Leaky $19 Million Sea Lion Tank Has Denver Zoo Hauling Builders to Court
The Denver Zoological Foundation has sued the architect and contractor behind its new sea lion habitat, alleging leaks, cracking and corroded hardware in the $19M exhibit. The zoo says animals are safe while repairs and a civil case move forward.
How Lancaster Landed Niagara's $100 Million Bottling Beast
Niagara expanded its roughly 1.2M sq ft Lancaster plant, saying freight access, a $25M multimodal grant and a Chapter 380 incentive package convinced it to grow here. City documents and company materials show the deal mixes modest job counts with sizable tax and infrastructure promises.
Miami Office Sizzle Fizzles As Big Shots Sign Bite-Size Leases
Billionaires and tech names keep making headlines in Miami — but leasing data show most newcomers are signing modest suites and expansions rather than massive headquarters. Brokers and researchers say the market’s true test will be bigger pre‑leases and hiring.
Gruene Tourist Strip Scores $7 Million Mashup Of Bank And Taproom
A $7 million, 16,265-sq.-ft. development near Gruene would house a Karnes County National Bank branch and an Austin-based taproom. Filings and federal approval signal new private investment in the tourist district.
Wylie Power Play: $139.6 Million Deal Fuels Giant Grid Battery
Esvolta closed a $139.6M financing package with MUFG to build the 150 MW / 300 MWh Boxcar battery project in Wylie, adding fast-response capacity to ERCOT with construction now under way. The developer says the site is expected online in 2027.
Berkeley Car Lots On Notice As 359-Unit Shattuck Giant Nears Green Light
An eight‑story, 359‑unit project at 2700 Shattuck cleared design review, advancing plans to replace two car dealerships with housing, retail and dozens of below‑market units.












