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world3 months ago

Camp Mystic to reopen in Texas after devastating floods

Camp Mystic in Texas plans to partially reopen next summer after devastating floods in July that killed 27 campers and counselors. The camp will rebuild the undamaged areas and establish a memorial, while the flooded section remains closed. New safety laws have been enacted to improve emergency preparedness, following criticism of the camp's safety measures. The tragedy has prompted discussions on disaster response and safety regulations, with ongoing efforts to implement these changes.

crime2 years ago

Texas Prom Shooting Leaves 9 Teens Injured

Gun violence has become the leading cause of death among children and teens in the US, with 19% of deaths for individuals aged 18 and younger in 2021. Recent shootings involving children and teens include a mass shooting at a 16th birthday party in Alabama, a shooting in Kansas City, and two teenage cheerleaders shot in Texas. Safe storage laws and raising the minimum age to own a firearm can help reduce accidental and self-inflicted gun injuries and deaths among children and teens. The US accounts for 97% of all child and teen firearm deaths among its peer countries.