Business
How Will The Next Recession Affect Houston?
Posted on · The Bayou City has suffered less than the rest of the country in previous economic downturns.
Business
News
Monthly Report Shows Strong Job Growth For Houston But The Numbers May Be Too Good To Be True
Posted on · A regional economist says economic indicators point to less job growth than Bureau of Labor Statistics numbers suggest.
Transportation
Local Leaders To Austin: Don’t Defund Proposed Grand Parkway Segments
Posted on · The Texas Transportation Commission is considering pulling the project amid changing sentiments over toll roads.
Energy & Environment
What You Need to Know About The Battle For Citgo — And What It Could Mean For Houston
Posted on · Citgo's parent company is currently involved in a legal battle over debt from 2011.
Local
Houston Squashes CenterPoint Energy Request To Increase Rates
Posted on · But the state’s Public Utility Commission will make the final decision.
Business
Amazon Opens Tech Hub In Houston
Posted on · The city sees it as a sign that it is making progress in its effort to become a destination for tech innovation.
Bauer Business Focus
Meet The New Dean Of UH’s Bauer College Of Business
Posted on · Paul Pavlou started as the school’s dean on July 1.
Transportation
Activists Want To Delay Funding Vote On I-45 Expansion
Posted on · They say officials need to gather more public comment on the project's impacts before any money is allocated.
In-Depth
After A Dire Year, Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center Looks To The Future
Posted on · "What St. Luke’s needs more than anything else is no more changes for awhile.”
Business
Houston Breaks Ground On Innovation District
Posted on · “The Ion” is a major step towards growing Houston’s innovation culture.
Business
Toys R Us Is Coming Back But With A Different Approach
Posted on · More than a year after filing for bankruptcy, the chain is relaunching in Texas and New Jersey. Its new stores will feature spaces for toy demonstrations and events.
Business
Houston Rent Growth Slower Than In Other Texas Metros
Posted on · Researchers credit Harvey and the supply of apartments.
City of Houston
Centerpoint Energy Requests Rate Increase For Houston Customers
Posted on · Electric bills could go up soon in Houston.
Bauer Business Focus
Study Suggests People Act Unethically At Work If They Leave Their Real Self At Home
Posted on · A University of Houston researcher says bringing your whole self to work benefits both the employee and the employer.
Top Stories
Local Energy Economy In Good Health, Tracking Sexual Assault Kits In Houston, And Man Charged In Killing Of Jazmine Barnes Released On Bond
Posted on · These are some of the stories Houston Public Media is covering.