Mr. Trump and Abbott promised to rebuild the devastated region, although the president recognized that what was lost can never be recovered.

The death toll in the July 4 Central Texas flooding rose to 103 on Friday as the search continued for those still missing.

Severe thunderstorms will continue to prowl the central United States through the weekend with some areas at risk for damage stemming from high winds, hail, tornadoes and flooding. Police officers and emergency crews in eastern Massachusetts were out in full force on Thursday morning, performing rescues and blocking off impassable roads

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Congressman Greg Casar and several other Democratic lawmakers have sent letters to U.S. leaders in the aftermath of deadly Central Texas floods, demanding answers about the federal response.

In response to the deadly Central Texas floods, Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday expanded the special session agenda to prioritize disaster readiness, including flood alerts, emergency upgrades, and recovery aid.

Under President Donald J. Trump's Major Disaster Declaration, workers and self-employed people in Burnet, San Saba, Tom Green, Travis, and Williamson counties who have been unable to work due to damage from devastating flooding may be eligible for DUA benefits.

Players and staff for the Texas Rangers and Houston Astros will wear specially designed batting practice shirts to show support for Central Texas flood victims ahead of the clubs’ series opener on Friday at Daikin Park,

As rescue efforts end, volunteers and retired responders reflect on the toll — and the hope — of bringing closure to families.