Global search interest for travel to Houston jumped 250% after the World Cup draw, sending hotels, Airbnbs and ticket prices into a citywide scramble.

Blue Bell Creameries to expand in Ohio by 2026, with a new distribution facility, while Kroger plans to open three new stores in North Texas.

A Dallas hospitality group has placed an $18.8M stalking‑horse bid to buy Razzoo's out of Chapter 11 and will decide which locations and staff to keep.

EOG's $5.6B Encino purchase vaulted the company into the Utica shale and reshaped its production outlook. The deal changed EOG's inventory and nudged Houston's deal scene.

La Michoacana will open a remodeled Spring‑Klein store this Sunday at FM 1960 with raffles, free samples and $25 gift cards for early shoppers.

H-E-B plans to open a new budget-friendly Joe V's Smart Shop in Houston, while Seguin residents seek more H-E-B and Walmart options due to population growth.

Henderson & Kane will open a 5,000‑sq‑ft market across from Market Square Park after a $500K DRA incentive. The Sixth Ward favorite aims to open before the 2026 World Cup.

A Wingstop and Crumbl franchise group expanded a 15‑unit pact into a 120+ area‑representative deal to bring Lola Beans drive‑thru coffee, infused sodas and energy drinks to Texas, with a Dallas–Fort Worth rollout starting in 2026.

Seven new brands, from David Yurman to Pink Chicken, are joining Market Street 2 , boosting its luxury mix for the holidays and into early 2026.

GameStop in Texas set a record by trading in a PSA 10 Holo Gengar Pokémon card for $30,494.70, highlighting the value of high-priced collectibles in the retail gaming industry.

Houston boutique Mr. Larkin landed on The New York Times' list of 50 best clothing stores, the only Houston shop to make the cut.

Frenchy's Chicken, a popular Houston fried chicken chain, plans to open 500 new stores nationwide over the next decade, starting with locations in Port Arthur and Rosharon, Texas.

Houston's dining scene offers a variety of Thanksgiving options, including prix-fixe menus and classic foods. Retailers like Whole Foods and HEB have holiday hours, while others like Walmart and Costco remain closed.