Texas Gov. Abbott activates state resources ahead freezing temperatures, snow, ice and freezing rain impacting the state. Here's what to know.

An arctic cold front could bring Texas its coldest temperatures and the possibility of ice and snow this weekend.

Confidence is increasing that an arctic cold front could bring Texas its coldest temperatures of the winter, as well as possible ice and snow.

After an unusually warm winter, East Texas is gearing up for its first winter storm this weekend and into early next week, with temperatures expected to drop below

Be sure to download the WFAA mobile app to receive updates and WFAA+ to your smart TV. The cold is coming, so take full advantage of these nicer days. Some rain is possible mid-week, but colder air and possible winter weather could head our way by the weekend.

Governor Greg Abbott announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of potential weather impacts expected across the state beginning Thursday,

After a few days of milder high temperatures in the 60s and even 70s with breezy conditions, a big ol' cold front is likely to arrive in North Texas by Friday morning. This will bring gusty north winds and falling temperatures, according to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, with Friday's high slated to be in the high 40s.

HOUSTON - CenterPoint Energy is preparing for the cold weather expected to arrive in the Houston area this weekend.

If you're all snuggled up in your tiger blanket and enjoying the warmth, there's a chance you may enjoy what's to come a few days from now. Following a huge cold front that brought snow, freezing temperatures and probably a nice, warm bowl of caldo to some parts of Texas, round two could be on the horizon. So I hope y'all have some soup leftover.