Walmart warns it will raise prices because of tariffs
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, said President Donald Trump’s tariffs are “too high” and it will raise prices on some items as Trump’s global trade war increases the company’s costs.
The Galleria Welcomes Luxury Retail Growth with New Openings and ZEGNA Transformation
The Galleria, Houston’s crown jewel of upscale shopping, has once again raised the bar in luxury retail with the unveiling of new storefronts and a dramatic renovation from one of its cornerstone designers. As the city’s premier destination for style, …
Verizon Launched $5 Billion Supplier Program to Boost U.S. Small Businesses
Verizon launched a $5 billion Small Business Supplier Accelerator to support U.S. small businesses and expand their access to corporate supply chains and digital growth resources.
Houston’s Transit Renaissance: Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock and the Bold New METRONow Era
In a city fueled by innovation and diversity, Houston METRO is turning a new corner—and leading the charge is Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, the first Hispanic woman ever appointed Chair of the METRO Board of Directors. With her inspiring background, sweeping …
Union Pacific’s Commitment to Fifth Ward: Transparency, Testing, and a Safer Tomorrow
In a significant development for Houston’s historic Fifth Ward, Union Pacific has completed the final round of its extensive soil testing initiative surrounding the former Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) site—and the results offer reassurance and renewed clarity for local …
Tesla sales plunge across Europe
Tesla’s sales continue to dive across Europe even as car buyers there increasingly buy electric vehicles.
The first boats carrying Chinese goods with 145% tariffs are arriving in LA. Shipments are cut in half. Expect shortages soon
American consumers are on the cusp of tough choices because of President Donald Trump’s trade war.
H-E-B Honors Texas Educators with $480,000 in Grants—Houston Shines in a Celebration of Dedication and Excellence
In true Texas-sized fashion, H-E-B once again proved why it's more than just a grocery giant—it’s a cornerstone of community upliftment. On Sunday, May 4, in the heart of Downtown Austin, the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards lit up …
From Pews to Power: Houston-Born Tech Startup ChurchSpace Relocates to Detroit After $1.2M Raise,
In a transformative leap for both faith-based innovation and Black tech leadership, ChurchSpace, the Houston-born startup often dubbed the "Airbnb for churches," has announced the relocation of its headquarters to Detroit following a $1.2 million funding raise. Co-founded by Krystal …
Supporting Houston's Vulnerable Communities With Life-Saving Generator Giveaway Ahead Of Hurricane Season
With hurricane season approaching next month, the urgency to prepare our most vulnerable residents has never been greater. I’m excited to share that Whitestone Developments/ Empower CDC in partnership with EcoFlow and The Restoration Team have partnered to host: the …
Honoring Her Legacy: San Antonio’s Influential Women On The Move Awards Brunch
As the final applause echoed through the room, one message rang clear: these women are not just on the move—they are leading the way in their respective industries. The Influential Women on the Move Awards Brunch wasn’t just a celebration; …
Subway keeps shrinking
Subway’s footprint in the United States has shrunk again, falling below 20,000 for the first time in two decades.
New proposed law would require Apple and Google to verify your age before letting you into their app stores
A pair of Republican lawmakers are set to propose a new law that would require app stores to verify the ages of all users and share that information with app developers, following a similar state law that was signed in …
McDonald’s just had its worst quarter since Covid. It said customers are getting nervous
McDonald’s sales dropped in the beginning of the year, marking the second consecutive quarter of declines as customers pull back their spending amid economic uncertainty.
US job growth hasn’t been this slow since Covid. Trump’s policies could chill it further
It all comes down to the job market. President Donald Trump’s drastic policy moves, and the twists and turns that have come alongside them, have made economic forecasting a squirrely endeavor.
