Governor Abbott activates Texas emergency response resources due to wildfire threats in West Texas and possible floods in Southeast Texas.

BEAUMONT, Texas — Southeast Texas' industrial facilities are gradually returning to normal operations following the recent winter storm. Most of the 22 plants that shut down during the storm on Tuesday are now restarting their operations, with some expected accompanying noise and flaring, according to Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick.

Why was the 2021 freeze a historic, deadly disaster, and this winter storm a joyful winter wonderland? Here's a comparison of what went right and wrong.

The event celebrated the induction of four distinguished individuals whose contributions have significantly impacted Southeast Texas.

For the most part, the snow and ice from our winter storm are in the rearview mirror. A light freeze is expected overnight. Here's the status of any leftover trouble spots.

The high school boys basketball schedule continued Friday night as teams around Southeast Texas returned to the court.  It's now the second half of the district schedule, meaning every game takes on more importance.

Houstonians, and most in the Gulf region stretching from Galveston to Lake Charles, Louisiana, woke up Tuesday with several inches of snow and subfreezing temperatures. Houston airports and schools remain closed.

School districts in Southeast Texas are extending their closures after Winter Storm Enzo hit the region earlier this week. Multiple districts have announced their decisions to stay closed at least another day. This list will be updated as information becomes available:

The rare winter storm that is hitting the southern portion of the United States became historic Tuesday morning when the Lake Charles National Weather Service office issued its first-ever blizzard warning.

The West Jefferson County Municipal Water District as well as the cities of Port Arthur and Nederland are reporting issues with their water systems after multiple nights of freezing temperatures.

Some parts of the Houston area saw up to 5″ of snow Monday night into Tuesday causing the region to shut down for the day.

From the lions and leopards to the flamingos and bald eagles, the animals seemed to enjoy exploring the magical snow.