CPS Energy outlines winter readiness, maintenance as San Antonio braces for cooler weather
Read full article: CPS Energy outlines winter readiness, maintenance as San Antonio braces for cooler weatherCPS Energy officials discussed their winter readiness efforts on Monday morning as cooler temperatures crept into the San Antonio area.
Vehicle strikes power line near downtown, prompting small outage, CPS Energy says
Read full article: Vehicle strikes power line near downtown, prompting small outage, CPS Energy saysA vehicle struck a power line near downtown San Antonio early Monday, prompting a small outage and a nearby road closure, according to CPS Energy.
Residents demand answers after frequent power outages in Schertz neighborhood spark frustration
Read full article: Residents demand answers after frequent power outages in Schertz neighborhood spark frustrationResidents of a Schertz neighborhood say they have had enough of dealing with power outages that occur almost weekly.
Where San Antonians affected by government shutdown can receive assistance
Read full article: Where San Antonians affected by government shutdown can receive assistanceThe federal government has been in a shutdown for nearly a month, and many families in San Antonio are struggling with the ripple effects.
Man arrested, charged after attempting to drive through gate at Calaveras Power Plant Station, BCSO says
Read full article: Man arrested, charged after attempting to drive through gate at Calaveras Power Plant Station, BCSO saysA 61-year-old man was arrested and charged after he drove through the front gate of the Calaveras Power Plant Station, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Security at Calaveras Power Plant Station shoots male attempting to drive through gate, BCSO says
Read full article: Security at Calaveras Power Plant Station shoots male attempting to drive through gate, BCSO saysA person was hospitalized after he was shot by security while driving through the front gate of the Calaveras Power Plant Station, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Five Northside ISD schools affected by power outages on first day of school, district says
Read full article: Five Northside ISD schools affected by power outages on first day of school, district saysFive Northside Independent School District schools were hit with power outages on the first day of school, according to a district official.
Man electrocuted while attempting to trim tree branches for neighbor, SAFD says
Read full article: Man electrocuted while attempting to trim tree branches for neighbor, SAFD saysA man was killed after he was electrocuted while attempting to trim tree branches for a neighbor, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Downed CPS Energy power line causes multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 in Converse, BCSO says
Read full article: Downed CPS Energy power line causes multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 in Converse, BCSO saysBexar County sheriff’s deputies said a downed CPS Energy power line is the cause of a four-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in east Bexar County.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses Project Marvel, San Antonio’s budget deficit
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses Project Marvel, San Antonio’s budget deficitSan Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joined the 6 O’Clock News on Tuesday for the Q&A segment to discuss Project Marvel transparency and her plans to address the city’s budget deficit.
Gas-like odor reported throughout San Antonio due to ‘significant release’ of mercaptan, SAFD says; no threat to public
Read full article: Gas-like odor reported throughout San Antonio due to ‘significant release’ of mercaptan, SAFD says; no threat to publicA “significant release” of mercaptan occurred on San Antonio’s south side on Wednesday morning, prompting several 911 calls from people believing it was a gas leak.
CPS Energy continues restoring outages caused by overnight storms, utility says
Read full article: CPS Energy continues restoring outages caused by overnight storms, utility saysCPS Energy officials said crews are working to restore around 240 outages that impacted approximately 3,000 customers across the utility’s service area.
Construction crane falls over on I-35 access road, causing brief traffic delay, SAPD says
Read full article: Construction crane falls over on I-35 access road, causing brief traffic delay, SAPD saysA utility crane collapsed along Interstate 35 Tuesday morning and brought down several power lines, according to San Antonio police.
‘It sounded like a bomb’: Neighbor recalls Northwest Side house explosion that left man seriously injured
Read full article: ‘It sounded like a bomb’: Neighbor recalls Northwest Side house explosion that left man seriously injuredResidents displaced by a weekend house explosion on the city’s Northwest Side have begun returning to their homes, but for many, the emotional impact of the blast lingers.
Man seriously injured in Northwest Side house explosion sues City of San Antonio, CPS Energy
Read full article: Man seriously injured in Northwest Side house explosion sues City of San Antonio, CPS EnergyA man seriously injured in a May 31 house explosion filed a lawsuit against the City of San Antonio and CPS Energy two days after the blast.
CPS Energy officials say it is prepared for above-average South Central Texas summer heat
Read full article: CPS Energy officials say it is prepared for above-average South Central Texas summer heatCPS Energy’s executive team shared a single message Friday on all company fronts: the utility company is ready for the summer. The message was affirmed by Rudy Garza, the utility’s president and CEO.
San Antonio mother, son continue to suffer with significant injuries after house exploded in 2021, attorney says
Read full article: San Antonio mother, son continue to suffer with significant injuries after house exploded in 2021, attorney saysAn explosion caused by natural gas left a San Antonio mother severely injured and her son permanently disabled, according to the family’s attorney.
CPS Energy ordered to pay $109 million for 2021 home explosion
Read full article: CPS Energy ordered to pay $109 million for 2021 home explosionA Bexar County jury found CPS Energy negligent on Monday for a 2021 explosion at an East Side home that injured two people, ordering the municipality to pay $109 in damages.
How a repowered wind farm near the border is powering nearly 40,000 homes in San Antonio
Read full article: How a repowered wind farm near the border is powering nearly 40,000 homes in San AntonioNearly 40,000 homes in San Antonio are receiving part of their electricity from a newly repowered wind farm located almost 150 miles south of the city.
Single-vehicle crash on Southwest Side causes CPS Energy outage, utility says
Read full article: Single-vehicle crash on Southwest Side causes CPS Energy outage, utility saysA rollover accident caused a partial power outage for some CPS Energy customers on the Southwest Side, according to the utility’s outage map.
CPS Energy: ‘No fires were reported’ to utility where residents say they witnessed power line-related fires
Read full article: CPS Energy: ‘No fires were reported’ to utility where residents say they witnessed power line-related firesCPS Energy said it did not hear from residents who claimed multiple fires were sparked by power lines behind their West Side homes.
Let your voice be heard at CPS Energy’s public input session
Read full article: Let your voice be heard at CPS Energy’s public input sessionCPS Energy will hold a public input session on Monday in downtown San Antonio to offer community members and stakeholders the opportunity to engage with board members directly.
San Antonio organizations to deploy to Florida to assist in preparation of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: San Antonio organizations to deploy to Florida to assist in preparation of Hurricane MiltonSeveral San Antonio organizations will deploy to Florida to help with the potential impact of Hurricane Milton.
San Antonio-area coal plant named one of top 50 worst polluters in US, study shows
Read full article: San Antonio-area coal plant named one of top 50 worst polluters in US, study showsCPS Energy’s J.K. Spruce coal power plant released "seven million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in 2022, making it the 42nd-worst climate polluter in the country," according to a study published by the Frontier Group.
1,000 fish died at Calaveras Lake last month. Here’s how often ‘fish kills’ happen and why.
Read full article: 1,000 fish died at Calaveras Lake last month. Here’s how often ‘fish kills’ happen and why.Last month, about a thousand dead fish washed up against the banks of Calaveras Lake. The event was classified as a “fish kill” after officials tested the water and determined the fish died as a result of a fatal mix of weather phenomena.
San Antonio’s plan to lower CPS Energy rate hikes could be ditched before plan was ever used
Read full article: San Antonio’s plan to lower CPS Energy rate hikes could be ditched before plan was ever usedFive months after they agreed to a policy meant to soften the blow of future CPS Energy rate hikes, some members of the San Antonio City Council want to consider bypassing it.
CPS Energy highlights resilience, curbing emissions in 2023 community impact report
Read full article: CPS Energy highlights resilience, curbing emissions in 2023 community impact reportThe 23-page document highlights measures to address energy equity, increase sustainability and curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
CPS Energy wants to close 3 gas-powered plants in San Antonio by 2025. ERCOT says they’re vital to the Texas grid.
Read full article: CPS Energy wants to close 3 gas-powered plants in San Antonio by 2025. ERCOT says they’re vital to the Texas grid.CPS Energy wants to close three gas plants they say cost too much money and are old. ERCOT fights back saying they are needed to help sustain the Texas power grid.
Mass of dead fish washes ashore at Calaveras Lake, TPWD says
Read full article: Mass of dead fish washes ashore at Calaveras Lake, TPWD saysAbout 1,000 fish were killed at the Calaveras Lake from low dissolved oxygen in the water, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said. On Tuesday, TPWD was notified of the fish kill from the Texas Game Wardens. The majority of fish that died were red drum.
CPS Energy crew member killed by electric surge while working to restore power outage
Read full article: CPS Energy crew member killed by electric surge while working to restore power outageA CPS Energy crew member was electrocuted Tuesday morning while working to restore a power outage, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Storms cause roughly 3,300 CPS Energy customers to be without power Tuesday morning; outages mostly resolved
Read full article: Storms cause roughly 3,300 CPS Energy customers to be without power Tuesday morning; outages mostly resolvedCPS Energy reported multiple power outages that left thousands of customers without power early Tuesday morning.
CPS Energy crew heads to Dallas area to assist with power recovery following severe storms
Read full article: CPS Energy crew heads to Dallas area to assist with power recovery following severe stormsAfter severe storms rolled through the Dallas area this week, a CPS Energy crew is heading to the area to assist residents without power.
Most weather-related power outages reported in Bexar County have been restored, CPS Energy says
Read full article: Most weather-related power outages reported in Bexar County have been restored, CPS Energy saysAfter rain, lightning and storms caused thousands of power outages Sunday morning, only a handful of CPS Energy customers are still without electricity on Sunday afternoon.
CPS Energy receives $2.45 million federal grant for gas infrastructure upgrades
Read full article: CPS Energy receives $2.45 million federal grant for gas infrastructure upgradesThe infrastructure set to be replaced is located in a low-income community on the West Side, a CPS Energy news release said. The project, which will improve safety and performance measures, is expected to conclude by the end of the year.
San Antonio will send future windfalls back to CPS Energy, hopes to mitigate rate hikes
Read full article: San Antonio will send future windfalls back to CPS Energy, hopes to mitigate rate hikesSan Antonio City Council members appear to be on board with a plan to return money to CPS Energy when the utility’s payments to the city far exceed expectations.
Department of Energy collaborates with city partners to develop sustainable aviation energy technologies
Read full article: Department of Energy collaborates with city partners to develop sustainable aviation energy technologiesA city-wide collaboration advancing sustainable technology in the aviation industry is expected to dampen San Antonio International Airport’s energy footprint.
CPS Energy denies damage claim for small business owner who says crews wrecked driveway
Read full article: CPS Energy denies damage claim for small business owner who says crews wrecked drivewayA small business owner said CPS Energy denied his damage claim after crews from the utility drove on an unfinished driveway in Bulverde, wrecking thousands of dollars in rebar that had been laid down.
Fired CPS Energy executive seeks close to $4 million in discrimination suit against utility
Read full article: Fired CPS Energy executive seeks close to $4 million in discrimination suit against utilityA former CPS Energy executive, fired last year following an ethics investigation, has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit against the utility seeking close to $4 million in damages.
Texas ranks third in residential rooftop solar generation, report says
Read full article: Texas ranks third in residential rooftop solar generation, report saysA new report out Tuesday ranks Texas third in residential solar power generation as San Antonio continues to spearhead clean energy in the state.
Firefighters put out fire at abandoned CPS Energy facility just south of downtown; no reported injuries
Read full article: Firefighters put out fire at abandoned CPS Energy facility just south of downtown; no reported injuriesSan Antonio firefighters responded to a fire at an abandoned CPS Energy facility just south of downtown late Sunday night.
With another cold snap coming soon, tree care professionals are asking San Antonio residents to check their trees
Read full article: With another cold snap coming soon, tree care professionals are asking San Antonio residents to check their treesOne of the biggest concerns with trees breaking is the potential impact of knocking out power lines.
City Council approves CPS Energy rate hike; increase to take effect in February
Read full article: City Council approves CPS Energy rate hike; increase to take effect in FebruaryThe San Antonio City Council voted 8-3 Thursday morning for the second increase in two years of CPS Energy’s gas and electric rates. This latest rate hike is expected to cost the average residential customer an additional $4.45 per month after it takes effect in February 2024.
CPS Energy board approves rate increase; council to vote Thursday
Read full article: CPS Energy board approves rate increase; council to vote ThursdayThe board voted 5-0 to approve the proposed increase of 4.25% to the base rates, raising the average customer’s monthly bill by $4.45. The city-owned utility still needs the approval of the San Antonio City Council, which meets on Dec. 7.
Road closures expected Sunday along IH 10, N Loop 1604 for electrical work
Read full article: Road closures expected Sunday along IH 10, N Loop 1604 for electrical workSeveral roads in the San Antonio area will be closed this weekend as CPS Energy crews plan to install new electrical lines, according to a press release.
SA community sounds off during CPS Energy tele town hall on proposed rate increase
Read full article: SA community sounds off during CPS Energy tele town hall on proposed rate increaseThe city-owned utility proposed to increase its gas and electric base rates by 4.25% in a pair of meetings earlier this month before the CPS Energy Board of Trustees and San Antonio City Council. Customers during a meeting on Thursday night asked why.
Former spokesman sues CPS Energy over 2022 firing
Read full article: Former spokesman sues CPS Energy over 2022 firingA former bilingual communications specialist with CPS Energy fired last year for failing to cooperate with an investigation into his behavior has filed a federal lawsuit against the utility, court records show.
CPS Energy proposes 2nd rate hike in 2 years
Read full article: CPS Energy proposes 2nd rate hike in 2 yearsThe city-owned gas and electric utility will request an increase of its gas and electric base rates by 4.25% from both the CPS Energy Board of Trustees and San Antonio City Council on Nov. 8 - a move it says would raise many customers’ bills by less than $5.
CPS Energy prepares to ask for another rate hike
Read full article: CPS Energy prepares to ask for another rate hikeThe city-owned gas and electric utility will request an increase of its gas and electric base rates by 4.25% from both the CPS Energy Board of Trustees and San Antonio City Council on Nov. 8 - a move it says would raise many customers’ bills by less than $5.
San Antonio City Council split on what to do with extra CPS Energy money in windfall years
Read full article: San Antonio City Council split on what to do with extra CPS Energy money in windfall yearsSan Antonio City Council members are split on the best way to spend unexpected windfalls of CPS Energy money in future years.
San Antonio could send money back to CPS Energy in windfall years
Read full article: San Antonio could send money back to CPS Energy in windfall yearsA proposal to stave off future CPS Energy rate increases by taking a smaller cut of its revenues has evolved into a smaller-scale plan to send money back to the utility only when its revenues far exceed estimates. City staff say the idea won’t prevent a rate increase, but it could mean those increases are smaller than they would be otherwise.
In trying to close its coal power plant, Austin encounters obstacles to going green
Read full article: In trying to close its coal power plant, Austin encounters obstacles to going greenThe city approved a plan in 2020 to shut the Fayette Power Project plant with the aim of eliminating carbon emissions. But political, economic and technological forces have gotten in the way.
CPS Energy spokesman claims he was wrongfully terminated for not turning over medical info to utility security staff
Read full article: CPS Energy spokesman claims he was wrongfully terminated for not turning over medical info to utility security staffA former bilingual communications specialist with CPS Energy fired last year for failing to cooperate with an investigation into his behavior at work said he was simply following instructions from the utility’s human resources department.
Portion of Potranco Road in West Bexar County will be closed on Sunday for overhead line work
Read full article: Portion of Potranco Road in West Bexar County will be closed on Sunday for overhead line workAn intersection on Potranco Road in West Bexar County will have rolling closures on Sunday morning due to overhead line work by CPS Energy.
‘Air of compromise’: Abortion travel fund, mental health teams among proposed city budget tweaks
Read full article: ‘Air of compromise’: Abortion travel fund, mental health teams among proposed city budget tweaksExpanding a popular mental health team, creating a fund to help cover travel to out-of-state abortion clinics, and giving more money for Animal Care Services were among the most high-profile changes council members discussed making to the budget - largely favorably.
Southwest Side highway, Northeast Side intersection to have intermittent closures this weekend due to line work
Read full article: Southwest Side highway, Northeast Side intersection to have intermittent closures this weekend due to line workA portion of Highway 90 on the Southwest Side and Wurzbach Parkway on the Northeast Side will have intermittent closures this weekend due to transmission line work.
CPS Energy works to build customer buy-in to demand response energy conservation programs
Read full article: CPS Energy works to build customer buy-in to demand response energy conservation programsCPS Energy has an overarching Sustainable Tomorrow Energy Plan to help customers save energy and help relieve the Texas power grid.
ERCOT asks customers to reduce electric use, but can’t force action
Read full article: ERCOT asks customers to reduce electric use, but can’t force actionERCOT and local energy companies have been alerting Texans to reduce their energy use during peak hours, but other than asking politely, there’s not much they can do to force people to comply.
ERCOT ends Energy Emergency Alert Level 2, asks residents to reduce electric use
Read full article: ERCOT ends Energy Emergency Alert Level 2, asks residents to reduce electric useCPS Energy said it would return to its Yellow Alert after ERCOT’s Energy Emergency Alert Level 2 has been discontinued. ERCOT said Wednesday night that it would move to Energy Emergency Alert Level 1.
Councilwoman: Fend off CPS Energy rate increase by slashing city’s share of utility revenue
Read full article: Councilwoman: Fend off CPS Energy rate increase by slashing city’s share of utility revenueA San Antonio councilwoman thinks cutting the city’s $3.7 billion budget proposal could help cut help the legs out from an expected CPS Energy rate increase.
ERCOT issues Weather Watch for Wednesday-Friday as scorching summer heat continues
Read full article: ERCOT issues Weather Watch for Wednesday-Friday as scorching summer heat continuesThe Electrical Reliability Council of Texas issued a Weather Watch for Wednesday thru Friday due to forecasted higher temperatures, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves.
Labor Day weekend usually marks summer’s end. SA-area businesses say it can’t come soon enough.
Read full article: Labor Day weekend usually marks summer’s end. SA-area businesses say it can’t come soon enough.With more than 60 days of triple-digit temperatures and the hottest summer on record in the San Antonio area, businesses like Congelato! in Helotes said this summer has been a struggle.
ERCOT issues conservation appeal for Tuesday due to low wind generation, thermal generation outages
Read full article: ERCOT issues conservation appeal for Tuesday due to low wind generation, thermal generation outagesERCOT is requesting Texans to conserve energy on Tuesday evening as tight grid conditions are expected.