United Airlines launches direct flights from Houston to Medellín and announces a new route to Puerto Escondido, Mexico, expanding connections with Latin America ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Houston's METRO receives a $1.2 million federal grant for the Gulfton Corridor Project to develop a transit-oriented community hub with a proposed BRT line.

John Harrison has been announced as the new barrelman for the 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, succeeding Leon Coffee who filled the role for 31 years.

The Port of Houston received a $3 million EPA grant to reduce diesel emissions and create green jobs through its SHIFT program, a result of the Inflation Reduction Act.

Houston nonprofit Evolve Houston offers microgrants up to $15,000 for community-focused EV infrastructure and education, with a recent round of funding supporting various innovative projects.

The new DOT rule mandates U.S. airlines to issue refunds for significant flight delays or cancellations, aiming to reduce inconvenience for air travelers.

The article reports on Houston's $1.95 billion bond for Bush Intercontinental Airport's upgrade and debates over the city's financial status and bond use transparency.

The new 130,000-square-foot Intimidad con Dios megachurch will soon break ground in Spring, Texas, featuring amenities like a coffee shop and a 2,400-seat auditorium.

The Woodlands township board approved a $17.8 million renovation of Alden Bridge Sports Park and is planning the largest sports park, while also funding a $1.2 million art sculpture.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston unveiled the Terminal D-West Pier, adding six gates and amenities as part of a $1.458 billion project to enhance international travel facilities.

Houston's new mayor, John Whitmire, halts safety-focused transportation projects, like the redesign of Montrose Boulevard, sparking local concerns and potentially affecting federal funding and safer city infrastructure.

TxDOT has begun the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project to modernize transportation, alleviate congestion, and promote economic development, with a groundbreaking ceremony in East Downtown Houston.

Galveston Port partners with Norwegian Cruise Line for a new terminal, aiming to boost annual passenger numbers to 2 million by 2026 and stimulate economic growth through tourism and job creation.