Mattress Mack, Joel Osteen offer warmth to Houstonians without power
Joel Osteen opened his church as a warming shelter and Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale his Gallery Furniture stores on North Freeway and in Richmond.
As millions lose power, Texas Gov. Abbott declares ERCOT reform an emergency item
ERCOT manages the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers, representing about 90% of the state's electric load.
Texas energy officials answer for blackouts during deep freeze
Members of ERCOT were grilled by journalists about why so many Texans are without power as most of the state deals with freezing temperatures.
‘Watch your pets’: Man plunges into frozen pool to rescue dog who fell through ice
Video of an owner rescuing his dog from a frozen pool in Texas is a timely reminder to keep a close watch on your pets amid winter weather.
How to stay warm and safe during a winter storm power outage
If you're one of the millions of Texans without power during the historic winter storm, there are tips to stay warm and safe during an outage.
Pipes burst, flood Uptown Dallas apartment parking garage
Frozen pipes burst and flooded the third floor of an Uptown Dallas apartment complex parking garage. Some vehicles are now frozen in and the residents are without power and water.
Grandmother, 3 children dead after Sugar Land house fire
A grandmother and three elementary-age children have died after a house fire in Sugar Land, officials said.
City of Houston warns residents not to drip faucets during big freeze
The City of Houston is asking residents NOT to let their faucets drip.
Family of six burns charcoal in home; suffers carbon monoxide poisoning
The family had been using the burning charcoal for four hours before being taken to the hospital.
60-year-old homeless man found dead near I-10 overpass
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says they offered to take the homeless man to a warming center, but he declined.
New Jersey man explains how he made 14-foot Lincoln snow sculpture
Robert Schott says the stars aligned for Lincoln's birthday and Presidents Day
Ramen noodles freeze mid-air in North Dakota’s bitter temperatures
If anyone was wondering how cold it got in North Dakota over the weekend, this bowl of ramen noodles went from from boiling to freezing mid-air.
Close to 40% of Austin residents without power amid winter storm
FOX 7 Austin has confirmed that close to 40% of Austin residents are without power amid a winter storm that hit Central Texas.
10-car pileup reported on I-45 south of downtown Houston
A 10-car pileup was reported on I-45 just south of downtown.
Winter Storm Warning issued for southeast Texas: What you need to know
A winter storm will impact southeast Texas this weekend and last through Monday with frigid temperatures expected to filter in behind the storm.
Texas Governor urges caution ahead of historic winter storm, says movement will be 'virtually impossible'
The National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings for almost all of Texas. Snow, sleet, and/or freezing rain is expected throughout the region. In addition, extremely cold temperatures are expected to reach historic lows.
Harris County Judge compares winter storm to a hurricane as crews prepare for ice
In a press conference Friday, Houston and Harris County leaders stressed the importance of staying home if roads get covered in ice.
County crews are gearing up to take on icy roads
Road crews are preparing to attack ice covered streets and bridges.
TxDOT advises drivers stay home as roads could get icy
TxDOT and Houston-area residents are preparing for the icy conditions expected ahead.
Harris Co. Precinct 3 preparing for treacherous weather
Harris County Commissioner Tom Ramsey and his crews are preparing to keep residents safe after the roads become icy.