Hurricane Thrashes Texas, and Lingers

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At Least 1 Casualty Amid ‘Widespread Damage’

By MANNY FERNANDEZ, ALAN BLINDER and SIMON ROMERO 3:39 PM ET

Hurricane Harvey slammed into Texas late Friday as a Category 4 hurricane. The storm was later downgraded, but forecasters warned that the onslaught was just beginning.
As much as three feet of rain could fall in parts of Texas, and the National Hurricane Center said that “catastrophic flooding” was likely in the days ahead.

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Storm Slams South Texas; Residents Flee

There were reports of power loss and heavy damage to buildings. Our reporters are tracking the storm and providing live updates.

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Thousands of Texas Inmates Evacuated From Prisons Amid Flooding

Hurricane Harvey’s Path

Seven coastal counties in Texas and one Louisiana parish have ordered mandatory evacuations in some areas. See maps of the storm’s path and predicted rainfall along the Gulf Coast.

How Are Hurricanes Related to Climate Change?

By JOHN SCHWARTZ 1:35 PM ET

The links between hurricanes and climate change are not simple. Some things are known with growing certainty. Others, not so much.

Open Access to Coverage of Hurricane Harvey

The Times has lifted its paywall for stories about the hurricane.

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Trump’s Pardon of Arpaio Follows, but Challenges, the Law

By ADAM LIPTAK 3:14 PM ET

Legal experts said they were troubled by President Trump’s move to excuse the lawlessness of an official who had sworn to defend the constitutional structure.

Gorka Forced Out of Job as White House Adviser, Officials Say

By MAGGIE HABERMAN and MATT STEVENS

Sebastian Gorka was a staunch defender of President Trump and a lightning rod for controversy. A conservative website reported that he had resigned.

Trump Gives Mattis Wide Discretion on Transgender Ban

By MICHAEL R. GORDON and EMILY COCHRANE

Mr. Trump signed an order barring transgender people from joining the military, but giving Defense Secretary Jim Mattis wide discretion to allow current personnel to remain.

Foundation Started in Honor of Victim in Charlottesville

By YAMICHE ALCINDOR 12:48 PM ET

In creating a social justice foundation, the mother of Heather D. Heyer said she wanted the country to learn a lesson she had taught her daughter: Disputes can be de-escalated before they become violent.

Police ‘Never Moved’ as White Nationalist Fired in Virginia

North Korea Shows Advance in New Ballistic Missile Test

By CHOE SANG-HUN

North Korea used multiple-rocket launchers to fire three short-range missiles. Two of them traveled 155 miles before splashing down.

Wages Often Come Late for Workers at Trump Golf Course

By PETER S. GOODMAN

At a golf course in Dubai managed by the president’s company, migrant workers employed by a local contractor say they are not paid on time.

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At Arkansas Mosque, Spreading Hate and Finding Mercy

On an October night, Abraham Davis agreed to drive a friend to a mosque. His friend drew swastikas and curses on the mosque’s windows and doors while Abraham stood watch in the driveway.

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As U.S. Shuts Immigration Doors, Ukrainians Stream In

By MIRIAM JORDAN 3:11 PM ET

While refugee camps swell with families escaping Islamic fundamentalists and civil war, a 1990 program conveys a favored status on Ukrainians and other applicants from former Soviet areas.

Mayweather Says Race Distorts Coverage of Fight

By JOHN ELIGON

Floyd Mayweather Jr. has said that he and his opponent in Saturday’s boxing match, Conor McGregor, have gotten very different responses to very similar behavior.

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Chastised by E.U., a Resentful Greece Embraces China

By JASON HOROWITZ and LIZ ALDERMAN

Chinese investments in Greece are beginning to pay off, not only economically, but also by providing Beijing with a seemingly reliable ally in Brussels.