Some Houston stores, including 7-Eleven and CVS, will be open on Christmas Day, while Walmart, Target, and Costco are closed. Shoppers should check local store hours for last-minute needs.

TxDOT employees promoted road safety at the H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade while guiding the Garfield balloon, aligning with the #EndTheStreakTX campaign to stop daily road fatalities in Texas.

Houston service industry workers advocate for a standard 20% holiday tip, emphasizing the importance of gratuities in a context of low wages. A survey shows mixed tipping habits among Americans.

Corpus Christi, Texas, has become the leading U.S. oil export hub, with economic growth and policy changes following a port CEO's spending controversy.

Crux Climbing Center is set to open its first Houston location in the East End district by 2025, with a range of amenities including a gym and coworking space.

Levit Green's new life sciences campus in Houston redefines scientific research spaces by combining state-of-the-art labs with amenities such as a lake and boardwalk.

The Houston Rockets are building a new $70 million training center, set to open in summer 2024, aiming to enhance player amenities and the team's competitive edge.

Houston now boasts what's claimed as the world's largest hex nut, standing at Patriot Bolt's lot in Humble, TX. Named "Big Tex the Incredible Hex," the nut measures 16 feet tall and weighs roughly 8,500 pounds.

Slick City fancies itself the worlds first indoor waterless park. The amusement facility launches in Houston.

Sugar Land businessman sentenced to 24 months for 10M fraud scheme.

Houston Public Works teams with OIG to probe contract irregularities.

Houston Fire Depts toy drive Operation Stocking Stuffer spreads cheer with Shells support.

Elliott takes on Crown Castle, targeting strategy and leadership for change.