HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — With more than 1.3 million people in the Houston area still without electricity in the bitter cold, many wondered why empty offices in downtown skyscrapers remained brightly lit Monday night. On Monday at about 8:30 p.m., the Houston skyline was visible, brightly lit up in the night as surrounding homes and businesses were left in …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Anger over Texas’ power grid failing in the face of a record winter freeze mounted Tuesday as millions of residents in the energy capital of the U.S. remained shivering with no assurances that their electricity and heat — out for 36 hours or longer in many homes — would return soon or stay on once it …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston-area roads have turned hazardous due to winter precipitation across the region. While authorities have already advised people to stay off the roads, if you absolutely have to travel, use extreme caution and slow down. METRO has suspended operations of all transit services. METRO HOV/HOT lanes and the METRO RideStore are closed. The following trouble spots …

The massive winter storm is creating havoc in Texas, and across the nation as well. Millions of people remained without power amid subfreezing temperatures, and authorities warned of treacherous travel conditions in many states. The overwhelmed power grid has left millions of Texans in the cold and dark. Here’s how the Lone Star State compares to power outages reported in …

SUGAR LAND, Texas (KTRK) — A Sugar Land mom is trying to figure out her next move after the ceiling in her home fell on her and her 6-month-old daughter when her pipes burst. Pamela Butler told Eyewitness News she woke up to take a phone call on Tuesday and suddenly heard water dripping. “I get up and go to …

AUSTIN, Texas (KTRK) — Members with the Texas National Guard are now stationed across the state to help those in need as the winter storm continues to bring frigid temperatures amid severe power outages. According to the Texas Military Department public affairs staff, guardsmen are currently in Amarillo, Wichita Falls, Dallas-Fort Worth, Abilene and Waco. In an update sent to …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Hundreds of flights were canceled when Houston airports shut down due to the bitter cold wind and snow, but they are slowly starting to open back up. According to the George Bush Intercontinental Airport’s Twitter account, as of 3:44 p.m. on Tuesday, crews were still working to clear thick patches of ice off the airfield.By 9:27 …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The extreme winter weather in the Houston area has not only posed issues with the power supply. There are also issues with water pressure. In municipalities that have reported low water pressure in the midst of the freezing temperatures, advising people to limit water use to essential tasks. Some communities are also under a boil water …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — It’s been more than 48 hours since Ann Webster, her elderly parents and four small dogs have had electricity in their Waller home. With every passing hour, Webster says there’s been more tears and frustration over unanswered questions about why her power has not been restored and when she’ll get respite from the cold. “It’s been …