Posted on · In the power grid operator’s first board meeting since Texas’ power outages, a sixth ERCOT board member confirmed his resignation, and new details show that a shortage of natural gas fuel was a bigger problem last week than in 2011.
Posted on · A cascading series of events could have left Texas in the dark for weeks — if not more.
Posted on · Demand for natural gas soared as residents with power used natural gas to keep homes warm and water heated.
Posted on · The proposal by Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia could cost the county billions of dollars with uncertain benefits, according to one energy expert.
Posted on · Five board members, including the chair, who do not live in Texas will resign. A candidate for another position on the board has withdrawn his application. The vacancies will not immediately be filled.
Posted on · First Lady Jill Biden will also make the trip.
Posted on · It’s the latest in a number of lawsuits against Texas’ grid operator, which currently has immunity from legal action.
Posted on · Patrick also echoed misleading claims by Gov. Greg Abbott that outages in renewable energy were primarily to blame for last week’s blackouts.
Posted on · Already devastated by COVID-19, the winter storm is another blow to Houston's communities of color.
Posted on · Below freezing temperatures exposed major issues in the Texas power infrastructure last week, and has left many electricity customers asking if they’ll see a big price spike in their next bill.
Posted on · Texas allows companies to sell electricity at wholesale prices. When the price of electricity skyrocketed last week, that meant exorbitant bills for many residents who had been trying to save money.
Posted on · The president's declaration provides federal funding to individuals in 77 of the state's hardest-hit counties, opening up emergency aid for home repairs, temporary housing and other assistance.
Posted on · Here’s how you or someone you know can get food and water as local infrastructure continues to recover from the winter storm.
Posted on · Dr. Peter Hotez discusses the impact on the winter storm on COVID cases and vaccines. Plus, representatives from HEB, Greater Houston Restaurant Association and Mutual Aid Houston talk about food supply and aid.
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.