Fifth Third Bank Announces $3.1 Billion Texas Community Investment Commitment
Fifth Third Bank has announced a five-year, $3.1 billion commitment to Texas communities, including 60 new Houston-area branches, small business grants, homeownership assistance and neighborhood development investments
From Groundbreaking to Groundbreaking Impact: Legacy Community Health Opens Acres Homes Clinic, Bringing Healthcare and Hope Home
Acres Homes is stepping into a healthier future as Legacy Community Health opens a 26,200-square-foot clinic backed by Houston Methodist’s $50 million investment, bringing comprehensive, affordable healthcare closer to more than 54,000 residents.
Texas Leads the Nation in Hidden Hospital Prices. It Should Lead on Reform Instead.
Houston families deserve more than world-class medical care—they deserve transparent hospital prices, fair billing practices and accountability from nonprofit hospitals receiving billions in taxpayer-supported benefits.
Bank of America fined $1.2 billion by Treasury Department for anti-money laundering and sanctions law violations
Bank of America faces a $1.2 billion federal penalty over alleged failures in anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance, after regulators said the banking giant failed to report more than $5 billion in suspicious transactions and exposed the financial system to …
Apple just announced a new gadget that could be key to its AI push
Apple is making a major play for the AI-powered smart home with its new $299 HomeView, bringing an upgraded Siri, personalized features and privacy-focused technology into the living room as competition with Amazon and Google heats up.
GOP senator said gas prices would decide the midterms. Now they’re threatening his reelection
Rising gas prices tied to the Iran war are reshaping the 2026 midterm debate, putting Kansas Republican Sen. Roger Marshall under pressure as voters face higher costs at the pump.
Six Flags temporarily closes some roller coasters nationwide after man dies falling from ride in Georgia
A deadly roller coaster incident at Six Flags Over Georgia has triggered the temporary closure of nine rides nationwide, raising urgent questions about amusement park safety as investigators search for answers.
Houston First Launches Five-Year Plan to Expand Film and Media Production Industry
Houston First Corporation’s five-year strategic plan aims to expand film and media production, attract investment, create jobs and strengthen Houston’s position as a leading production destination.
Jaguar Type 01: The Cat Is Back—and Its Electrifying New Era Is Absolutely Stunning!
Jaguar electrifies the luxury car market with the stunning all-electric Type 01, delivering 1,015 horsepower, head-turning design and a bold new vision for high-performance driving.
H-E-B Crowns 2026 Quest for Texas Best Winners
H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best awards $15,000 to Houston’s HIVE Food Co. as five Texas businesses share $110,000 in prizes, celebrating local innovation, family traditions and homegrown entrepreneurial success.
METRO Police Launch Mobile Command Center to Expand Public Safety Across Houston
METRO Police introduced a Mobile Operations Command Center at Moody Park in Houston’s Northside to expand access to police services and strengthen public safety across the region’s transit system.
Almost Sold Out! Houston’s Hispanic Economic Power Takes Center Stage at 2026 State of Hispanics Data Summit & Business Expo
Houston’s Hispanic community takes center stage as the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce prepares to spotlight its economic impact, business leadership and growth opportunities at the October 20 State of Hispanics Data Summit & Business Expo.
Harris County Health Leaders Unite to Transform Care for the Region’s Most Vulnerable Residents
Six leading Houston health organizations unite through the Harris Collaborative to improve preventive care, mental health services and health equity for Harris County’s most vulnerable residents.
H-E-B Names 2026 Quest for Texas Best Winners, Including Houston Business
H-E-B recognized five Texas small businesses in its 2026 Quest for Texas Best competition, awarding $110,000 to the winners and $25,000 to five additional finalists.
Trump’s US-Russia diesel deal draws bipartisan criticism
President Trump’s plan to bring Russian diesel into global energy markets is drawing bipartisan criticism from lawmakers who say the deal could violate federal restrictions on Russian energy imports and provide financial support to Vladimir Putin amid the war in …

