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.

Flowco's January IPO priced above range and raised about $427M, pushing the newly merged Houston oilfield‑services firm onto the NYSE and drawing a strong market debut.

State filings list a March 1–30, 2026 remodel of Costco's Humble bakery and food court, with estimated costs around $520,000.

Thanksgiving shoppers enjoy lower turkey prices while facing higher costs for side dishes, adapting with strategic purchases and seeking deals to maintain traditions amid economic pressure.

Carnival and Royal Caribbean are expanding their cruise offerings from Galveston, TX, with the Carnival Sunshine debuting in 2027 and Royal Caribbean launching trips on the world's largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas.

Primark is opening a new 31,600-square-foot store in Katy Mills, Houston, with a grand opening scheduled for November 20. It's part of a broader U.S. expansion, with another location in Willowbrook Mall and plans for 17 stores across the country.

A 2007 Ferrari F430 once registered to Donald Trump is headed to Mecum's Kissimmee 2026 auction with fewer than 10,000 miles and original paperwork. The lot includes a 'DJT' plate and the factory window sticker.

Galveston launches a new cruise terminal, expecting a surge in tourism and cruises, with the MSC Seascape relocating there, bringing local-themed attractions and economic benefits.

Ikea is set to open a second store in Houston by summer 2026, located in Webster's Baybrook area, which will include design consultation zones and Swedish food offerings.

Highway 146 businesses are rebounding with new ventures as traffic flow improves post-construction, despite ongoing work on adjacent roads and competition between local cities to attract businesses.