Houston recovery
As the floodwaters begin to recede, the city of Houston is beginning its long road to recovery. DeMarco Morgan is in Houston where thousands are returning to their storm-damaged homes.
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Trump to return to TX
President Trump will survey Harvey devastation on a return trip to Texas tomorrow as the White House looks to send Congress a $5.9 bill relief plan. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett has details.
Humanity shines through in Texas
In the face of destruction and loss across Texas, there are also examples of resilience and kindness. DeMarco Morgan takes a look at how ordinary people are stepping up as heroes.
Texas mom disappears before Harvey
Police are searching for a Texas mother who mysteriously disappeared right before Hurricane Harvey hit. Crystal McDowell's last Facebook post said,"Stay safe out there!" the day before Harvey made landfall. Michelle Miller spoke with McDowell's family.
Houston mayor turns to recovery
Though the floodwater may be receding, countless homes and neighborhoods are still flooded in Texas. Still, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner says it's time for him to turn his attention to the city's recovery. Mark Strassmann spoke with Sylvester in the mayor's first extensive interview since Hurricane Harvey.
Pence clears storm debris in Texas
President Trump will return to Texas Saturday to visit Houston and other areas hit hard by Harvey. He was criticized after his first trip for not visiting with victims in the storm-ravaged area. Meanwhile, Vice President Pence went to Texas Thursday to meet with victims. Major Garrett reports.
The search for missing in Houston
Houston officials are surveying the damage left behind by Harvey. The White House estimates the storm affected around 100,000 homes in Texas. Some 37,000 utility customers in Houston still don't have power. But there are also signs that the city is starting to turn a corner. DeMarco Morgan reports.
Texas chemical plant fire
The flooded Arkema chemical plant could see explosions over the next few days. Part of the facility in Crosby, Texas, caught fire after the valves in a storage container burst. The plant's owner says eight other containers filled with chemicals are ready to blow. David Begnaud reports.
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Rescues made in Texas as devastation grows; Harvey victims receive song of hope
Houston recovery
Harvey's storm system is finally moving north, but cleaning up the damage it caused has just begun. CBS News' Meg Oliver is in Houston where debris has been left in Harvey's wake as residents begin to seek normalcy.
Harvey's costs
The Trump administration estimates 100,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed by the Harvey storm system. Hilary Kramer, editor of Gamechangerstocks.com, joined CBSN to discuss the economic impact of the devastation.
Harvey and the environment
Harvey has disrupted a number of refineries and chemical plants, raising health concerns for residents in the area. Environment Texas Director Luke Metzer joins CBSN to talk about how these hazards are impacting the region.
Texas congressman
After being trapped in his Woodville home, Texas U.S. Rep. Brian Babin joins CBSN to discuss his experience and conditions on the ground in the Houston suburbs.
Trump and DACA
A White House spokesperson said officials are reviewing a possible end to Obama-era protections for the children of undocumented immigrants, but did not give a timeline. CBS News contributor and Washington Post congressional reporter Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss.
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Volunteers in Texas look for anyone left behind; Woman uses her voice to lift spirits of flood victims
Plant explosion
The Arkema plant in Crosby, Texas experienced two small explosions early Thursday. The plant lost power from flooding and each of its backup generators failed, causing chemicals to degrade and burn. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joins CBSN to discuss the potentially dangerous fumes and what officials are doing about it.
Harvey rescues
The devastation mounts from Harvey and rescues are still underway. CBS News' Anna Werner reports from Port Arthur, Texas.
Most without flood insurance
The White House says Harvey's floodwaters damaged or destroyed nearly 100,000 Texas homes. At least 51,000 claims have been filed with FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program. But many others have no flood insurance. Jim Axelrod reports.
Lifting spirits through song
It was an impromptu moment captured on camera: Victoria White, a university admissions counselor, sang a song of hope at a shelter in Conroe, Texas, for the dozens of people who were forced to flee their flooded homes after Harvey struck. Less than 24 hours later, more than 16 million people had seen it. Jericka Duncan reports.
Harvey's environmental impact
Many refineries and chemical plants in Texas are finding it hard to deal with the "extreme" effects of Harvey, and former EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy says more needs to be done to prepare and adapt as climate change intensifies storms. McCarthy joins CBSN to discuss.
Texas first responders
When he heard about the threat from Hurricane Harvey, Alex Fine, a personal trainer in Los Angeles, couldn't just sit home and watch. He traveled to Texas to help rescue stranded residents. He joins CBSN with more from Vidor, Texas.
Harvey flooding victims
Houston cops mourned their fallen colleague, Sergeant Steve Perez, who drove through pounding rain into 16 feet of water and drowned. He is among Harvey's victims. Most flooding fatalities have happened in cars. Harris County's chief executive says 500,000 cars were lost in the storm. Mark Strassmann reports.
Chemical plant explosions
Adding to the fear and danger in Texas, explosions at a chemical plant sent a cloud of smoke in the air -- and more than a dozen sheriff's deputies to the hospital. The area around the chemical plant was evacuated Tuesday after company representatives warned officials their emergency plans failed. David Begnaud has more.
Rescues continue
Coast Guard and National Guard helicopters pulled residents up and out to safety Thursday. Boats manned by police and volunteers went door to door looking for anyone left behind in Harvey's floodwaters. Anna Werner reports.
Port Arthur rescues
While Harvey continues to lose strength and make its way out of Texas, rescue crews are still working around the clock to help save residents. CBS News reporter Danielle Nottingham joins CBSN from Port Arthur, Texas, a town that remains largely underwater.
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National civil rights museum Trump can't control is expanding
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Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul announces he won't seek reelection
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