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Can Trump show a nation he cares?

Can Trump show a nation he cares?

The president heads to Texas on Tuesday to survey the damage from Hurricane Harvey. It will be a test of his young presidency to show empathy and competence in responding to a historic storm.

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Joel Osteen's Houston megachurch opens doors as shelter

A church Facebook post and a since-deleted Instagram remark by Lakewood Church associate pastor John Gray said flooded highways had made the church inaccessible.
by The Associated Press

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Wary Louisiana prepares for inundation by Harvey

Wary Louisiana prepares for inundation by Harvey

Southwest Louisiana balanced on a knife's edge early Tuesday as Tropical Storm Harvey threatened to inundate the region with potentially disastrous flooding.
by The Associated Press

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Economic impact of Harvey could be felt nationwide before it's over

Economic impact of Harvey could be felt nationwide before it's over

Hurricane Harvey has inflicted much human misery since Friday, and now its aftermath is causing economic harm. Experts say the flooding may end up damaging oil refineries and boosting gas prices.
by Jim Zarroli

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Want to help Hurricane Harvey victims? Experts say donate cash

Want to help Hurricane Harvey victims? Experts say donate cash

When a disaster strikes, people everywhere often are inspired to spring into action. But donating good or services rarely is a good idea, experts say, and even cash donations could be better targeted.
by Pam Fessler

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Why didn't officials order the evacuation of Houston?

Why didn't officials order the evacuation of Houston?

The specter of Hurricane Rita loomed large. In 2005, millions of people tried to flee Houston -- and spent hours trapped on hot, deadly roads.

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Trump in Texas to inspect storm damage

Trump in Texas to inspect storm damage

President Trump arrived in Texas on Tuesday to show support for residents reeling from the effects of Hurricane Harvey and to assess the first stages of the federal recovery effort.
by Scott Horsley

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