Why the viral terracotta pot heater is a dangerous myth: What to do instead

Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.

Minneapolis shooting: Minnesota BCA says DHS blocked them from shooting scene

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said Department of Homeland Security personnel prevented their investigators from accessing the scene of where a Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis shooting today: Reaction pours in after man killed by border agent

Reaction across the country, from Minnesota to those in other cities, is pouring in after another person was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis shooting: What we know about the Border Patrol agent who shot man

Gregory Bovino, a senior officer with the Department of Homeland Security, said at a news conference after the incident the agent who shot the man has eight years of experience with Border Patrol.

Safe heating during winter weather
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Firefighters and emergency medical services often face a surge in calls during cold snaps like the one forecasted for this weekend, responding to house fires and carbon monoxide poisoning cases.

Carmen Mejia ruled innocent in 2005 murder case
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Carmen Mejia, the woman accused of murdering a newborn in 2005, has been declared innocent.

How to protect your vehicle during winter weather
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While officials are urging people to stay off the roads this weekend, some may still have to travel. If you do have to drive, make sure your vehicle is ready for winter conditions.

Ted Cruz returns to Texas ahead of winter storm: 'Sunshine, rainbows & unicorns'

The post on social media came after an uproar online by people accusing the senator of fleeing the state in an apparent repeat of the 2021 winter catastrophe.

What3words app can help first responders find you faster
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Hopefully, you don't need to call 911 this weekend for any reason. If you do, there's a way for first responders to find you easily, especially if you don't have an exact address for your location.

Large winter storm threatens millions of people
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A polar vortex is sending temperatures plummeting across the country as a massive snow storm approaches the south. Millions will be in the system's path

Hill Country officials ready for winter weather
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With winter weather moving into the Hill Country, local leaders and utility crews said they are prepared, and they are asking residents to prepare as well.

Austin-Travis County prepares for winter weather
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As the freezing temperatures continue to head toward Central Texas, the emergency operations center in Austin is ramped up and ready.

Austin weather: Storm update from City of Austin
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City officials provide an update on preparations for the winter weather as the Arctic blast is set to arrive.

Winter storm: More than 240 million in path of dangerous ice, snow, and bitter cold air

More than 240 million people across more than 40 states, from Arizona to Maine, are in the path of a potentially historic winter storm that's expected to extend over 2,300 miles and deliver crippling snow and ice, beginning Friday night.

Gilroy mom of 7-year-old twins dies after crash also kills husband

A Gilroy woman has died from her injuries following a collision that killed her husband last week, shortly after the couple dropped their children off at school.

2-year-old girl in ICE custody: Judge orders release

A 2-year-old child from Ecuador who was taken into ICE custody with her father during a Minneapolis traffic stop on Thursday has been ordered to be released.

Austin winter weather: Latest information
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When will the cold weather get here and what can we expect? Meteorologist Zack Shields and FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera have the details.

Winter weather: Officials urge road safety
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Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing this weekend, and with rain in the forecast, officials warn that icy roads could create dangerous travel conditions.

Preparations underway ahead of winter weather
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As winter weather draws closer, Austin Energy said they’re more prepared than ever to keep the lights on for more than 550,000 customers across Central Texas.