With weather conditions rapidly evolving in parts of Texas this week, including a winter storm warning, the Texas Department of Transportation announced it would close multiple offices on Thursday. According to the National Weather Service,

At least five North Texas counties, including Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman and Tarrant, were under a winter storm warning as of 9 a.m.

Operating an ATV on city streets is largely prohibited, with few exceptions, according to the Dallas Police Department. Specific conditions must be met for legal operation, including

Additional ice could accumulate on North Texas roads from drizzle this morning or from melted snow that refreezes into black ice. Drivers are urged to use caution Friday. Residents who need to travel in the next couple of days can check for updates on road conditions online using TxDOT’s map of statewide road conditions at drivetexas.org.

A vehicle collision is tying up traffic along Loop 375 in East El Paso on Monday afternoon, Jan. 20. The Texas Department of Transportation says all lanes of Loop 375 North are closed before Vista Del Sol.

North Texas is likely to see a three-day stretch of bone-chilling cold starting Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

Residents will be able to learn more and share input on the proposed Hwy. 36A project at public meetings this year.

DALLAS - Emergency resources have been activated across Texas for this week's winter storm, including warming centers and road assistance. Gov. Greg Abbott urged Texans on Wednesday to stay weather-aware, check DriveTexas.org before traveling, and follow official guidance.

Attorneys for wealthy Dallas developer Ray L. Hunt and his companies have indicated they plan to sue over the high speed rail plans.

Utility crews cut vegetation near power lines ahead of the storm, officials said Jan. 8. Texans should contact their local utility providers if they experience power outages.

A developing winter storm is threatening to drop snow, sleet and freezing rain on parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.

The winter storm warning in effect for North Texas has been downgraded to a winter weather advisory, according to the National Weather Service Fort Worth. Temperatures in the Fort Worth area remain around freezing, and the precipitation could cause a small amount of ice to accumulate bridges and overpasses.