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Hurricane Irma Hits the Caribbean
As Hurricane Irma's eye roars away from the tiny island of Barbuda and toward St. Martin, residents along its path scrambled to evacuate while stocking up on water, food and gas.
How Much Trouble Is Bob Menendez Actually In?
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez goes on trial today in a federal court in Newark, New Jersey, on charges of bribery in regard to his relationship with a campaign donor. Menendez has, from the start, insisted that he is totally innocent. But how much legal peril is Menendez actually in? I reached out to Thomas Cooke, a former assistant state's attorney and assistant public defender in Maryland and a longtime member of the Georgetown University faculty.
5 Things for September 6: Irma, DACA, Sen. Menendez, Iran, Health & Height
Looks like we might get flying cars (and electric ones at that!) after all. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
China Willing to 'pay a price' for Stronger North Korea Sanctions
China is willing to take the economic hit of greater sanctions on North Korea, a top official said Monday, as Washington continues to pressure Beijing on the issue.
Houston Teams and Athletes Step Up for Hurricane Relief
Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander says he'll up his donation to those affected by Hurricane Harvey to $10 million. He had already pledged $4 million but announced the increase Tuesday.
Trump's 'fire and fury' Rhetoric Met With Defiance By Kim Jong Un
While triggering global geopolitical shockwaves, North Korea's nuclear test also represents a flagrant personal challenge to President Donald Trump and his strategy of escalating the showdown with Pyongyang with explosive rhetoric.
Joel Osteen Says Church Has Opened Doors to Flood Victims
The megachurch led by Joel Osteen is receiving people who need shelter and also helping evacuees with supplies such as baby food, formula and other shelter needs, the church announced via Twitter Tuesday morning.
JJ Watt's Harvey Relief Pushes Higher Still: Beats $10 Million Goal
JJ Watt is a force on the field. His skills extend to fundraisers. The Houston Texans defensive end has been raising money to help victims of Hurricane Harvey and on Thursday he surpassed his latest goal of $10 million.
Trae Tha Truth Rescues NBA Star, Others During Hurricane Harvey
Trae Tha Truth sprung into action after being rescued during Hurricane Harvey. The Houston legend managed to rescue more than a few dozen citizens during the week, including an emerging NBA star.
Remembering Sergeant Steve Perez.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the tragic in the line of duty death of Sergeant Steve Perez. Sergeant Perez was bravely serving the City of Houston in the face of this unprecedented weather-related disaster when his vehicle entered high water.
Help the Storm Victim Animals of Hurricane Harvey
I will keep this short, but I wanted to update you on the animals that have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Announces $25 Million In Federal Funds For TxDOT To Address Disastrous Impacts From Hurricane Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is receiving $25 million in federal funds to help rehabilitate the state’s transportation network after Hurricane Harvey waged an unprecedented attack on the Lone Star State. The Federal Highway Administration made the funds available for all counties on the Governor's Disaster Declaration.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Seeks Massive Aid Package To Help Texas Recover From Hurricane Harvey
Jackson Lee: “The catastrophic destruction caused by Hurricane Harvey demands massive amounts of aid to address the overwhelming needs of the countless victims who face the daunting task of rebuilding their lives.”
Fort Bend County Issues Evacuations;
UPDATE 8/28 5 p.m.: The interactive maps of evacuation zones for the Brazos and San Bernard Rivers now contain evacuation routes. Residents can search their address to see if they are part of an evacuation order:
Harvey: 'We just don't know when it's going to end,' Lawmaker Says
Gov. Greg Abbott has activated the entire Texas National Guard in response to Harvey, bringing the total number of deployed Guardsmen to roughly 12,000, he said Monday. Previously, he had mobilized about 4,000 troops.
This Texas Man Has a Boat — And a Mission: 'Go save some lives'
The statement is short but powerful. CNN's Ed Lavandera comes up on a pair of men readying a boat under a flooded overpass somewhere in southeast Texas. "You guys just jumping in to help out?" asks Lavandera. "Yes sir," says one of the men.
Trump to Llift Military Gear Ban for Local Police
The Trump administration will unveil a new plan Monday to roll back limits on a controversial program that provides local law enforcement agencies with surplus military gear, marking the end of a policy implemented during the Obama administration.
'Texas has never seen an event like' Harvey, FEMA Chief Says
Swollen rivers in east Texas aren't expected to crest until later this week, but federal officials are already predicting Tropical Storm Harvey will drive 30,000 people into shelters and spur 450,000 victims to seek some sort of disaster assistance.
Netflix Pot Comedy 'Disjointed' Runs On Fumes
While "The Big Bang Theory" producer Chuck Lorre clearly felt liberated plying his trade for Netflix, the resulting stoner comedy, "Disjointed," runs on fumes. Kathy Bates stars as the proprietor of "Southern California's finest and friendliest marijuana dispensary," but there's not enough weed in the Golden State to wring consistent laughs from a show that's mostly as stale as an unwashed bong.
'Game of Thrones' Soars In Breathtaking Finale
The following contains major spoilers about the "Game of Thrones" season finale. If "Game of Thrones" has been a controlled burn for much of its run, the current season has been a raging fire, exhausting story at a breakneck pace. After a season punctuated by massive battles, the finale wisely capped the penultimate season by steadfastly focusing on the show's characters and dense mythology.
