Culver's has leased the former Aurelio's space at 1212 S. Michigan in the South Loop — a 5,200‑sq‑ft unit with a patio and roof deck. The chain did not list an opening date.

Heavy rainfall in Southwest Portland causes a sewage overflow, prompting crews to address the system's failure and officials to advise on proper waste disposal.

A Jakes Burgers‑anchored restaurant park broke ground Monday at Davis & Lola in North Richland Hills, promising a one‑acre backyard, full bars and a fall 2026 opening.

Farmers‑market favorite Mi Pan Bakery is opening its first storefront at 6435 Mission Gorge Road in mid‑2026, expanding from market stalls to a neighborhood bakery with classes and coffee.

New York’s Kyuramen has opened its first Nevada outpost in Henderson, pairing signature bowls and rice‑patty burgers with an on‑site TBaar boba counter. The arrival is part of the chain’s rapid national expansion.

Crave Cookies is opening a 1,500‑sq‑ft shop at Northlake Commons with construction underway and a March 2026 target. The chain’s deep‑dish cookies and rotating flavor drops will be on the menu.

Irvine‑based Pieology filed for Chapter 11 on Dec. 8 after years of shrinking sales and several Northern California closures, court records show. The company lists debts far above its assets as it seeks to reorganize.

Jennifer Fields has taken over the Village spot and reopened it as Paseo, bringing a refreshed patio, a coastal-Californian menu and a major interior makeover.

A change‑of‑locks notice on Home Room's door says Live Oak Management locked the bar out over unpaid rent; neither the property manager nor the bar has commented.

Tacos & Tequila is heading to Sam Houston Race Park with Three 6 Mafia and Fat Joe among the billed artists, plus tacos, tequila tastings and lucha libre. Tickets for the April 2026 date are listed now.

Mary’s Mountain Cookies has closed its Frisco shop at 3311‑2 Preston Road, the chain announced on Instagram. The McKinney location remains open and a Midlothian spot is planned for 2026.

Alice Waters' Bar Panisse opens Dec. 11 in Berkeley with cocktails and seasonal small plates.

The couple behind Coffee Crush opened Tulum Mexican Cuisine in Stone Oak, serving seafood-forward dishes, Mexico City flavors and $6 happy-hour margaritas.