There are plenty of reasons for fans to worry as the NFL hits Week 3. Here are 5 things to watch
NFL Week 3 puts quarterback injuries, struggling defenses, Atlanta’s turbulent start, the league’s expanding international schedule and a crucial Texans-Colts matchup under the spotlight.
McDonald’s is spending billions to make major changes
McDonald’s is betting $8.5 billion through 2036 on restaurant makeovers, employee retraining, AI-powered kitchens and protein-focused menu items as it fights to win back customers and keep pace with fast-food rivals.
More than 167,000 pounds of meat with false inspection labels recalled nationwide
A nationwide recall is underway for more than 167,000 pounds of raw pork, beef and goat products after the USDA found they were produced without required federal inspection and carried a false inspection mark.
Disney+ and Hulu now cost more than $20 a month without ads
Disney is raising streaming prices again, pushing ad-free Disney+ and Hulu plans above $20 a month as the company prepares to combine the services into a new one-app experience.
Meta says its Muse AI agent can do things for you. I put it to the test
Meta’s new Muse AI agent can book plans, send emails and organize tasks—but its early missteps are raising bigger questions about whether people are ready to trust AI with their everyday lives.
Two San Antonio H-E-B Billionaires Make Forbes' 2026 List of Richest Americans
From a small Kerrville grocery store to a multibillion-dollar Texas powerhouse, H-E-B’s legacy reaches far beyond wealth—with 26 years of partnership with Houston Style Magazine.
After 10 suspensions, teen builds BarkClean — and a new path — at 16
At just 16, Milwaukee’s Jomarion Swiams is turning a troubled school year into a thriving business, proving that one mistake doesn’t have to define your future.
Trump has a ‘sledgehammer’ way to slash diesel prices. But it could boomerang back on the US
With diesel prices surging above $6.50 a gallon, some Republicans are pushing for an export ban—but energy experts warn the move could trigger higher fuel costs and ripple through the US economy.
Eli Lilly Breaks Ground on $6.5 Billion Houston Campus as It Bets Big on GLP-1 Weight-Loss Pill
Eli Lilly breaks ground on a $6.5 billion Generation Park manufacturing campus, bringing thousands of jobs and a major new chapter in Houston’s life-sciences economy.
Meet Adrian Garcia: A Lifetime of Public Service Rooted in Precinct 2
From Houston police officer to Harris County Precinct 2 commissioner, Adrian Garcia’s public-service record spans public safety, housing, health access, flood control and infrastructure—now at the center of his “DELIVERS” campaign message.
Houston Checks In With Michelin: Five Local Hotels Earn Coveted 2026 Keys
Houston checks into the global spotlight as five local hotels earn coveted 2026 MICHELIN Keys, celebrating the city’s distinctive style, luxury and world-class hospitality.
PGA Tour gig helps laundry business pay bills and rebuild momentum
A post-Hurricane Helene business setback is turning into a fresh opportunity for Asheville entrepreneur Anthony Lynch, whose mobile laundry service is helping keep the Biltmore Championship running.
H-E-B Gives Texas Small Businesses a Chance to Grow
H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best gives 10 Texas small businesses a chance to turn homegrown ideas into statewide success.
Latino voters, data centers and Republican problems are giving Texas Democrats their highest hopes in 20 years
Texas Democrats see new openings in the 2026 governor’s race as economic pressures, shifting Latino voters and GOP controversies reshape the political landscape.
On signs French football star Mbappé, delivering another knock for Nike
Kylian Mbappé is leaving Nike after nearly two decades, joining On as the sportswear brand makes an ambitious push into football with the global superstar at its center.

