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Texas winter storm: Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration for 134 counties

Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 134 counties as a severe winter storm threatens the state with life-threatening cold and ice starting Friday evening.

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Thursday marks the calm before the storm. When will winter weather hit Central Texas?

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An arctic storm is expected to blanket the state. Here’s what Texans can expect.

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Houston under extreme cold watch: Weather Service lays out 'worst-case scenario' for freezing rain

Southeast Texas on Friday is bracing for the coldest temperatures of the winter to arrive this weekend, and the National Weather Service thinks they might be even colder than expected.

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Dallas weather: Winter Storm Warning issued for North Texas

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Here’s what H-E-B and other stores are saying about panic buying ahead of winter weather

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Austin weather: How to prepare for freezing temperatures in Central Texas

A cold front arriving on Friday will bring arctic air and below-freezing temperatures to Central Texas, with overnight lows potentially dropping into the teens Saturday.

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Preparations begin in Central Texas as winter weather moves in

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Austin airport prepares for winter weather

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How TxDOT is preparing Houston-area roadways for freezing weather

Crews began spraying parts of I-10 and Highway 290 on Thursday and they'll continue treating major freeways and secondary roads on Friday.

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NWS: Inches of snow headed for parts of Texas in just hours

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Houston weather: Winter storm severity, timeline for Saturday

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Texas Winter Storm: How to safely stay warm during winter storm power outages

"We see a lot of deadly fires because of heating equipment," said State Fire Marshal Debra Knight.

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TXDOT preparing for winter weather event

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East Texas shelters open ahead of winter storm

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LIST: Warming centers opening around Central Texas amid potential severe winter weather

With the incoming threat of temperatures predicted to be at or below freezing, many places are opening up warming centers.

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TxDOT pretreats roadways across Central Texas ahead of winter weather

Expect to see crews from the Texas Department of Transportation across the Austin area this week.

Central Texas honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

From Austin’s MLK March and Festival to Georgetown’s march, prayer breakfast and Youth Service Day, Central Texas is celebrating Dr. King with unity, service and community spirit.

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When will freezing rain arrive in Central Texas and how much ice can we expect?

Freezing rain is headed to Central Texas this weekend. Here's when it will arrive and how much ice is expected to accumulate.

From SXSW to Cattle Country: Here are 15 festivals coming to Central Texas in 2026

South by Southwest, Psych Fest, Cattle Country, Two Step Inn and more: There's a music festival for everyone coming to Austin in 2026.

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Texas Children's launches first Austin-based pediatric helicopter, expanding access to intensive care

Texas Children’s Hospital has stationed its first Austin-based medical helicopter at its North Austin campus, enabling faster access to specialized pediatric care across Central Texas.

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Houston-area school events canceled or postponed due to winter weather

As winter weather confidence grows, some Houston-area school districts are canceling or postponing weekend events to reduce travel risks.

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Austin Pets Alive! seeks fosters for 75 dogs ahead of Central Texas freeze

Austin Pets Alive! is seeking fosters for 75 dogs as a cold front hits. Visit the Town Lake Animal Center from noon to 6 p.m. through Friday or donate supplies to help keep dogs warm.