Burger Bodega Goes West: Houston Smashburger Favorite Opens First Katy Location September 19
Burger Bodega is bringing its award-winning Houston smashburgers to Katy—and the September 19 grand opening is shaping up to be one delicious neighborhood takeover.
First challenge to prediction markets reaches Supreme Court
Prediction markets are headed for a showdown at the Supreme Court as New Jersey moves to shut them down, potentially deciding the future of platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
'Dream come true' | He’s been shot before. Now, this man cuts hair in his RV to inspire others
He turned an RV into a barbershop—and transformed a difficult past into a mission to show others that starting over is possible.
Chevron pledges to double its Venezuelan oil production
Chevron is betting $7 billion on Venezuela’s oil future, aiming to double production by 2031 in a move that could reshape America’s energy strategy.
The Next Industrial Age: Peter Huntsman & Ryan Sitton Take the Stage at Gulf Coast Industry Forum
Houston’s industrial future takes center stage as Peter Huntsman and Ryan Sitton prepare to tackle the big question: What will it take for America to lead the next industrial age?
IACCGH Connects Business Across Borders and Beyond at 2026 Houston Gala
Houston’s Indo-American business community came together for a night of big honors, powerful connections and a look at where Houston–India commerce goes next.
Global bonds sell off as Middle East conflict escalates, further stoking inflation fears
Global bond yields are surging to decades-high levels as war, rising oil prices and inflation fears threaten to make borrowing even more expensive.
Inexpensive new cars are becoming tougher and tougher to find
The $25,000 new car is disappearing fast—so how did SUVs costing $40,000 to $80,000 become the new normal for American buyers?
FTC sues Amazon, alleging it overcharged advertisers
Amazon is facing a major FTC lawsuit accusing the retail giant of secretly driving up ad costs for 1.2 million businesses—could those billions have hit consumers too?
How Tim Cook made Apple one of the world’s most valuable companies
Tim Cook leaves Apple after 15 years of record-breaking growth—but his successor inherits a company facing its biggest challenges yet.
Apple Says “Surprise and Shine”: September 9 Event Sets the Stage for Apple’s Next Big iPhone Era
Apple just dropped two words—“Surprise and shine”—and with Houston now helping build its AI future, the September 9 event could be bigger than a new iPhone.
Small Business Opportunity: HCC Mattress Mack School of Selling Opens Fall 2026 Cohort
Houston’s legendary “Mattress Mack” is turning hustle into a free classroom—giving aspiring entrepreneurs six weeks of real-world sales lessons, mentorship and a chance to build their next big opportunity.
Two Systems of Justice: How Success Makes Leaders of Color Targets
Rev. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. argues that successful corporate leaders of color are too often denied the benefit of the doubt when businesses struggle, pointing to the First Brands Group case as a troubling example of unequal treatment.
Council Members Edward Pollard and Carolyn Evans-Shabazz Partner to Provide Essential Support Through Community Diaper Drive
Houston City Council Members Edward Pollard and Carolyn Evans-Shabazz are partnering with Hugs & Diapers and the Texas Diaper Bank to provide free baby and adult diapers and essential items to families in need on August 29.
