Chicago pizzeria Rosati’s celebrates grand opening in Cypress
The new Chicago-based pizzeria opened in Cypress this November. (Courtesy Rosati's Pizza)
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Fry's Electronics short circuits, calls it quits after nearly 36 years in business
As many as 31 stores across nine states will be shuttered as Fry's Electronics fizzles out due to market changes and the pandemic.

ERCOT: Texas power system was less than 5 minutes from collapse during winter storm
ERCOT's CEO offered details into what led to the massive blackouts that left millions of Texans in the cold last week.

Greater Houston area could see economic relief from pandemic around mid-2021, economist says
Emerging technology and alternative-energy sectors could help ease the blow of the downturn in Houston's oil and gas industry caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cy-Fair surpasses 50,000 total confirmed COVID-19 cases since start of pandemic
Although Cy-Fair has reported more than 50,000 cases of the coronavirus as of this week, active cases in the community have been on the decline since the start of the month.

Harris County to begin exploring alternatives to Texas power grid at Feb. 26 meeting
Following the winter storm-induced statewide power outages last week that left thousands of Harris County residents without heat amid freezing temperatures, the Harris County Commissioners Court will begin exploring what it would take for Harris County to leave the state's power grid at its Feb. 26 meeting.

Bar and grill Little Woodrow's opens in Tomball; Los Gallitos Mexican Cafe reopens in Sugar Land and more Houston-area news
Read the latest business and community news from the Houston area.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown targets May 1 opening
2021 also marks the 60th anniversary of Six Flags Entertainment Corp.

Here’s how northwest Houston legislators have responded to widespread winter storm power outages
Local leaders have spoken out about what they believe went wrong and how they plan to prevent similar disasters in the future.

Little Woodrow's bar and grill now open in Tomball
In addition to a full bar, the location offers daily drink specials, food items and an outdoor patio.

Lone Star College System announces financial aid for students, faculty affected by winter storm
Applications for financial assistance will be accepted until Feb. 26.

Cy-Fair ISD officials: Winter storm caused $5M-$6M in damages
A total of 62 campuses and 12 support facilities had damages ranging from minor leaks to flooding due to burst water lines, officials said.

Aerodrome Ice Skating Complex reopens after narrowly avoiding storm-induced disaster
The Aerodrome Ice Skating Complex in northwest Houston was not spared by Winter Storm Uri, but a combination of quick action, luck and camaraderie within the Houston ice rink community prevented what officials said could have been a much more serious setback.