The Next Houston
Disaster planners have long feared that a direct hurricane hit on Miami or New York could be even more catastrophic than Harvey.
Why a Republican Pollster Is Losing Faith in Her Party
“If I pack up my toys and go home, there are people in red MAGA hats who would be saying, ‘Don’t let the door hit you on your way out.’”
Trump Administration Puts on Hold an Obama-Era Desegregation Effort
The rule would have helped poor Americans move to more expensive neighborhoods with better schools.
How Schoolchildren Will Cope With Hurricane Harvey
Class is canceled for at least a week in Houston, and the disaster could upend academic success.
Why the Gulf Coast Is Uniquely Vulnerable to Disasters
It isn’t just because of the weather, a historian argues.
Photos: Pet Rescues in Harvey's Wake
The dogs and cats of flood victims are being cared for by owners, neighbors, and first responders across the region.
What the Public Wants From Schools
An annual poll on national perceptions of education reveals an emphasis on services beyond traditional learning, such as mental-health support and career education.
The Latest on Hurricane Harvey
A guide to The Atlantic’s ongoing coverage of the catastrophe in Texas
Why Ordinary Citizens Are Acting as First Responders in Houston
It’s not necessarily a sign that government has failed—in a disaster as large as Harvey, authorities turn to volunteers like the Cajun Navy by design.
The Unprecedented Flooding in Houston, in Photos
Hurricane Harvey has dropped historic amounts of water on southeastern Texas.
What Trump's Generation Learned About the Civil War
History textbooks used in New York City during the president’s childhood called the Klan “patriotic,” and downplayed the role of slavery in “the War Between the States.”
A Catastrophe for Houston's Most Vulnerable People
Within cities, poor communities of color often live in segregated neighborhoods with higher flood risks. This is especially true in Houston.
Photos: The Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey, the first major hurricane to make landfall in the United States in more than a decade, made landfall on the Texas coast late Friday.
Houston Battles to Rescue Residents From Rising Floodwaters
Local authorities are urging residents to seek shelter on their roofs, if necessary.
‘The Rainfall Threat Is Only Beginning’
Harvey has weakened after making landfall in Texas, but its biggest danger comes from torrential rain and flooding.
Why Do Some People Decide to Ride Out Hurricanes?
“I can’t say that this is a totally safe thing to do, because it’s not. But it’s a decision I’ve made.”
The Urban-School Stigma
Influenced by biases against urban education, parents are moving away from city schools and contributing to segregation in the process.
Local Officials Want to Remove Confederate Monuments—but States Won't Let Them
Laws preventing the removal of statues raise questions not only about historical legacy but also about local control and public safety.
Is Texas Ready for Hurricane Harvey?
Experts have long worried that a powerful storm striking the Gulf Coast could be a costly and deadly environmental disaster.
Why School Still Starts After Labor Day in Michigan
The calendar is designed to bolster the economy—but some worry it hurts kids.