More than 1 million Texans still don’t have electricity. For those hardest hit by Beryl, the wait will stretch into next week.
Days after Beryl, Texans toil to cope with debris, heat, rain and no power
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Beryl power outages crowd hospitals, delay new admissions
In Houston, discharged patients remain in an arena to avoid powerless homes. Some 70 miles north, Livingston’s hospital is one of 17 in the state relying on a generator because of Hurricane Beryl power outages.
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Millions of Texans face third day without power in summer heat
Power companies and Texas officials say restoration efforts could take days. Experts say Texans without electricity are facing a dangerous situation.
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2024 Texas Elections
Kamala Harris stumps in Dallas, as panic takes hold of Democratic party over Biden
The vice president spoke to about 20,000 members of Alpha Kappa Alpha, a historically Black sorority of which she is an alumna, at their annual convention.
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How to navigate FEMA during this year’s hurricane season
The upcoming hurricane season is anticipated to be “above-average,” potentially causing those in its path to suffer from property damages. Here is how federal assistance may help you in the aftermath of a natural disaster.
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Energy
Texas leaders worry that Bitcoin mines threaten to crash the state power grid
Granbury residents are raising alarms over noise from a local Bitcoin mine, while state lawmakers warn that the energy-hungry facilities risk “crashing” the electrical grid.
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Hurricane Beryl
Biden says Texas officials delayed request for Beryl federal aid
Gov. Greg Abbott has spent the duration of the hurricane on a pre-scheduled trip to meet with foreign diplomats in Asia, leaving Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick as acting governor.
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Politics
U.S. Rep Troy Nehls resigns from far-right Freedom Caucus
The move leaves just three Texans in the group of arch conservatives, down from five at the start of the term.
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2024 Texas Elections
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett doubles down on push for Biden to step aside
“The president has been running behind,” the Texas Democrat said. “We needed a surge, we got a setback.”
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Tropical Storm Beryl: How to get help and help Texans
Officials warn of continued flooding and other risks as Beryl leaves. Groups are mobilizing to help affected Texans.
