FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) - A U.S. Army spokesman says the Fort Hood shootings suspect is alive and was not killed by authorities responding to the attack.

In response to natural disasters, FEMA sends workers from all over the country to lend a hand. That’s the case in Texas, where Georgia workers are helping with Hurricane Ike recovery efforts. Not everything is going smoothly, though, as the Houston Mayor finds himself in a bit of hot water. Ted Oberg has the story.

Lawmakers are headed to Washington, looking for answers on why federal response to two strong hurricanes is so weak. Many large areas are still in need of help. ABC News’ Diana Alvear has more as we take a look Across America.