ERCOT concedes miscalculation of winter storm's impact on Texas power grid
Less than week after the deadly Texas blackout, the president and board of the state's Electric Reliability Council conducted a public autopsy of what many view as an epic and preventable fail.
ERCOT's board of directors meeting draws support, criticism
ERCOT laid out how it handled the energy crisis during the big freeze, which drew support from some and criticism from others.
Five ERCOT board members who live outside of Texas resign in week after power outage, winter storm
Five ERCOT board members will resign on Wednesday, according to a notice to the Public Utility Commission.
Elsa the tiger rescued during Texas winter storm, gets new home
Deputies discovered the tiger after receiving a call concerning a “tiger in the cold.”
Houston mayor urging residents to not 'freak out' if you receive high water bill following winter storm
Houston Public Works is now asking customers to, “please pay what you paid on your last bill until automatic adjustments can be applied.”
More animals in need of homes after last week's winter storms
The Houston Humane Society is full and offering a special to help get animals adopted after last week's severe winter weather.
President Joe Biden to visit Houston on Friday
President Joe Biden will travel to Houston this week to discuss recovery and relief efforts following the winter storm in Texas.
LIST: Food, water distribution sites in the Houston area
As residents in the Houston area continue to recover from the winter storm last week, food and water distribution sites are being announced.
Exploring the Texas power outage, without trying to score political points
Columnist Bill King took to the internet to ask the number one question on Texans' minds: what caused the power outage?
FEMA, local relief coming for home repairs after storm
New local and FEMA assistance is coming available to help many Houston area families living without water and in homes that are severely damaged by burst pipes from last week's ice storm.
Thousands of Houstonians still have water in their homes after pipes burst last week
Still trying to dry out and recover after days of freezing temperatures caused pipes to burst in thousands of Houston area homes.
Mayor, County Judge establish Houston-Harris County Winter Storm Relief Fund
This fund will focus on meeting the needs of families who need additional help to recover, supporting nonprofits who can help with plumbing and home repairs, temporary housing, and other basic needs relief.
Harris County to explore leaving Texas power grid
The agenda item is asking the County Attorney’s Office what powers the Court or other county elected officials possess to place Harris County in the service area of an electric grid not primarily governed by State agencies including the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
City of Houston lifts boil water notice, here's a list of surrounding areas
Boil water notices are being issued throughout the greater Houston area.
City of Houston urges residents to report damages from severe winter storm
Reporting property damage caused by the historic winter storms helps the City of Houston and the State of Texas qualify for recovery assistance from the federal government.
Coping with survivor’s guilt after the artic blast
Survivor’s guilt, whether irrational or rational, is normal. Although it may or may not go away over time, these suggestions can help you cope.
Saltwater pelican stranded in The Woodlands during winter storm
A family in The Woodlands did what they could to try to help an injured and stranded pelican that was found far from its typical home.
Why some Texans are getting sky-high energy bills after winter storm
The surge in pricing is hitting Texans who have chosen to pay wholesale prices for their power, which is typically cheaper than paying fixed rates during good weather.
Kids' Meals organization needs fresh food donations, volunteers after storm destroyed inventory
Kids Meals is a local organization who donates thousands of healthy meals to impoverished kids in the greater Houston area, every day. Last week’s winter storm nearly destroyed their entire supply of fresh food when they lost power and water.
Houston boil water notice lifted, thousands remain without water in homes
While the boil-water order has been lifted for the City of Houston, thousands of people remain in homes without running water.