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On Tuesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbot announced that the state is dropping all of its COVID-19 restrictions on businesses and its statewide mask mandate. During a press conference, Abbot said “all businesses, of any type,” can fully open effective March 10, according to Forbes. “It’s not time to open Texas …

Texas’s biggest and oldest electric power cooperative filed for bankruptcy protection in federal court in Houston on Monday, citing a $1.8 billion bill from the state’s grid operator as the cause. Brazos Electric Power Cooperative Inc, which serves over 660,000 customers throughout Texas, is one of the thousands of companies …

In a heartwarming story coming out of Texas, a New Jersey plumber drove down with his family to help fix burst pipes and other damage following the devastating winter storm that hit the state last week. According to CNN, Andrew Mitchell drove 22 hours with his wife and 2-year-old son …

Ted Cruz is being slammed again after making jokes about his Mexico trip during a conservative conference. On Friday, during his Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) speech, Texas U.S. Senator Ted Cruz made light of his trip to Cancun amid the severe Texas snowstorm that occurred nearly two weeks ago. …

Travis Scott and his Cactus Jack Foundation have come together with the city of Houston to supply hot meals to residents. The emergency food program will supply 50,000 hot meals to Houston citizens who have been impacted by Texas’ severe snowstorm earlier this month. Scott’s foundation, Mayor Sylvester Turner, and …

For Apple users, life would be much easier with more Apple stores and shorter lines. Guess what? Apple and Target are teaming up to bring us a new “enhanced shopping experience” — mini Apple stores. There will be 17 new Apple mini-stores popping up in the coming months. The stores …

Four people, including three elementary school-aged children, died in a Texas house fire last week. Officials believe the family was using the fireplace to stay warm after losing power during a winter storm that slammed the state. PEOPLE reports that the Sugar Land Fire Department responded to a call around 2 …

The weather in Texas is nothing like the state has ever seen before. The devastating winter storm and “unprepared infrastructure” caused widespread power outages, and yet, one business affected has since made headlines. After H-E-B, a grocery store in Lender, Texas, had a power outage on Tuesday, management made the …

An 11-year-old Texas boy apparently froze to death in his family’s mobile home after losing power during Texas’s recent winter storm. His family has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the region’s utility companies. Cristian Pavon Pineda was found lifeless in the bed next to his younger brother on Monday. …

While his state was struggling following a severe winter storm, Ted Cruz opted to take his family on vacation to Cancun, Mexico. The move caused a significant backlash, and now the Senator is trying to get back into the people’s good graces. On Saturday, Cruz posted pictures of himself helping with disaster …

Senator Ted Cruz once criticized Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie for taking a relaxing beach day while his state was in lockdown, and it seems Christie is returning the favor. According to the New York Post, Christie blasted “Fled Cruz” for taking an ill-timed vacation to Cancun, Mexico, as millions …

In a heartwarming tale coming out of winter storm-ravaged Texas, a delivery driver was taken in by complete strangers when her car became stuck in their driveway. She remained with them for five days when the bad weather finally passed. Houston resident Chelsea Timmons, 32, was three hours away from …

President Joe Biden has officially declared Texas a major disaster area as the state continues to struggle with widespread power outages and water shortages in freezing winter conditions. Biden’s approval will unlock federal funds for those that need grants for temporary housing and home repairs. Texans in need can also …

Texas Senator Ted Cruz was blasted for leaving for Cancun, Mexico, Wednesday night as Texas was battling a historic arctic blast. After news broke that he left his dog, Snowflake, behind, he faces even more backlash. Cruz said he was merely escorting his daughters on a vacation trip with their …

Won’t she do it? Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announced that in under 24 hours, she was able to raise over $2 million for Texas relief efforts. By early Saturday morning, she tweeted that the fundraising had reached $3.2 million. AOC’s office told Yahoo News on Friday that on Thursday evening via …

According to the New York Post, a Texas man reportedly froze to death in his recliner during the tragic winter storm that left many without power and heat. Authorities did not identify the 60-year-old man who was found dead in his chair on Wednesday. His home, located in Abilene, had …

Texas historic winter storm and power outages weren’t the only blow residents received. According to the New York Post, some Texans are receiving electricity bills in the thousands. Ty Williams, a Dallas-area resident, typically gets a bill for $600, but amid the recent winter storm and the need for heat, …

Welp, that was a quick vacation! It seems like Republican Senator Ted Cruz is already on his way back from Cancun, Mexico, to face his Texas constituents, who are still dealing with the worst winter storm ever to hit the state. According to Yahoo News, Cruz, who was caught last …

While every county in the state of Texas suffers under a winter storm warning that left residents languishing in freezing temperatures with no heat, no power, flooding, and no hot water, Senator Ted Cruz and his family quietly boarded a flight to Cancun, Mexico, for a warm and sunny vacation. …

A Houston woman and an 8-year-old girl died of carbon monoxide poisoning after leaving a car running in a garage to generate heat. ABC 13 reports that according to the Houston Police Department, officers and the fire department were called for a welfare check by a relative of the woman. …