Texas power grid operator calls for conservation again as wind generation falters
Record high electric demand and low wind power generation prompted the Texas Power Grid to call for residents to conserve power again on Wednesday.
Texas power crisis underscores green energy unreliability, expert says: 'get used to more blackouts'
Jonathan Lesser, an energy expert at the Manhattan Institute, warned Tuesday that power grid issues in Texas highlight the problems in store for the U.S. amid the green energy push.
Texas braces for heat wave, ERCOT appeals for power conservation
Residents and businesses can reduce electricity usage by turning their thermostat up a degree or two and postponing running major appliances or pool pumps during afternoon peak hours.
Company vows support for employees who give birth in response to employers covering abortion costs
A Texas insurance company is vowing to cover the birth costs of their female employees in response to the end of Roe v. Wade, condemning companies that are covering abortions.
McDonald’s Texas restaurants donate $250K to Uvalde community after mass shooting
More than 1,000 McDonald's restaurants in Texas have raised money for those who were impacted by the horrific mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas last month.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott fires warning to Biden over EPA rule that could send gas prices even higher
An EPA plan for an oil production site could hinder drilling and lead to higher gas prices, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a letter to President Biden
Texas’ power grid may need to dip into power reserves as demand grows
ERCOT, Texas' power grid operator, is on the verge of breaking yet another record for demand this week and may need to tap into reserve power this afternoon.
Caterpillar, Boeing, Raytheon revive high-tax state exodus
Job Creators Network president Alfred Ortiz tells FOX Business that policymakers in high-tax states should emulate the pro-business policies implemented by their peers to boost economic growth.
Texas unveils plan to install hundreds of EV charging stations across the state
The Texas Department of Transportation has rolled out a five-year plan for placing charging stations for electric vehicles every 50 miles on most interstates.
Caterpillar to move global HQ from Illinois to Texas
A Caterpillar spokesperson told FOX Business it expects the majority of its roughly 230 employees at its Deerfield headquarters to make the move to Irving, Texas.
Texas city council considers $22 minimum wage
Austin City Council is weighing a proposal to raise the minimum wage to $22 an hour as city jobs struggle to keep workers amid the high cost of living.
SpaceX clears FAA environmental hurdle, moves closer to routine launches of Starship rocket from Texas
SpaceX will be required to takes more than 75 measures to lessen the environmental impacts around the Texas launch site for its Starship rocket
Texas powers past energy record but the AC and lights stay on thanks to spare capacity
Texas' largest power grid operator said Sunday it had surpassed records for energy demand with nearly 75,000 megawatts, with some spare capacity.
Texas under threat of rolling blackouts amid heatwave
The Texas power grid is carrying a heavy load amid an ongoing heatwave, sparking concerns that blackouts could be on the way as the heat rises this summer.
Yubo app allegedly used by Uvalde school shooter rolls out safety update
Yubo, a social media for teens that was reportedly used by the Uvalde school shooter, rolled out new safety features this week in response to the tragedy.
Sam's Club to get 24/7 deliveries from fleet of self-driving trucks in Texas
Autonomous technology developer Gatik announced that a fleet of their self-driving box trucks will start making deliveries to a network of Sam's Clubs in Dallas, Texas.
Big Tech's abortion support makes no sense
Support for abortion is odd for an industry that believes in disruptive innovation driven by visionary entrepreneurs
Texas school shooting aftermath: Casket maker and florist aim to heal wounds
Two Texas-based small businesses — a casket maker and a florist — are helping to heal families' wounds after the tragic shooting last week in Uvalde, Texas.
Texas agriculture official: Prices for US farmers going 'through the roof' amid Biden admin 'comedy of errors'
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller argues Biden's handling of fuel and supply prices created a "comedy of errors" for the farmers of the nation.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks Texas social media law barring content moderation
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a Texas social media law from taking effect, which would block censorship on the widely used platforms.


















