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Disaster Relief Groups Distribute Aid To Flood-Ravaged Texas

4:32pm August 29, 2017

by Pam Fessler

The devastating floods in Texas have led to a need for massive aid, including from charities and nonprofit groups. Most say what they need is money, not things. And they hope donors will be around for what could be a years-long recovery.

Gentrification brings with it new restaurants, businesses and housing but often pushes out longtime residents.

What Does It Take To See Gentrification Before It Happens?

2:57pm August 29, 2017

by Adam Frank

The great hope of urban advocates is to democratize data, allowing residents to see more clearly how a neighborhood is changing — but knowledge of those changes may accelerate them, says Adam Frank.

Washington has eight Atlantic salmon net pens. There are two types: commercial net pens for raising Atlantic salmon and enhancement net pens for wild salmon that will eventually be released.

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Why Are Atlantic Salmon Being Farmed In The Northwest?

12:55pm August 29, 2017

by Courtney Flatt

Earlier this month, thousands of Atlantic salmon escaped a net pen in Washington state, raising concerns from environmentalists and questions about farming non-native species. Here are some answers.

Physical therapy as well as cognitive therapy are part of a promising approach to managing chronic pain without drugs.

Holistic Therapy Programs May Help Pain Sufferers Ditch Opioids

11:11am August 29, 2017

by Michelle Andrews

Learning strategies to deal with chronic pain can be an effective way to stay off addictive medicines, says the head of the Mayo Clinic's pain rehab center. But insurance doesn't always cover it.

A bus is stuck in the flooded Interstate 10 in Houston on Monday. Hurricane Harvey, a Category 4 storm, made landfall on the Texas coast near Corpus Christi on Friday.

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Flood Of 'Texas Navy' Private Citizens Help In Houston Rescue Efforts

11:05am August 29, 2017

by John Burnett

Houston remains in rescue mode as Tropical Storm Harvey continues to dump water on the flooded region. About 5,500 people have been brought to emergency shelters in the city, the mayor said Monday.

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Harvey Dumps More Than 40 Inches Of Rain On Texas

9:29am August 29, 2017

by Nathan Rott

People in Texas are hoping the rain from Tropical Storm Harvey lets up soon. Tens of thousands of people have been forced from their homes, and the death toll is expected to rise.

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Flooding Forces Thousands Of People From Their Houston-Area Homes

9:27am August 29, 2017

Emergency evacuation orders have been issued for Houston due to massive flooding. That's left families scrambling to pack some belongings and figure out where they'll go.

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People make their way out of a flooded neighborhood in Houston on Monday. Many people are turning to social media for help.

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Facebook, Twitter Replace 911 Calls For Stranded In Houston

9:04am August 29, 2017

by Lauren Silverman

Facebook and Twitter became de facto centers for thousands of stranded people as 911 centers became overwhelmed with calls. Police and officials are using social media as an essential tool to connect.

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With Much Of Houston Still Underwater, Rescue Efforts Continue

8:18am August 29, 2017

Ailsa Chang talks to retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honore, who is no stranger to the devastation hurricanes can cause. He commanded the military's disaster response operation during Hurricane Katrina.

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Politics & Government

Harvey Is First Major Natural Disaster For Trump Administration

8:17am August 29, 2017

by Scott Horsley

Over the last few days, President Trump has been tweeting a lot about rescue efforts in Texas. He's offered praise, for "great coordination between agencies at all levels of government."

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