Leadership In Motion: Israel Garcia’s Steadfast Journey Powering METRO Forward
In a city that pulses with momentum, few keep Houston moving quite like Israel Garcia. With over 30 years of steadfast dedication to the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO), Garcia isn’t just guiding the buses—he’s steering the culture …
Rising by Reaching Back: Trustee Renee Jefferson Patterson Champions HCC's VAST Expansion in Northeast Houston
In the ever-evolving story of Houston's educational champions, few names shine as brightly as Renee Jefferson Patterson — a woman whose personal trials transformed into triumphs and whose professional journey is now shaping futures across the Bayou City.
Elon Musk’s company just promised to save Nashville’s traffic problems. We’ve heard this story before
Nashville officials on Monday announced a massive public transportation partnership with Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to alleviate the city’s significant traffic congestion problems for travelers bound to the airport. But Musk has previously made many similar promises in a …
From Hospital Halls to Hallowed Homes: Fifth Ward Celebrates St. Elizabeth Place Apartments Grand Opening
In a triumphant and heartfelt celebration, the historic Fifth Ward community gathered on Monday, July 28, 2025, to witness a powerful transformation—one that turned memories of healing into a future of hope. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for St. Elizabeth Place Apartments …
‘Tesla Takedown’ protesters have a new target: Elon Musk’s Tesla Diner
For months, protesters have gathered outside Tesla showrooms in response to Elon Musk’s role in reducing US government spending as part of the Department of Government Efficiency.
age Trump’s megabill may force your local grocery store to close
Wright’s Market has been a fixture of Opelika, Alabama, a town of around 30,000 near Auburn University, since the 1970s. The supermarket relies on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for roughly one-third of sales.
HCC Coleman and Texas Medical Center Explore Bold Future for Healthcare Education at State-of-the-Art Campus
In the heart of Houston’s globally renowned Texas Medical Center, something transformative is unfolding — and it’s happening at Houston Community College’s Coleman College for Health Sciences. On July 23, a powerhouse collaboration took a promising step forward as Dr. …
Meta is shelling out big bucks to get ahead in AI. Here’s who it’s hiring
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is on a mission for his company to be the first to reach so-called artificial superintelligence — generally considered to mean AI that’s better than all humans at all knowledge work.
Ford recalls more than 694,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs
Ford has issued a recall for more than 694,000 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles due to a fire hazard.
Orange juice importer sues Trump, says Brazil tariffs will mean higher prices for consumer
President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Brazil could push up the cost of orange juice at major American supermarkets like Aldi, Walmart and Wegmans by as much as 25%, according to one US-based orange juice importer.
Target is changing one of its biggest customer perks
Target is changing a roughly decade-old policy that let customers save some extra cash.
GM’s latest tariff hit: $1.1 billion
Tariffs on imported cars and auto parts cost General Motors $1.1 billion in the second quarter, the nation’s largest automaker said Tuesday.
Hershey says it is hiking chocolate prices
Hershey told its retail partners it is raising prices by a percentage in the “lower double-digit range” over what its chocolate products cost over the past couple years, a company spokesperson confirmed to CNN. The culprit: high cocoa prices.
Tesla’s earnings continue to slide
Tesla’s troubles continued Wednesday as the company reported a 23% drop in adjusted earnings for the second quarter, a fall that followed a record drop in sales in the same period.
New Waverly Manor Reopens with Timeless Elegance and Modern Luxury, Redefining Southeast Texas Event Experiences
In a stunning comeback that marries Southern charm with European opulence, the beloved Waverly Manor has officially reemerged as the New Waverly Manor—a premier luxury destination poised to elevate weddings, galas, and private events across Southeast Texas. Nestled on 53 …

