Texas ice storm: Austin resident unable to get new passport in time for long-awaited trip
Riveer Lyn was supposed to be heading to Japan Sunday, but due to the winter storm, didn't receive their passport in time to go on the trip they've been planning for years.
Texas ice storm: Crash takes out power pole in Leander, causes outage for thousands
A crash in Leander took out a power pole and a few traffic signals Saturday, says the city and Pedernales Electric Cooperative.
Texas ice storm: Austin FC goalkeeper among those without power Saturday
Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver took to Twitter Saturday evening to report that he has been without power for just over three days.
Texas ice storm: Hundreds of cars line up for Central Texas Food Bank distribution
Central Texas Food Bank distributed over 500 packages of food Saturday morning to residents impacted by this week's winter storms.
Drivers should move over, slow down for crews restoring power: PEC
If you see a utility vehicle, remember to move over and slow down, says Pedernales Electric Cooperative.
Texas ice storm: Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration for impacted counties
Gov. Abbott's disaster declaration includes Denton, Hays, Henderson, Milam, Smith, Travis, and Williamson counties, and more may be added as damage assessments are completed.
Frustrated south Austin residents powerless, want answers
Some South Austin residents told the AP they have been unable since Friday to speak by phone with a person when trying to contact Austin Energy.
Unfathomable cold from polar vortex: New Hampshire sets coldest US wind chill record at -108 degrees
The National Weather Service in Portland/Gray, Maine, said an unusual phenomenon was responsible for the cold temperatures.
Texas ice storm: Austin Energy still working to restore power
Austin Energy says the restoration progress was possible because with the climbing temperatures, fewer trees and limbs fell on power lines, but the utility adds that as crews continue, the restoration will be even more complex.
93-year-old Austin woman unable to use oxygen machine due to power outage
An Austin 93-year-old woman has not been able to use her oxygen machine due to a major power outage.
Texas ice storm: Disaster declaration issued for Travis County
Additional resources have already been called in to assist with winter storm recovery efforts especially with all the downed trees and debris.
Austin mayor apologizes for power crisis following ice storm
Many in Austin are still without power Friday following the ice storm that gripped Central Texas this week. In a recent briefing, Mayor Kirk Watson said "I apologize that we've let the people down in Austin."
How to prevent pipes from freezing in bitterly cold temperatures
Common causes of frozen pipes are a sudden drop in temperature, poor insulation or an incorrectly programmed thermostat.
Elgin ISD to provide curbside lunches for district students Feb. 4
Students will be able to pick up curbside lunches on Saturday Feb 4.Student name, address and campus will be required to pick up.
Unfathomable cold from polar vortex: Mt. Washington, New Hampshire, hits -100 degrees wind chill
The NWS in Portland/Gray, Maine, said an unusual phenomenon for its area of responsibility is possible Friday night as the tropopause could dip below the peak of Mount Washington, the highest summit in the northeastern U.S.
Texas ice storm: City of Kyle announces additional resources for residents
The City of Kyle has announced resources to help residents dispose of tree limbs and brush debris caused by inclement weather, including newly secured storm waste drop-off sites.
Missing elderly couple, dog found after 2 days trapped in snow
After their granddaughter reported them missing, search and rescue teams worked 87 hours and searched 1,300 miles of roads.
34 baby squirrels now in care of Austin Wildlife Rescue after Central Texas winter storm
The damage from the ice and freezing temperatures affected not only the power lines and roads, but also the animals that call Central Texas home.
Travis County family airlifted to San Antonio hospital for carbon monoxide poisoning
University Health in San Antonio says a generator is blamed for the family, including two children, becoming ill from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Texas ice storm: Outages continue as crews work to restore power
Officials with Austin Energy say crews are working to get power back on, but they're not sure when the work will be done.