ERCOT CEO fired after Texas winter storm power failure
In an emergency meeting Wednesday night, board members for the agency that manages the state's power grid voted to fire its CEO.
In an emergency meeting Wednesday night, board members for the agency that manages the state's power grid voted to fire its CEO.
Georgetown to issue $47.8M to pay energy costs from winter storm
As a result, Georgetown electric customers will see no difference in their electric rates, despite the high energy costs from the storm.
As a result, Georgetown electric customers will see no difference in their electric rates, despite the high energy costs from the storm.
PUC proposes potential financial audit of ERCOT
During Wednesday's meeting, the Public Utility Commission of Texas said they are working to find out who is at fault for last month's power outages.
During Wednesday's meeting, the Public Utility Commission of Texas said they are working to find out who is at fault for last month's power outages.
Del Valle nonprofit distributes meals, water to over 10K residents
The Del Valle Community Coalition says it partnered with Tesla, Inc. to distribute 2,250 boxes of food and 4,000 cases of water over eight days.
The Del Valle Community Coalition says it partnered with Tesla, Inc. to distribute 2,250 boxes of food and 4,000 cases of water over eight days.
Austin Energy, Austin Water officials hold winter storm briefing
Officials with Austin Energy and Austin Water are speaking with Austin City Council members regarding the February winter storm.
Officials with Austin Energy and Austin Water are speaking with Austin City Council members regarding the February winter storm.
Residents still without water, professionals warn of mold danger
From water damage, to still not having water, Austin residents are still feeling the impacts from the winter storm.
From water damage, to still not having water, Austin residents are still feeling the impacts from the winter storm.
Resources for Austin residents impacted by severe winter storm
The Austin-Travis County Emergency Operations Center has released several resources for the many Austinites still feeling the effects of the February 2021 severe winter storm.
The Austin-Travis County Emergency Operations Center has released several resources for the many Austinites still feeling the effects of the February 2021 severe winter storm.
PUC Chair resigns after criticism in aftermath of Texas power crisis
Public Utility Commission of Texas Chairwoman DeAnn Walke resigned after increasing calls for her to do so in the aftermath of the power crisis in Texas.
Public Utility Commission of Texas Chairwoman DeAnn Walke resigned after increasing calls for her to do so in the aftermath of the power crisis in Texas.
DIY project offers convenience of whole-home generator, at fraction of cost
After the crippling winter storm had many relying on portable generators, a Sugar Land man is getting a lot of attention for his cost-effective, permanent, DIY whole-home generator.
After the crippling winter storm had many relying on portable generators, a Sugar Land man is getting a lot of attention for his cost-effective, permanent, DIY whole-home generator.
Public Utility Commission chair resigns after Texas officials criticize management of power outages
The chairwoman of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the agency that regulates the state’s electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, resigned Monday, according to a resignation letter provided to the Texas Tribune.
The chairwoman of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the agency that regulates the state’s electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, resigned Monday, according to a resignation letter provided to the Texas Tribune.
Program to help low-income Austin homeowners with winter storm repairs
The City of Austin is launching an Emergency Home Repair initiative to assist low-income homeowners repair widespread damages due to the February 2021 severe winter storm.
The City of Austin is launching an Emergency Home Repair initiative to assist low-income homeowners repair widespread damages due to the February 2021 severe winter storm.
Texas Lt. Gov. Patrick calls for resignations of ERCOT CEO, PUC Chair
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is calling for the resignations of Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) President and CEO Bill Magness and Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman DeAnn Walker.
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is calling for the resignations of Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) President and CEO Bill Magness and Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman DeAnn Walker.
Texas AG sues Griddy over customers’ sky-high energy bills
Texas’ attorney general said Monday he’s suing electricity provider Griddy for passing along massive bills to its customers during last month’s winter storm.
Texas’ attorney general said Monday he’s suing electricity provider Griddy for passing along massive bills to its customers during last month’s winter storm.
Mission Buda Cares distributes more than 21K meals to community
Volunteers in Buda said they are doing what they can to make sure those who are in need of a warm meal don't go hungry.
Volunteers in Buda said they are doing what they can to make sure those who are in need of a warm meal don't go hungry.
Team Rubicon helps Leander residents clean up after historic storm
Team Rubicon is made up of about 70% former military members and 30% civilians freely giving of their time when crisis calls.
Team Rubicon is made up of about 70% former military members and 30% civilians freely giving of their time when crisis calls.
Texas A&M, UT Austin collecting funds for students affected by storms
Longhorn Nation can donate through the HornRaiser crowdfunding platform, and the Texas A&M community can donate through Spirit of Giving.
Longhorn Nation can donate through the HornRaiser crowdfunding platform, and the Texas A&M community can donate through Spirit of Giving.
Travis County DA opens criminal investigation into power outages
The investigation was sparked by a letter sent to the DA by US Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer of San Antonio.
The investigation was sparked by a letter sent to the DA by US Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer of San Antonio.
White House climate czar calls Texas winter storm 'a wake-up call' for US
President Joe Biden's national climate adviser says. the deadly winter storm that caused widespread power outages in Texas and other states is a “wake-up call” for the United States to build energy systems and other infrastructure that are more reliable.
President Joe Biden's national climate adviser says. the deadly winter storm that caused widespread power outages in Texas and other states is a “wake-up call” for the United States to build energy systems and other infrastructure that are more reliable.
Man steals car in Detroit after helping owner free it from the snow
While stuck in the snow, a good samaritan helped a driver free his vehicle. After the two drove to a local market, the victim exited the vehicle and went inside, leaving the suspect with the car while it was still on.
While stuck in the snow, a good samaritan helped a driver free his vehicle. After the two drove to a local market, the victim exited the vehicle and went inside, leaving the suspect with the car while it was still on.
Volunteers in Pflugerville help 800 lb. tortoise during winter storm
A Pflugerville woman is very thankful her community stepped in to help her get Big Al, her 800 lb, Aldabra giant tortoise, inside from the cold.
A Pflugerville woman is very thankful her community stepped in to help her get Big Al, her 800 lb, Aldabra giant tortoise, inside from the cold.