Here's what to know about Texas' new business courts

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 10:01A Seth Bodine

About half of the country's states have some form of business court. Texas is now giving its version a shot. But questions remain about whether the courts will gain traction.

Tavern-style concept opens in Market Square Tower downtown (PHOTOS)

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 10:00A Jeff Jeffrey

The site of Underbelly Hospitality’s short-lived GJ Tavern is now home to a new tavern-style restaurant concept.

Baker Hughes shakes up leadership with new C-suite role, hires local exec

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 9:47A Naomi Klinge

Baker Hughes' latest leadership changes include adding a new C-suite role, hiring a former CEO of a local company and promoting other executives.

Berg Hospitality’s soda shop featuring Carvel opens this week in the Heights (PHOTOS)

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 7:28A Olivia Pulsinelli

Berg Hospitality Group’s new soda fountain concept, Buttermilk Baby, will be the first restaurant to partner with Carvel and marks the brand's Texas debut.

Halliburton confirms information likely stolen in August cyberattack

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 6:40A Jishnu Nair

Halliburton first acknowledged the breach on Aug. 23 and has now released additional details of the cyberattack.

Mattress Mack Says Customers Should Expect To See Him At Work Today

Houston Press |The Leading Independent News Source 9/3 5:53A Faith Bugenhagen

In true “Mattress Mack” fashion, Jim McIngvale announced he would return to work on Tuesday morning after spending Labor Day weekend in the hospital. The Gallery Furniture founder and Houston-area...

Former home of Menil Collection founders to get facelift

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 2:00A Jeff Jeffrey

The Menil Foundation, which owns the house at 3363 San Felipe St. in addition to operating the Menil Collection, plans to improve the home’s grounds.

Fifth Third Bank hires new Houston market executive

Houston Biz Journal 9/3 1:00A Chandler France

This is Fifth Third's second Houston leader since the Cincinnati-based bank opened its first local middle-market banking office in 2019.

Things to Do: Read Reagan His Life and Legend by Max Boot

Houston Press |The Leading Independent News Source 9/2 11:00P Bob Ruggiero

His name is held up as a paragon of virtue in many Republican circles—and mentioned in admiration from seemingly any conservative looking to run for or maintain political office. But despite a public...

Joey Chestnut Eats 83 Hot Dogs in Ten Minutes in Netflix Special

Houston Press |The Leading Independent News Source 9/2 11:00P Sean Pendergast

However you feel about competitive eating, and whether or not it should be considered a sport, probably dictates exactly how you feel about Joey Chestnut's dominance over his competitive eating...

Things to Do: Caloncho, White Oak Music Hall, September 4, 2024

Houston Press |The Leading Independent News Source 9/2 11:00P Jesse Sendejas Jr.

It’s probably not great form to be interviewing one artist and thinking about another. And, it may be even poorer form to actually suggest to the artist being interviewed – in this case, the Mexican...

Houston Police Seek Public’s Help to Identify Suspect in Violent Home Invasion

Texas Herald News 9/2 6:21A Amalia Weigandt

The Houston Police Department s Robbery Division is seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated robbery that occurred on Thursday, August 15, 2024. The incident took place around 4:50 p.m. at a residence...

Houston Mayor Appoints Sandy Gaw as New Library Director

Texas Herald News 9/2 6:16A Amalia Weigandt

Houston Mayor John Whitmire has announced the appointment of Sandy Gaw as the new Director of the Houston Public Library. Gaw s appointment, effective immediately, follows her confirmation by the City Council on Wednesday, August 28th, 2024. Gaw,...

Former Nurse at Houston Methodist Sentenced for Stealing Drugs

Texas Herald News 9/2 6:14A Enrique Garcia

A former nurse at Houston Methodist has been sentenced to 120 days in Harris County Jail, followed by four years of probation, and will surrender her Texas nursing license for life. District Attorney Kim Ogg announced the decision, emphasizing...

51-Year-Old Woman in Spring Pleads Guilty in Wire Fraud Embezzlement Scheme

Texas Herald News 9/2 6:10A Amalia Weigandt

A 51-year-old woman has pleaded guilty in a wire fraud embezzlement case, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced. Sonia Yvonne Rodriguez, who worked as an office manager for a local heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning company for...