4 things to know about the deadly Texas floods and ongoing search efforts
Search efforts continue for people still missing after Friday's floods, as questions swirl over what went wrong. Here's what we know so far.
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In Peru, criminal gangs are targeting schools in poor neighborhoods for extortion
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The latest on the deadly Texas flash flooding. And, U.S. to send new tariff rates
Local officials are being pressed for answers over the deadly flash flooding in Texas that left dozens dead. And, the Trump administration plans to send letters to countries with new tariff rates.
Texas lawmaker wants investigation into weather alert system and storm preparedness
Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, says affected Texans are owed an investigation into what went wrong with evacuating flooded areas and how it can be prevented from happening again.
The latest on the deadly floods in Texas
Crews continue to search in central Texas for victims of flash flooding that killed at least 82 people. Officials have been dealing with tough questions about why many were not warned to evacuate.
Why some see the dollar's drop as a sign America is losing its financial might
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How the community of Altadena is doing after the deadly Southern California wildfires
In January, the deadly Eton Fire destroyed thousands of homes in Altadena, Calif. What challenges do homeowners and other residents in one small neighborhood continue to face?
After Texas flood, former camper reflects on Camp Mystic's traditions and loss
Dozens are dead following flash flooding in Texas, including some at Camp Mystic. NPR speaks with Lauren Garcia about the camp and what makes it a special place for the women in her family.
A look at the conditions that impacted the deadly flooding in Texas
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Greg Waller, a hydrologist at the West Gulf River Forecast Center of the National Weather Service, about the conditions that factored into the deadly flooding in Texas.
Constitutional law professor discusses exemption of tech companies from TikTok ban
NPR speaks with Zachary Price, law professor at the University of California College of Law San Francisco, about the Trump administration's rationale for exempting tech companies from the TikTok ban.