Weather
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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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Houston, we have a lovebug problem — and it’s only getting worse
Lovebugs, otherwise known as honeymoon flies, are descending on Houston in swarms. Here’s what you need to know about them.
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That meteor you saw? Part of it might be sitting in a field near Houston right now
A meteor streaked across the Texas sky this weekend. Here’s where you can look for meteorites in its wake.
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A winter storm is coming! Here are tips for Dallas residents
As Dallas experiences inclement weather, various city departments share tips about staying safe.
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Texas Sees Rise in Flea-Borne Typhus Cases
Flea-borne typhus, otherwise known as murine or endemic typhus, is on the rise in Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
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A long drive: Dallas-area Hurricane Katrina survivor recounts narrow escape 20 years later
A Forney woman looks back on evacuating New Orleans and finding a new life in Texas.
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From New Orleans to Houston: Hurricane Katrina survivors reflect 20 years later
When cooking a New Orleans staple like gumbo, the first step is to make the roux, a process that requires the cook to meticulously stir a combination of flour and fat. The kitchen becomes hot and steamy as the mixture begins to boil, a savory and earthy scent setting the tone for a perfect stew.…
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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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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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Why children might need help coping with Texas Hill Country floods trauma
Children are facing lasting trauma from the Texas Hill Country floods. Experts warn the emotional toll—from nightmares to anxiety—will echo far beyond the disaster.
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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?
