A French‑Laundry–trained chef and his wife opened Truffle & Rye at 107 S. 3rd St., serving schiacciata sandwiches, pastries, coffee and occasional evening events.

UH is planning a major buildout in Sugar Land and Katy — new academic buildings, a 40‑acre industry zone and ambitious enrollment targets.

SpaceX is reportedly negotiating a major lease at the Port of Brownsville that could add manufacturing space and dock capacity to support Starbase operations. Port minutes show confidential talks under a project code‑name.

Crawfish Cafe and Pho Prime have combined into a 10,000‑sq‑ft Chinatown spot on Bellaire Boulevard, pairing Viet‑Cajun boils with pho, murals and a shared bar.

City leaders in Houston opened a process to strip Cesar Chavez’s name from a southeast street after reporting alleged sexual abuse. The move follows renamings and canceled events nationwide.

Simone Biles opened Taste of Gold at Houston’s IAH Terminal A, a travel‑friendly spot serving shareable plates and a signature "Simone’s Skewers."

Houston robbery detectives released surveillance stills after a March 11 incident on Dryden Road. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips.

The Astros open their season this Thursday at Daikin Park against the Angels. First pitch is set for 3:10 p.m. CT with tickets available through official channels.

Houston is lining up SaberCats Stadium and the Omni as a World Cup team base camp, and officials say some practice sessions will be open to the public.

Houston crews fought a two-alarm blaze at an apartment complex near US‑290; an early trapped-person report was cleared and no injuries were reported. Officials say the cause is under investigation.

Five Guys has opened at Manvel Town Center, offering dine‑in, takeout and delivery to the growing retail hub at Hwy 288.

Houston police say a woman was shot during a robbery near 12800 Airline Drive and is listed in stable condition. North Belt officers were on scene, authorities say.

Einstein Bros. opened a new Humble bakery on March 23 at FM 1960, bringing fresh‑baked bagels and breakfast sandwiches to the corridor.