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Patch placed on natural gas condensate leak that’s been spilling in Gulf of Mexico for weeks
Read full article: Patch placed on natural gas condensate leak that’s been spilling in Gulf of Mexico for weeksA natural gas condensate leak that has been spilling into the Gulf of Mexico just off the coast of Galveston has finally been stopped after weeks of nonstop pollution.
Double-swiping the rewards card led to free gas for months -- and a felony theft charge
Read full article: Double-swiping the rewards card led to free gas for months -- and a felony theft chargeA Nebraska woman allegedly found a lucrative quirk at a gas station pump — double-swipe the rewards card and get free gas.
This is when ERCOT predicts we could see rolling blackouts
Read full article: This is when ERCOT predicts we could see rolling blackoutsThe Electric Reliability Council of Texas has released a forecast for January 2024 and it explains when the power grid has the highest chances of requiring conservations, and even rolling blackouts.
‘Unbearable odor’ at Caney Creek High School determined to be stink spray after student allegedly confesses to prank
Read full article: ‘Unbearable odor’ at Caney Creek High School determined to be stink spray after student allegedly confesses to prankCaney Creek Fire & Rescue said on Facebook that a student confessed to bringing the spray, called Hensgaukt Fart Spray.
ExxonMobil says its $2B Beaumont refinery expansion has boosted transportation fuel supply
Read full article: ExxonMobil says its $2B Beaumont refinery expansion has boosted transportation fuel supplyExxonMobil announced Thursday that its Beaumont refinery expansion project has added 250,000 barrels per day of capacity to one of the largest refining and petrochemical complexes along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
TDLR issues Stop-Sale Order against north Houston gas station for selling bad diesel fuel
Read full article: TDLR issues Stop-Sale Order against north Houston gas station for selling bad diesel fuelThe Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued a Stop-Sale Order against Tristar Convenience Stores Inc., DBA Handi Stop #108, at 3013 Collingsworth St., in Houston for allegedly selling bad diesel fuel.
Inflation rate having impact on the housing market, gas and groceries in Houston area
Read full article: Inflation rate having impact on the housing market, gas and groceries in Houston areaIn June, we saw an inflation rate we haven’t seen in four decades. The rate was just over 9% and it’s having a steep impact on housing, gas, and groceries.
Where do you go to get less-expensive gas in Houston?
Read full article: Where do you go to get less-expensive gas in Houston?Over the weekend, the national average for regular gasoline reached $5 a gallon, up 58 cents from a month ago and nearly two dollars from a year ago. At numerous Houston-area gas stations, the price is even higher.
Road tripping: A few important things to know if you’re considering an electric vehicle
Read full article: Road tripping: A few important things to know if you’re considering an electric vehicleAs we approach the summer months, when we begin daydreaming about the places we can travel, road trips are an easy way to visit all kinds of places.
Thieves take more than $10K worth of diesel fuel from Chevron gas station in Spring
Read full article: Thieves take more than $10K worth of diesel fuel from Chevron gas station in SpringA gas station in Spring is the latest victim of a diesel theft. It’s a crime that’s increasing along with gas prices.
Increase in gas prices fueling interest in electric vehicles, industry experts say
Read full article: Increase in gas prices fueling interest in electric vehicles, industry experts sayThe online car shopping site Edmunds says searches for electric vehicles have increased as people look for ways around rising gas prices.
Houston gas station claims thieves stole over 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel from underground storage tanks
Read full article: Houston gas station claims thieves stole over 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel from underground storage tanksA family-owned gas station in southwest Houston claims thousands of dollars’ worth of diesel fuel was stolen from their underground storage tanks by alleged thieves.
This is how KPRC 2 viewers say rising gas prices are affecting their lives
Read full article: This is how KPRC 2 viewers say rising gas prices are affecting their livesWe asked and you had a lot to say about the impact of rising gas prices on your lives. Here are some of the messages you shared with us via our submission form here.
Soaring gas prices prompt President Biden to urge FTC to examine potential ‘illegal conduct’ by oil and gas companies
Read full article: Soaring gas prices prompt President Biden to urge FTC to examine potential ‘illegal conduct’ by oil and gas companiesPresident Joe Biden asked the Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday to investigate “anti-consumer” behavior by oil and gas companies and whether it’s a reason for the soaring gas prices across the country.
KPRC 2 Investigates: Here’s how much more you can expect to pay for winter bills
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Here’s how much more you can expect to pay for winter billsAt a time when it seems like just about everything is more expensive, we want to warn you about potential sticker shock when it comes to your bills. You’ll probably be paying more for several of your utility bills this winter. Our KPRC 2 Investigates team is here with what you need to know to prepare.
Gas line fire extinguished in Friendswood, roadway remains closed
Read full article: Gas line fire extinguished in Friendswood, roadway remains closedA roadway remains closed in Friendswood as emergency crews continue to monitor the cause of a natural gas line fire that took hours to extinguish Tuesday evening.
‘When people get desperate, they stop thinking clearly:’ CPSC warns people to not put gas in plastic bags
Read full article: ‘When people get desperate, they stop thinking clearly:’ CPSC warns people to not put gas in plastic bagsThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a unique warning to people Wednesday amid the gas shortage affecting people across the nation.
Here are a few quick, easy ways to save money at the pump
Read full article: Here are a few quick, easy ways to save money at the pumpYou might be feeling a little pain at the gas pump, especially when you start seeing the number on the payment screen creep into the 40s and then into the 50s. KPRC 2 traffic expert Anavid Reyes shows you “ways 2 save” when filling up your tank.
Money to help pay utility bills: Here is how you can apply if you live in Harris, Brazoria or Galveston counties
Read full article: Money to help pay utility bills: Here is how you can apply if you live in Harris, Brazoria or Galveston countiesThere is now more help available if you need assistance paying your utility bills.
Here’s what you need to know about gas availability amid Texas winter storm
Read full article: Here’s what you need to know about gas availability amid Texas winter stormAccording to GasBuddy’s head of petroleum analysis Patrick De Haan, there are three issues leading to the lack of gas availability:Stations without power don’t have working pumps. New fuel deliveries are delayed due to icy roads. While there currently is not a shortage, the threat could arise if refineries don’t get back up soon, De Hann said. With GasBuddy’s new “Gas Tracker” feature, Texans can help each other find operating gas stations nearby by reporting information such as fuel availability and prices within the app. AdHow long could it be until new fuel deliveries are made?
How is Buc-ee’s stopping the spread of COVID-19 at their pumps?
Read full article: How is Buc-ee’s stopping the spread of COVID-19 at their pumps?HOUSTON – Buc-ee’s is well known for its award-winning cleanliness, but is this model enough to stop the spread of COVID-19 at their pumps? Drivers stop at a gas station to get gas, resulting in hundreds of thousands of hands and fingers touching these gas pumps and card readers. Buc-ee’s spokesperson Jeff Nadalo said Buc-ee’s has been exercising sanitation practices for decades. “In response to COVID-19, Buc-ee’s has enhanced its award-winning cleanliness and sanitation protocols by increasing the frequency of cleaning and adding a special sanitizing solution,” said Nadalo. He said Buc-ee’s even makes its own sanitizing solution so the company is not having any issues or shortages.