Austin Energy says customers should not expect massive electric bills
Austin Energy said it was aware of media reports of energy bills in the thousands for some Texans, but that its customers should not expect the same.
Travis County judge prohibits car washing services until Feb. 25
County Judge Andy Brown is also calling for Travis County residents to conserve water as much as possible.
Art teacher’s larger-than-life snow sculptures encouraging students to play outside amid remote learning
This art teacher hopes her students will still go play outside on “snow days,” even though they’re learning remotely at home.
Texas officials hold emergency meeting to address energy bill spikes
Some Texans have been reporting energy bills in the thousands following the power outages earlier this week.
Austin Water outlines mandatory water restriction measures
Violations of these restrictions should be reported to Austin 3-1-1, says Austin Water.
President Biden declares major disaster in Texas
The extreme winter weather that left residents of Texas and other Southern states shivering through an unseasonal cold spell is testing President Joe Biden's disaster management skills.
Biden approves major disaster declaration in Texas
77 Texas counties have been approved for individual assistance from FEMA, including several in Central Texas.
Water departments warning North Texans to not flush anti-freeze down the toilet
Frozen and bursting water mains and pipes are a big concern for North Texans after the winter weather, but water departments are warning people to not flush anti-freeze down their toilet or other pipes.
Thousands of water bottles flown from Fort Worth to Austin
28,000 bottles of drinking water touched down at Austin-Bergstrom Friday night to be distributed at sites around Austin.
President Biden signs major disaster declaration for Texas following winter weather
President Joe Biden has signed a major disaster declaration for Texas as the entire state deals with the aftermath of severe winter weather earlier this week.
Hillary Clinton jabs Cruz: 'Don't vote for anyone you wouldn't trust with your dog'
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton took aim at Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz Friday, for his decision to fly with his family to Cancun, Mexico amid devastating winter storms — and allegedly leaving his poodle behind.
‘Frozen’ alligators spotted sticking noses through ice to survive in Oklahoma
While the alligators may appear to be dead, scientists say they’re not.
H-E-B, Austin restaurants work to get water, food to those in need
H-E-B says they will be restocking all Austin locations and the Texas Restaurant Association is helping hospitals with meals.
Insurance Council of Texas provides advice on handling weather damage
The Insurance Council of Texas provided some advice to FOX 7 Austin on what to do concerning damage from busted pipes and downed trees.
Louisiana community comes together to feed truck drivers stranded in the cold
A group of residents in a small town in Louisiana came together to feed a group of semi-truck drivers stranded in the ongoing winter conditions impacting the state.
Following winter storm, Texans search for food, water, other supplies
Many households are still without clean water or power following the winter weather in Texas.
Community helping those in need get access to drinking water
Thousands are getting power restored but now water is the issue, the basic necessity in life.
Fort Worth megachurch feeding thousands of North Texans struggling without power, clean water
The need for food and water cannot be underestimated. One North Texas megachurch is doing its part to help thousands of families get through this power and water crisis.
How did water power from local dams stop the grid from collapsing?
ERCOT says the electrical grid for much of Texas is now back to normal.
Texas AG issues CIDs against ERCOT, 11 other power companies
The CIDs are regarding power outages, emergency plans, energy pricing, and more related to the winter weather that left millions without power and heat.