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It was Scott Ruskan’s first mission as a rescue swimmer for the U.S. Coast Guard on the Fourth of July along the Guadalupe River.

The Austin Firefighters Association has released the results of the “no confidence" vote in Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker.

A Texas flood survivor with floppy ears is touching hearts nationwide and raising awareness for pet rescues and the need for support after disaster strikes. Meet Superman the dog.

Their vehicle for the mission was the Coast Guard’s iconic MH-65E Dolphin helicopter. It’s powered by two Turbomeca Arriel ...