Democrat running for governor slams Abbott’s proposal to get rid of San Antonio’s CPS Energy

Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa accused her rival of retaliating against CPS Energy for a lawsuit filed by the city-owned utility.

by Michael Karlis August 12, 2026

Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is accusing Republican Gov. Greg Abbott trying to retaliate against San Antonio and its city-owned electrical utility, CPS Energy. During her campaign’s Latinas for Gina launch party Thursday at San Antonio’s Woodlawn Theatre, Hinojosa — an Austin state rep — said her rival’s pledge to break CPS Energy’s regulated-monopoly status is […]

A San Antonio goes without power during Winter Storm Uri.

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Texas Supreme Court ends lawsuits against power generators over 2021 winter storm

Tens of thousands of residents and small businesses sought damages from power generators after losing electricity during the storm that resulted in billions in losses and 246 deaths.

by Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune March 28, 2026March 28, 2026

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is weighing another presidential run.

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Ted Cruz reportedly spotted leaving for Southern California as winter storm heads toward Texas

Social media users pounced on Cruz, who faced withering criticism for fleeing to Cancun during 2021’s Winter Storm Uri and vacationing in Greece during the summer’s Kerrville floods.

by Michael Karlis January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

A battery storage complex and substation stores energy produced by renewable sources.

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The Texas power grid will get a boost from batteries this winter

Despite degradation risks in colder temperatures, storage allows for more availability during peak winter demand periods.

by Arcelia Martin, Inside Climate News December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

An aerial photo shows a QTS Data center under construction.

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Texas grid operators and regulators iron out new rules for data centers

New state legislation seeks to address grid challenges from hosting large energy users like data centers while remaining an attractive place to do business.

by Arcelia Martin, Inside Climate News October 10, 2025October 10, 2025

Texas Governor Greg Abbott speaking at the grand opening of Buc-ee's travel center in Luling, Texas.

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Chicago mayor says Gov. Greg Abbott should ‘focus on Texas’ poverty instead of sending troops

‘The governor of Texas should be worrying about Texas,’ Mayor Brandon Johnson said. ‘Why he all up in my business?’

by Stephanie Koithan October 9, 2025October 10, 2025

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Ted Cruz tries to tweet about Hurricane Beryl, gets trolled over his Cancun trip

Once again, social media users skewered Cruz for fleeing the country during 2021’s Winter Storm Uri.

by Sanford Nowlin July 8, 2024October 9, 2024

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As summer heat hits, how is the Texas grid faring?

Amid new projections of surging demand, energy analyst Doug Lewin explains what worries him — and what doesn’t.

by Justin Miller, The Texas Observer July 4, 2024January 6, 2025

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Ted Cruz’s proposal to let members of Congress skip airport security hits roadblock

A colleague objected to the measure being tacked onto an FAA reauthorization bill.

by Sanford Nowlin April 29, 2024September 18, 2024

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Ted Cruz wants law making it harder for folks to see politicians flying away to Cancun

The senator from Texas’ proposal would let lawmakers glide through airports with ‘expedited screening outside of public view.’

by Sanford Nowlin February 6, 2024February 8, 2025

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Texans asked to conserve energy Monday as expected demand likely to put strain on electric grid

Public Utility Commission says conservation will help lower demand during peak times and help avoid emergency conditions.

by Alejandro Serrano and Emily Foxhall, The Texas Tribune January 15, 2024September 13, 2024

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Ted Cruz ridiculed for telling CNN to leave the U.S. over one of its travel stories

Predictably, many responses brought up Cruz’s decision to flee to Mexico during Winter Storm Uri.

by Sanford Nowlin August 10, 2023May 26, 2024

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The governor’s grid gambit

Texas utility regulators are hawking a convoluted and costly policy for grid reliability — despite strong resistance from energy experts and even big business.

by Justin Miller, The Texas Observer February 19, 2023September 18, 2024

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As Texas thaws again, calls to rethink how cities prepare for winter weather are renewed

Experts say local governments should prioritize extreme weather preparedness. Cost can be a deterring factor.

by Pooja Salhotra, Joshua Fechter, Erin Douglas, Jayme Lozano and Emily Foxhall, The Texas Tribune February 3, 2023August 20, 2024

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Texans should prepare for ‘life-threatening’ wind chills, but officials remain confident in power grid

Gov. Greg Abbott and other leaders say Texans should protect their homes and vehicles as large portions of the state will experience dangerously cold temperatures.

by Emily Foxhall, The Texas Tribune December 21, 2022August 17, 2023

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Texas power grid expected to withstand extreme cold this week

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas expects sufficient electricity generation as much of the state will plunge into frigid temperatures.

by Erin Douglas, The Texas Tribune December 20, 2022October 31, 2024

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Texas grid still vulnerable to extreme winter weather, ERCOT estimate shows

Changes to Texas’ power grid have improved ERCOT’s ability to keep power flowing during major winter storms, but in an extreme scenario, the grid could still face rolling blackouts, a seasonal assessment shows.

by Erin Douglas, The Texas Tribune November 30, 2022December 29, 2024

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Texas energy officials’ proposal to overhaul the power grid is drawing skepticism

In the wake of the deadly 2021 winter storm, the Texas Legislature ordered an overhaul of the state’s power market to prevent future widespread blackouts. But some senators aren’t fans of the main option on the table.

by Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune November 20, 2022January 10, 2025

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State agency proposes changes to power market aimed at averting mass blackouts

The proposal is aimed at making sure power providers and electricity generators have enough power on hand in case of increased demand. But it’s not clear how it would hold up in unexpected weather, an expert said.

by Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune November 13, 2022August 3, 2023