to refineries and already face higher rates of asthma and other health impacts.
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Greg Abbott promised Texas prosperity. The numbers tell a different story.
The Lone Star State has the eighth largest economy on Earth. Its residents rank among the worst-off in the nation.
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Tornado season in North Texas: Essential safety tips every resident should know
In Texas, tornadoes most frequently strike from March through the end of May. Here are some preparation and safety tips.
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Texas coal and power plants at heart of state’s growing water crisis, report reveals
Researchers from the Sierra Club analyzed water consumption data and dug through Texas water rights records. What they found is sobering.
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El Niño may return to Texas this summer, but forecasters say ‘don’t panic’
El Niño, a weather pattern that effects wind and ocean surface temperatures, may return to Texas this summer.
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Here’s your Dallas-Fort Worth news rundown for the week
Here’s a recap of some of this week’s headlines, from education to food.
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Texas Tech researchers to develop statewide flood warning system
Texas Tech professors are developing a unique flood forecasting system for the state – and specifically for the Texas Hill Country.
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Petrochemical expansion in Texas will fall heavily on communities of color, study finds
Researchers at Texas Southern University in Houston have analyzed demographic data around the locations of almost 100 industrial facilities proposed statewide and found that about 90 percent are located in counties with higher concentrations of people of color and families in poverty than statewide averages.
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New Texas energy package could help older adults in long-term care facilities during extreme weather
A growing body of research warns that climate disasters are disproportionately dangerous for older adults, especially those in long-term care settings who rely on others for essential support. Those risks are often compounded in rural areas, where resources are scarce and emergency support is slower to arrive.
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Clearing the air in DFW: A look at local steps to improve air quality
Between a bustling population, long commutes, industrial activities, and the limited public transportation access, it’s not too surprising that the Dallas-Fort Worth area ranks as the 10th-worst city for ozone pollution. That’s according to the American Lung Association’s 2025 air quality report, which in 2024 ranked DFW at no. 13. The report collects data on…
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Don’t sweat it: How SSRI users can protect themselves in the Texas heat
And while this can make anyone feel uncomfortable, those who take Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, more commonly known as SSRIs, can be more easily affected by high temperatures than others.
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Op-Ed: To Texas, From a Fellow Survivor: We See You. We’re With You
To the people of Texas: you are part of something bigger now. A growing, fierce, and resilient community of people who refuse to be quiet about what we’ve lost—and what we all deserve.
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Most Texas prisoners don’t have AC access and it’s unclear when they will get it
Two thirds of people incarcerated in Texas’ prisons face another summer without air conditioning after lawmakers again declined to pass legislation that would mandate a timeline for installing climate control in state facilities.
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How to file flood damage with basic homeowners, renters insurance
Learn what steps to take after flood damage, what your insurance can cover, how to report claims, and where to find disaster assistance.
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(Op-ed) Kids don’t vote: How the media, public talks about Texas, Camp Mystic flood matters
While natural disasters can often be tied to politics, is it appropriate to have that conversation immediately after tragedy strikes?
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How to help, donate to Texas, Camp Mystic flood victims
After flash floods devastated Kerr County, leaving over 90 people dead and at least 56 more missing, organizations around Texas are banding together to provide aid.
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The windiest city isn’t Chicago—it’s in Texas
Four Texas cities made the top ten list of windiest cities in the US.
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City of Houston partners with Reliant Energy to help residents beat the heat
Anyone who’s lived in Houston for long enough knows that heat can mostly be uncomfortable, and sometimes even life-threatening, due to the emerging climate crisis increasing temperatures.
