Texas lawmakers propose significant increases to the state's minimum wage, with bills seeking to raise the hourly rate to either $15 or $19, addressing the widening gap between wage and living costs.

ExxonMobil is laying off nearly 400 workers in Texas following the acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources, with job cuts happening in stages through May 2026.

Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest has recalled about 80,000 pounds of Kirkland Signature butter from Costco for lacking an allergen warning for milk, despite milk being stated in the ingredients.

American Freight is closing all 328 stores, including 30 in Texas and 6 in Houston, due to financial challenges. Store closing sales are offering up to 30% off, as reported by KHOU and CultureMap Houston.

Cash App users may receive a portion of a $15 million settlement due to past data breaches, with a claim deadline approaching and various categories for reimbursement.

CenterPoint Energy agrees to move forward with a rate review process after filing for a $60 million hike, potentially increasing consumer bills by $1.25/month.

Sage Geosystems is partnering with the DoD to test geothermal energy at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi and is also planning a solar and storage project in Texas.

A recall for soft cheeses due to potential Listeria contamination has been issued by Savencia Cheese USA, including brands like Aldi and La Bonne Vie.

Texas wins Site Selection magazine's Top Business Climate award for the second year, praised by Governor Abbott for its tax advantages, skilled workforce, and favorable business environment.

WalletHub ranks Port Arthur, Texas, among the least desirable small cities to live in, citing low livability scores in safety, education, and quality of life, despite its industrial strengths.

Marathon Oil's merger with ConocoPhillips results in over 500 layoffs in Houston, with staff reductions spanning 12 months as reported by Houston Business Journal.

Rice University inaugurated the Virani Undergraduate School of Business, sponsored by Farid and Asha Virani, to enhance its business education, differentiating it from the Jones Graduate School of Business.

CoinFlip has installed new Bitcoin kiosks in Yesway and Allsup’s stores across Texas and other states, reaching over 5,000 ATMs globally and offering multiple cryptocurrencies.