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To date, experts recognize the 1900 Galveston hurricane as the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history.
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To date, experts recognize the 1900 Galveston hurricane as the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history.
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.
Maps show the areas impacted by storm surge, rainfall levels and more as Helene, once a major hurricane and now a tropical storm, moves inland from Florida's Gulf Coast over Georgia.
Hurricane John's rapid intensification forced Mexico's Pacific tourist hubs of Acapulco and Puerto Escondido to brace quickly for a Category 3 storm.
Francine made landfall in southern Louisiana's Terrebonne Parish, the National Hurricane Center said.
The proclamation was originally issued on April 30, days after severe storms caused widespread damage throughout North Texas.
Tropical Storm Debby reached Florida's gulf coast early Monday as a hurricane, bringing with it the potential for catastrophic flooding.
This spring brought an extraordinary amount of rain, thunderstorms, and tornadoes to North Texas.
A Houston-area couple who took a wrong turn during storms on Tuesday stumbled across a truck driver nearly completely submerged in a flooded drainage ditch – and used a hammer to save his life.
A multi-day power outage is anticipated, Jenkins said.
Garland residents are picking up the pieces after severe storms caused heavy damage Tuesday morning.
Strong winds uprooted trees in Garland Tuesday morning, landing on cars and blocking streets. One house was struck by lightning.
As of Monday, NWS Survey teams say four tornadoes hit North Texas Saturday night.
The powerful tornado that struck North Texas Saturday night destroyed multiple homes at the Ray Roberts Marina.
There were multiple fatalities from a tornado that ripped through the small Iowa town of Greenfield, which saw homes and businesses destroyed.
Search and rescue is underway in Barnsdall, Oklahoma, after a tornado tore through the town overnight Monday. Barnsdall, with a population of just over 1,000, is located about 40 miles north of Tulsa.
At least one child was killed and hundreds had to be rescued as portions of Texas dealt with flooding over the weekend.
For some it's sport, for others, it's science: chasing storms. And for everyone who loves the rush, it's the prime time of the year to head into danger.
A weather alert remains in place Sunday for the potential of some strong to severe storms.
More than 100 tornadoes were detected in six states in the Midwest over the weekend.
We are watching everything east of the I-35 corridor for severe weather development Sunday afternoon.
A confirmed tornado touched down in Waco Friday afternoon.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
A cold front sweeps across North Texas Saturday night. Looking ahead to just after the eclipse, we're looking at the possibility of two rounds of severe weather on Monday.
Another round of severe storms are on the way. To avoid damage do your vehicle, you can use flattened cardboard boxes or bags of potting soil to protect it.
So far, the biggest impact has not been widespread severe weather, but strong, gusty winds.
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
A judge will decide next week whether to block new state rules banning smokable hemp products and raising fees, a move that has shops urging customers to stock up.
Ten years after the Midlothian mother was murdered inside a church, her husband and daughters share how they've navigated loss, public scrutiny, and the moments that still catch them off guard.
So far, the biggest impact has not been widespread severe weather, but strong, gusty winds.
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
A judge will decide next week whether to block new state rules banning smokable hemp products and raising fees, a move that has shops urging customers to stock up.
Ten years after the Midlothian mother was murdered inside a church, her husband and daughters share how they've navigated loss, public scrutiny, and the moments that still catch them off guard.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
A North Texas baby placed under the safe haven law is at the center of a rare custody fight after the biological family came forward months later seeking to reclaim him.
The city's human resources department presented plans to improve outcomes, including more accountability and adding new support positions to help employees navigate the process.
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Sources close to Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas tell CBS News neither is planning to retire this year.
State Senator and Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General Nathan Johnson discusses his campaign for the primary runoff and his priorities.
Former Galveston mayor Joe Jaworski discusses his campaign for the primary runoff and his priorities.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker discusses a controversial data center project. She tells Jack Fink about a city bond election for $845 million towards improvements for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, police and fire facilities, and animal care and the shelter.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
Weiser said "the last few years has required a heavy financial lift to continue operating."
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
The UConn star is now joining what many are calling one of the best revamped rosters of the upcoming 2026 season.
The agenda for next week's city council meeting includes a proposal to contribute what will be $273 million in upgrades to the stadium.
Jake Oettinger stopped 21 shots and two of Buffalo's four shootout opportunities.
Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5.
The Minnesota Lynx selected guard Olivia Miles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
