‘Major breakdown’ of polar vortex blamed for unusual winter weather around the world

Texas and Oklahoma are seeing record subzero temperatures. Greenland is warmer than normal. Snow fell in Greece and Turkey. Meteorologists call this one of the biggest, nastiest and longest-lasting polar vortex breakdowns they've seen.

Weather Authority: Winter storm watch issued for parts of region ahead of snow Thursday

FOX 29's Sue Serio is calling for snow to begin falling early Thursday morning with accumulating snow coming later in the morning. Snowfall could be heavy at times with some areas forecasted to see 3 to 6 inches, or even up to 7 inches in isolated spots. 

No power? Here’s how to deal with frozen pipes

Should you let the faucet drip? Can you flush a frozen toilet? Here are some answers from the experts to your questions about frozen pipes.

Texas utility company urges customers to change providers to avoid astronomical power bill amid winter storm

Due to Texas’ deregulated utility market, electricity prices subjected to real-time swings have skyrocketed to as much as $9,000 per megawatt-hour, causing some companies to urge their customers to change service providers.

Record-setting winter storm charges across the US, with 2nd storm on the way

A major winter storm left in its wake record-setting low temperatures across the U.S. The Pacific Northwest saw rare snow, a major blackout is ongoing in Texas and at the rough edge of the arctic blast, a deadly tornado ripped through a North Carolina town.

Pipes burst, flood Uptown Dallas apartment parking garage

Frozen pipes burst and flooded the third floor of an Uptown Dallas apartment complex parking garage. Some vehicles are now frozen in and the residents are without power and water.

At least 3 killed, 10 injured in North Carolina tornado

A tornado ripped through North Carolina's Brunswick County, killing at least three people and injuring 10 others in its trail of destruction.

Grandmother, 3 children dead after Sugar Land house fire

A grandmother and three elementary-age children have died after a house fire in Sugar Land, officials said.

Ice dams, leaks becoming an issue for homeowners during winter

The snow, cold and ice aren't just making a mess of driveways and sidewalks but also leading to ice dams and leaks.