Historically speaking, the last week of August has been a tough one for Charleston, at least so far as natural disasters go. Though sources vary in their detail and assessments, a survey of websites ...

Building on AP’s industry role in covering natural disasters and the Education team’s Pulitzer-finalist work on educational ...

LOS ANGELES — Natural disaster survivors would be eligible for six months of mortgage relief under a bill introduced Thursday by two senators whose states have been ravaged by wildfires and floods.

Myanmar’s Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival is a major Buddhist celebration, but recent challenges have dampened its spirit.

The latest drought conditions in Texas are at 23%, slightly less than the same time last year. A week ago conditions were at 30%, and three months ago they were at 58%. Elías Valverde II / Staff ...