Whatadeal: ‘Texas treasure’ Whataburger sells to Chicago-based company
Popular San-Antonio-based burger chain Whataburger, declared an official Texas Treasure by the state legislature in 2001, has sold a majority… >
African dust cloud returns to Houston skies this weekend
African dust season is upon us in Houston, and ABC13 Chief Meteorologist Travis Herzog said this year’s first dust… >
Celebrate Father’s Day at one of these 8 events in the Greater Houston area, June 14-16
From beer connoisseurs to avid fishermen, the Greater Houston area offers various Father’s Day-themed events throughout the weekend to celebrate… >
Appeals court orders second round of mediation in Proposition B dispute
A state appeals court June 13 ordered the Houston Professional Firefighters Association and The Houston Police Officers Union along with… >
Senate bill trio could change the way Harris County approaches flood control
A trio of bills aimed at mitigating flooding across Texas and disbursing funds throughout damage-stricken parts of the state have… >
Hwy. 59 losing another main lane under I-610 loop until 2020
A week after a northbound main lane was closed, the Texas Department of Transportation will close a Hwy. 59/I-69 southbound… >
Houston firefighter back pay in limbo after City Council votes to reverse April layoffs
The status of $17 million in back pay issued to Houston firefighters in May remains unclear following Houston City Council… >
Poor Farm Ditch could begin construction next year, HCFCD says to Southside Place council
Representatives from the Harris County Flood Control District presented plans for their reconstruction of the Poor Farm Ditch to the… >
Gov. Greg Abbott signs $11.6 billion school finance measure into law
By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune Gov. Greg Abbott has signed into law one of lawmakers’ biggest achievements this year,… >
Brightway Insurance opens office in Meyerland
Two local insurance agents opened their own office—Brightway Insurance, The Villafana Agency—at 4790 W. Bellfort Blvd., Houston, on May 13.… >
Bissonet Medical Plaza cleared to start construction
Bissonnet Medical Plaza, a new office building project, has been approved to break ground this summer at 4460 Bissonnet St.,… >
Demo Monday: Chelsea Market high rise and more demolition permit activity in Houston, June 3-7
Demolition permits were issued this week for the Chelsea Market retail center at 4617 Montrose Blvd., alongside Hwy. 59, to… >
Tomfoolery Toys & Books focuses on giving children, parents tools to play and learn
Carol Staley said she realized the value of toys in the five years she was the director of a preschool.… >
Deutsch Houston to celebrate 90 years of business
Fine jewelry retailer Deutsch Houston marks its 90th year in business in 2019 and the 25th for its Highland Village… >
Hermann Park Conservancy to build dog park along Brays Bayou
The Hermann Park Conservancy has announced plans to build a 2.4 acre dog park on South MacGregor Way along Brays… >
Live music, wine tasting, a flea market and more: 8 things to do in the Greater Houston area, June 7-9
There are various opportunities to get out and enjoy the Greater Houston area this weekend, from a free movie in… >
Local Foods partners take pride in using fresh, local ingredients
On the back wall of Rice Village’s Local Foods hangs a large, orange neon sign that casts its glow on… >
NASA to open International Space Station to private astronauts, commercial companies
The opportunity for everyday citizens to travel to low-Earth orbit and beyond may be closer than you think. Starting in… >
Westpark Recycling Center no longer accepting recycling from West University residents
Westpark Recycling Center will no longer accept any recycling materials from West University Place residents according to a statement released… >
Sixty Vines to open wine bar in Rice Village
Plano-based wine bar Sixty Vines is slated to open its first Houston location at 2540 University Blvd. in late July.… >
Harris County Engineering Department to accept public input on proposed changes to flood plain, infrastructure regulations through June 25
The Harris County Engineering Department will continue to accept public input on the proposed changes to countywide flood plain management… >
Carl Moore Antiques is selling off inventory ahead of closing
After 40 years in business the owner of Carl Moore Antiques, 1610 Bissonnet St., Houston, is retiring and closing the… >