When the lights go out, you probably have a mental picture of a “safe spot” for your portable generator: tucked just outside ...

When the power goes out in a blizzard, you are not just fighting the cold. You are also up against a toxic gas you cannot see ...

Holiday magic is getting a user interface. Pay-per-minute Santa calls, emoji-made videos, and AI elves caught on camera — all ...

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Power strips are a common and convenient way to provide additional sockets, but experts warn that there are certain household items you should never plug into one.

Inside the home, propane-powered ranges and ovens provide steady, responsive heat for holiday cooking, while propane water heaters keep pace with guests, laundry, and cleanup. When winter weather ...

Consumers Energy says it stands ready and is pre-staging nearly 500 crews statewide in preparation for the possibility of ice ...