Camp Mystic director admits 27 flood deaths are still unreported as reopening looms

Texas lawmakers are questioning Camp Mystic's fitness to continue operating after its medical officer admitted to never reporting the 27 deaths from last July’s flood to the state as required by law.

Camp Mystic directors apologize, face tough questions from Texas lawmakers

Camp Mystic directors apologized to grieving families during a state hearing today as lawmakers questioned safety failures that led to 27 deaths in last year’s historic floods.

Texas investigative report finds fatal 2025 Camp Mystic flood deaths were preventable

An investigative report presented to Texas lawmakers details how critical leadership delays and a lack of emergency preparedness led to the preventable deaths of 27 girls and counselors during a flash flood at Camp Mystic.

Camp Mystic among 174 Texas camps told to revise emergency plans to reopen

Every summer camp in Texas that submitted their emergency plans has been ordered to revise them if they want to renew their licenses to operate this summer. 

Texas Rangers join probe into Camp Mystic, following July 2025 flooding disaster

The Texas Rangers have joined a state investigation into allegations of criminal neglect at Camp Mystic following the 2025 floods that killed 27 people.

Texas tornado season: Everything you should know

What's a tornado watch versus a tornado warning? Where are the safest places in your home? What are some tornado myths? The FOX 7 Weather Team has everything you need to know ahead of tornado season.

Texas wildfires: Evacuation orders lifted in Panhandle; Hutchinson fire 70% contained

The Texas A&M Forest Service reported the “Hutchinson” Fire in Hutchinson County was estimated to have impacted 2,882 acres and was approximately 70% contained as of Thursday morning.

Hawaii flooding forces 5,500 evacuations as 120-year-old dam fears grow

Severe flooding on Oahu has forced evacuations across the island’s North Shore as Hawaii faces its worst flooding in more than two decades.

Tornadoes rip through Chicago-area, NW Indiana, killing 2 and leaving widespread damage

At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.

Judge sides with Texas flood victim's family, orders Camp Mystic to preserve evidence

The family of one of the 27 campers and staffers killed in last summer's deadly Hill Country flooding have been granted an injunction against Camp Mystic, though the camp will resume operations this summer.

The 5 biggest Texas news stories in 2025

Texas was no stranger to news — from a contentious legislative cycle, to ongoing immigration control efforts, to natural disasters, the Lone Star State was a leading location in the U.S. for headlines.

Over 400 emergency calls released from Kerr County flooding

Two 911 operators fielded more than 400 calls. The calls are not recommended for children to hear, and adults should use discretion.

Camp Mystic announces 2026 reopening at Cypress Lake, details new safety measures

Camp Mystic announced plans to reopen its Cypress Lake property for Summer 2026, implementing major safety upgrades to comply with and exceed new state regulations enacted after the deadly July 4th flooding at its main location.

Texas camps could pay up to 4,000% more for licenses after deadly flooding

The proposal follows new legislation that aims to protect children from disasters after the July 4 catastrophe claimed the lives of 27 campers and staffers at a popular Central Texas camp.

Fund created for Texas Hill Country flood victims' families to receive trauma counseling

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched a new fund aimed at providing critical mental health support for families who lost loved ones in the devastating July 4 floods.