Texas Gov. Abbott promises power will stay on this winter
Inspections of power generators will begin in January - and with power companies reporting 15% more capacity than last winter- Abbott doubled down on his confidence in the grid.
Texas gas bills may increase, companies allowed to make up winter storm losses
State gas providers now have the ability to raise the costs of customers’ monthly bills to help regain funds lost during the February winter storm.
TxDOT adds to winter weather equipment ahead of winter season
After February's terrible winter storm, TxDOT added more heavy equipment to its arsenal. They decided they needed to double the number of snowplows they have on hand. Drivers are being asked to do their part to stay safe.
Texas grid vulnerable to blackouts during severe winter weather, despite new preparations, ERCOT estimates
The most severe scenario considered by ERCOT for this winter — very high demand for power, extensive fossil fuel outages, and low renewable power production — does not capture the amount of power lost during February.
TxDOT Austin shares preparations ahead of winter season
TxDOT Austin is getting prepared for the upcoming winter, incorporating lessons learned from Winter Storm Uri.
Rural electrical providers prepare for winter
Rural electrical providers, like Pedernales Electric and Central Texas Electrical Co-op, are taking what they learned from Winter Storm Uri and preparing for winter.
White House providing billions more in aid for heat, utility bills this winter
The Biden administration is helping to distribute several billion dollars in aid for winter heating and utility bills.
First big snowstorm of season forecast for northern Plains, Midwest
Heavy snow and blizzard conditions will cause travel problems for Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Dakotas. The Northwest will also see heavy rain and mountain snow.
Auditors: Austin was not prepared to handle February winter storm
In the report, auditors acknowledge that other major Texas cities were just as unprepared for the February storm.
Congress announces nearly $150 million to help Texans with winter heating bills
Households can expect heating bills to jump as much as 54% this winter, according the the US. Energy Information Administration.
Austin was disorganized, unprepared for winter storm, says city auditor
Thousands were without power and water for days during the winter storm in February 2021. Could this have been prevented? The city auditor thinks so.
Ted Cruz responds to Mick Jagger’s Cancun jab at Rolling Stones' Dallas concert
Ted Cruz took heat in February when his family flew to the Mexican resort town while they and millions of other Texans dealt with a power grid failure
Winter Storm Uri: Austin-Travis County releases after-action report
The report has 132 recommendations to ensure Austin-Travis County is better prepared and better served for the next major emergency.
Austin high school still recovering from Winter Storm Uri
The winter storm may have been 8 months ago, but it's still taking a toll on one local high school.
FOX 7 Discussion: Will weatherization rule protect the Texas power grid?
Doug Lewin, the president of Stoic Energy, joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about the new rule requiring power companies to better prepare for winter weather — based on recommendations that were made after a 2011 storm.
US 2021-22 winter outlook: Warmer South, wetter North, drought across West
NOAA has released its 2021-2022 winter weather outlook with the return of La Niña. Here’s what to expect based on where you live.
Oil industry helped handpick members of Texas advisory group for electric grid reliability, emails show
Oil and gas industry groups provided a list of names to the Railroad Commission for appointment to a council formed in response to the February power crisis. All four of the industry's top choices were selected.
Tiger rescued during Texas winter storm celebrates her first birthday
Elsa celebrated her first birthday with extra treats and enrichment activities, including a piñata filled with a variety of scents and foods to stimulate her.
FOX 7 Discussion: How to prepare your home for winter
Tim Jordan with Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical joins John Krinjak to talk about what people can do to better prepare for cooler weather.
FOX 7 Discussion: Changes made to Travis County affordable housing
Travis County Judge Andy Brown joins Mike Warren to discuss new system-wide changes for families living in affordable housing run by Travis County.