Third Ward residents with water issues since winter storm and on verge of eviction, receive help
For almost two months after the freeze, several Third Ward families didn’t have running water. Today, their water pressure remains low. On Tuesday, they were a day away from being evicted until local officials stepped in to help.
Natural gas issues during winter storm result of power outages
An analysis commissioned by TXOGA reveals that power outages were the principal factor for natural gas production and transportation reductions during the winter storm.
New report suggests Harris County was hardest hit in Texas by February freeze
A new survey from the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs shows how hard Houston and Harris County were hit, compared to the rest of the state.
Family left homeless in the February Texas freeze surprised with a nice gift
A single mom and her three children are surprised with new furniture after losing everything during the February freeze.
Reforms to Texas’ energy grid begin moving after blackout
Six weeks after more than 100 people died in subfreezing weather in Texas, including many of hypothermia, both the GOP-controlled House and Senate have now passed sweeping reforms that lawmakers say would prevent a repeat of the widespread blackouts that spiraled into one of the worst power outages in U.S. history.
City of Houston hammered with freeze related energy costs
The financial bite of the deep Texas freeze continues to unfold in excruciating fashion and the pain is beginning to trickle down on taxpayers.
Texas natural gas suppliers accused of 'price gouging' during winter storm
CPS claims the two natural gas suppliers jacked up their prices 15,000% when the polar vortex slammed into the Lone Star State.
Big freeze stings Sealy with $2M natural gas bill
As scarce supplies of natural gas were a critical part of the massive power outage in Texas during the Big Freeze, they've also become an expensive headache for others who depend on the vital fuel.
Family of man who died in historic winter storm files wrongful death lawsuit against CenterPoint
The 83-year-old Houston man died in his daughter's backseat just yards from the hospital after the blackout caused him to suffocate without working respirators.
At least 57 people died in the Texas winter storm, mostly from hypothermia
The largest number of deaths from the winter storm — at least 25 — occurred in Harris County, the Texas Department of State Health Services reported.
Former PUC commissioners call for change in how Texas power grid is managed
For the second time in 10 years, a former member of the Public Utility Commission of Texas is encouraging changes to how the state's power-grid is operated, and that there is a narrow opportunity to learn from the lessons of the Big Freeze.
Several Houstonians still without water have no idea when repairs will be made as the landlord can't afford it
Some residents in Third Ward have been without water for nearly a month since the freeze burst their pipes. They rent from the same landlord who says he doesn't have insurance nor the money to repair the pipes.
Matthew McConaughey announces virtual benefit to help Texas
The We’re Texas Virtual Event will include musical performances by Texas natives, residents, and supporters like Willie Nelson and Megan Thee Stallion.
State lawmakers question massive profits earned during grid crisis
During the height of the winter storm, the Public Utility Commission and those who run the Texas power grid "greenlighted" the offer of astronomical rates to anyone capable of generating electricity.
Houston-area residents now worried about mold after having burst pipes due to winter storm
The lingering effects of the winter storm is now causing people to worry about mold.
Plumbing supply shortage improving in Houston
The plumbing repairs continue nearly a month after the deep freeze that broke thousands--if not millions--of pipes across Texas.
Some homeowners complain of insurance delays for repairs
Many people are still waiting for their insurance companies to respond to their winter storm damage claims. On this Sullivan's Smart Sense, we cover what you can do.
Nearly 4 million fish killed by winter storm along Texas coast
During the historic winter storm, at least 3.8 million fish were killed along the Texas coast. The fish kill consisted of at least 61 species.
Injunction, restraining order request hopes to prevent Griddy from destroying evidence
A billion-dollar class action lawsuit against utility company, Griddy, will head back to court for another hearing next week. The lawsuit claims Griddy charged excessive rates to nearly 30,000 customers during winter storm Uri in February.
Tesla building 100-Megawatt battery park in Angleton to provide power when needed
When complete, the facility's boxes will hold 100-Megawatts worth of battery power. It would be enough to temporarily power 20,000 homes.