Feelings of hopelessness common after tragedies like Central Texas floods, psychologists say

From taking a break from the news to volunteering, an expert offers suggestions on how to deal with our feelings about the flood tragedy. AUSTIN, Texas — There’s no question that many of the images of the Hill Country and Central Texas floods on television and social media have been difficult to watch because of … Read more

‘Nothing short of a miracle,’ | East Texas sisters share harrowing flash flood survival story

“We thought it was a normal thunderstorm,” Lilly Kummerfeld said. “We didn’t know about any of the destruction or the horrible things happening at that moment.” TYLER, Texas — A beloved summer camp tradition became a nightmare when two East Texas sisters were swept up in a deadly flash flood. For the first time, the … Read more

San Antonio police search for missing woman with intellectual disability last seen Monday

Authorities are searching for 30-year-old Ashley Carr, last seen Monday on the 10200 block of Squanto Drive in the city’s northwest side. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department is searching for a woman last seen Monday in the city’s northwest side. Officials issued an Endangered Missing Persons Alert for 30-year-old Ashley Carr. Police … Read more