The new rules are “probably the biggest step forward in our development practices I’ve seen in 20 years," an environmentalist ...

Two massive disasters this year are leading some to grapple with the question of how to get officials and the public to care and take action.

KERRVILLE, Texas — Just three people remain missing — down from nearly 100 at last count — since the Texas Hill Country was pounded by massive flooding on July 4, officials said Saturday.