Texas winter storm: Will insurance cover burst pipes, ice damage?

As a winter storm moves through Texas, homeowners may be wondering what their insurance will cover in the event of damage.

Elderly man found unresponsive in Texas pond, in critical condition

An elderly man is in critical condition after being found unresponsive in a pond behind his Colleyville home Sunday morning.

Minneapolis shooting: AG Pam Bondi gives Gov. Walz conditions for ICE to leave Minnesota

The United States Attorney General is urging Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to support federal law enforcement efforts and immigration policy, hours after a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident was fatally shot a Border Patrol agent.

How to track Texas road conditions during the 2026 winter storm

Stay safe during the arctic blast by using real-time tracking tools like Drive Texas to monitor road conditions and following official state guidance to protect your home and family.

Minneapolis shooting: Border Patrol fatally shoots Alex Pretti; witness video conflicts DHS

Federal Border Patrol agents fatally shot a Minneapolis man, 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti, Saturday morning. This is the third shooting involving federal agents this year, including that fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent on Jan. 7. Find live updates on the story here.

Austin weather: Power outages in Central Texas

An Arctic blast has hit Texas and with came some power outages. We're tracking outages across Central Texas here.

Austin weather: Latest on winter storm

The winter storm has made its way to Central Texas. FOX 7 Austin will bring you live updates throughout the day.

DHS funding: After latest Minneapolis shooting, Democrats move to block spending bill

After the third shooting in Minneapolis involving federal agents in less than a month, the DHS funding bill that’s moving through the Senate is facing more scrutiny. Here’s what to know about it.

ERCOT warns Texans of fake grid condition texts during winter storm

Texans should be on the lookout for false information about the power grid coming in the form of fake texts, ERCOT warned on Saturday.

Austin winter storm: Freezing rain chances increasing as bitter cold arrives

Saturday started with thunder and heavy rain, but arctic air rushing in behind those storms is quickly turning liquid precipitation into the frozen variety.

Austin winter storm: How to safely use space heaters during freezing temps

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.

Texas winter storm: How to protect your vehicle during freezing temperatures

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.