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Nov 24
Oakberry to Bring Dozens of New Açaí Bowl Shops to Houston Under Major Texas Expansion

Oakberry plans nearly 100 new açaí bowl shops across Texas, with several headed to Houston. The expansion signals rising demand for fast, health-focused dining options.

Nov 24
LPGA Plans Move of Chevron Championship to New Houston Venue

The LPGA is preparing to relocate the Chevron Championship from The Woodlands to a new Houston venue, a shift that could boost local tourism and business activity.

Nov 24
Greg Abbott Plans Major Push to Shift Harris County Politics, Impacting Houston

Gov. Greg Abbott says he will invest heavily to flip Harris County, a move that could influence policy and daily life in Houston.

Nov 24
Houston Teams Advance as Texas High School Football Playoffs Enter 2nd Round

Several Houston-area programs moved deeper into the Texas high school football playoffs as the 2nd Round delivered key wins and tough eliminations.

Nov 24
Houston-Based NOV Announces CEO Transition as Longtime Leader Plans Retirement

Houston energy equipment giant NOV will shift leadership as longtime CEO Clay Williams retires and a recently promoted executive steps in.

Nov 24
Houston Officials Watch Election Security Shake‑Up as Midterms Near

Recent changes to the federal agency overseeing election security have raised concern among Houston leaders as the 2026 midterms approach.

Nov 24
Amazon’s New Fort Bend Facility Signals More Growth for the Houston Region

Amazon is developing a 403,000-square-foot operations center in Fort Bend County, adding momentum to the Greater Houston region’s expanding logistics sector.

Nov 21
Houston Moves Forward With Expanded Astrodome Study

Harris County officials approved an expanded study on the future of the Astrodome, opening the door to new redevelopment options in Houston.

Nov 21
Three Houston Tech Firms Earn Spots on Deloitte’s Fast 500 List

Three fast‑growing Houston companies earned national recognition on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 list, highlighting the city’s expanding innovation economy.

Nov 21
Houston Sheriff’s Office Launches Holiday Vacation Watch Sign‑Ups Ahead of Christmas Travel

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has opened holiday vacation watch registration as Christmas travel begins, offering added security for Houston-area homes.