Hurricane Rita dropped from a Category 5 storm - the strongest rating - to a Category 4 but meteorologists still say the rain and wind will cause damage to the coasts of Texas and Louisiana. A meteorologist from the National…

As Hurricane Rita, a category 5 storm, threatens the coast of Texas and Southwest Louisiana, officials are urging remaining residents to evacuate. Three guests talk about emergency preparations for Rita and the lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina.

With mounting costs for the Hurricane Katrina clean up falling into the hands of the federal government, politicians began arguing about finding a way to pay for the bill. Following a background report, two guests discuss the economic implications of…

After meeting with federal officials, New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin halted the reopening of New Orleans. And as Tropical Storm Rita approached the Gulf Coast, he ordered an evacuation for those who had returned or had never left after Hurricane…

In a speech in New Orleans, President Bush promised the federal government would help clean up the damage inflicted upon the Gulf Coast by Hurricane Katrina. A report from New Orleans captures reactions from politicians and survivors.

President Bush's promise for federal government support in planning and financing Hurricane Katrina relief efforts has sparked a debate about the government's role in the Gulf Coast's recovery. Five guests share their views on the president's proposal.