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When a monster snowstorm hit the US, fossil fuel plants struggled while new technologies kept the lights on. The upgrades made after the deadly 2021 Texas freeze are now paying off.
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When a monster snowstorm hit the US, fossil fuel plants struggled while new technologies kept the lights on. The upgrades made after the deadly 2021 Texas freeze are now paying off.

Three years after a deadly winter storm left millions without power, Texas's electric grid just passed its first major cold weather test. Upgrades and new battery systems kept the lights on for nearly all Texans during this weekend's freeze.

The Texas Rangers unveiled bold new uniforms celebrating North Texas' deep Mexican cultural roots. The team's "Tejas" jerseys debut April 24 as part of their commitment to honoring the Hispanic community.

University researchers discovered that Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston don't just experience weather—they actively shape it. After studying over 40,000 storms, scientists found urban areas influence where storms form and how powerful they become. ##
Emergency crews pulled a baby to safety after floodwaters trapped the infant inside a vehicle in Texas. The successful rescue highlights the quick thinking and bravery of first responders during dangerous weather conditions.

Snorkeling scientists in a Texas underwater cave discovered fossils of giant tortoises and armored mammals that never lived in Central Texas before. The surprising find is rewriting what we know about Texas during the Ice Age.

Seven schools in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district just proved that excellence in education is thriving along the Texas border. Their recognition comes from measurable gains in student achievement and preparing kids for life after graduation.

Henderson Middle School student Emeriie Anastas-Weaver has been selected for a prestigious summer leadership program in Austin and San Antonio. She'll explore Texas history while building skills alongside the state's top young leaders.

The team behind beloved Dark Sky has returned with a new weather app that shows multiple possible forecasts at once, helping you understand when predictions are reliable. Instead of pretending weather forecasting is perfect, Acme Weather embraces uncertainty with transparency.

More than 1,200 volunteer scientists are advancing weather and climate research through the American Meteorological Society, organizing conferences, reviewing groundbreaking research, and making critical weather predictions possible. These behind-the-scenes heroes are building the next generation of meteorologists while strengthening communities against extreme weather.

A small-town Texas high school just made history with a nail-biting 3-1 victory that brought their community its first-ever state baseball title. After weathering a lightning delay and loaded bases in the final inning, the Robinson Rockets proved that patience and teamwork can turn decades of dreams into reality.

Snorkelers exploring an underwater cave in Central Texas discovered bones from lion-sized armadillos and giant tortoises that scientists didn't know lived there during the Ice Age. The find is rewriting what we know about ancient Texas.

Scientists exploring a Texas cave discovered fossils from a warm period of the last ice age that nobody knew existed in the region. The find includes a lion-sized armadillo and giant tortoise that rewrites what we thought we knew about ancient Texas.

Dozens of East Texas schools have been named "Star Schools" for outstanding student achievement and closing learning gaps. The recognition celebrates educators who are proving that every student can succeed.

A new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing technology center in Hutto, Texas just reached a major construction milestone, preparing to train the next generation of semiconductor workers. The facility addresses America's urgent need for skilled tech workers while bringing good-paying jobs to Central Texas.

Scientists snorkeling through a Texas cave found lion-sized armadillo fossils lying on the riverbed alongside mammoths and saber-toothed cats. The discovery is changing what we know about Ice Age climate across Central Texas.

A paleontologist snorkeling through an underground Texas stream discovered fossils never before found in Central Texas, opening a brand new window into life 100,000 years ago. The bones carpeted the cave floor like buried treasure waiting to be found.

A Sabine County family descended from pioneers in the area before Texas became a state gathered for their 12th annual Juneteenth celebration, bringing relatives from across America to honor their ancestors and teach the next generation. The weekend event spanned three Texas towns and welcomed the entire community for free.

Celina, Texas went from quiet ranching town to America's fastest-growing city, adding one new resident for every four already living there. Despite bulldozers replacing cattle pastures, this North Texas community is proving rapid growth doesn't have to destroy small-town charm.

A scientist snorkeling through an unexplored Texas cave found something extraordinary: bones everywhere, from giant tortoises to sabretooth cats that lived 100,000 years ago. This discovery opens a completely new window into Central Texas's prehistoric past.
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