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Houston Business: News, Insights, and Local Economy Updates

Welcome to the Houston Business News section, your go-to resource for the latest in our city’s economic and business landscape. Discover updates on local companies, startup news, industry insights, and economic trends shaping Houston’s future. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or simply interested in our city’s growth, stay connected with the developments driving Houston’s thriving business community.

Dec 05
Sam Houston State Expands Woodlands Center to Support Nursing Growth in Houston Region

Sam Houston State University plans major renovations at The Woodlands Center to handle rising nursing program enrollment across the Houston region.

Dec 05
Trader Joe’s Opening New Houston Store This Week

Trader Joe’s is expanding again with a new location opening this week in the Memorial City area of Houston.

Dec 05
Houston-Based Phillips 66 Finalizes $1.6B Divestiture of European Retail Business

Houston-based Phillips 66 has completed a $1.6 billion sale of its majority stake in its Germany and Austria retail network, a move that sharpens the company’s focus on core U.S. operations.

Dec 05
Houston Emerges as Potential Host for 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup Matches

NRG Stadium is on FIFA’s early list of potential U.S. host venues for the 2031 Women’s World Cup, putting Houston in the spotlight for a major global event.

Dec 05
Galen College of Nursing Expands Compassionate Care Training Across Its Houston Campus

Galen College of Nursing is rolling out a campus-wide compassionate care curriculum in Houston, aiming to better prepare future nurses for patient-centered work.

Dec 04
Houston-Area Growth Boosted as Blinn College Plans New Workforce Training Complex in Waller

Blinn College will open a new workforce training complex in Waller by May 2026, adding skilled‑trade capacity for the fast-growing northwest Houston corridor.

Dec 04
Trader Joe’s Set to Open New Kingwood Store, Expanding Access for Houston Shoppers

Trader Joe’s is opening a new store in Kingwood this week, giving northeast Houston residents a fresh grocery option and creating new retail jobs.

Dec 04
Houston Cyber Monday Savings: Local Businesses Gain New Opportunities

Cyber Monday brought new savings opportunities for Houston shoppers and businesses, with major deals aimed at helping companies stretch budgets for 2025.

Dec 04
Houston Hospitality Executives Step Down After Federal Indictment

Several executives linked to a Houston restaurant and adult entertainment group have resigned after a federal indictment, raising concerns for employees, patrons, and nearby businesses.

Dec 04
Houston’s Salarius Pharmaceuticals Launches H5N1 Study After Completing Merger

Houston-based Salarius Pharmaceuticals has launched a new H5N1 bird flu study after completing a corporate merger, signaling fresh momentum for the city’s biotech sector.