Author: Sofia Gonzalez

Spring Branch Independent School District announced Phase III of general fund reductions to address an expected budget deficit of $35 million for the 2024-25 academic school year.

Houston Christian University will soon begin to offer a new Master of Science in Leadership program as part of its growth efforts.

Houston-based Clutch City Cluckers, known for its Nashville-inspired hot chicken, is expanding its local footprint beyond food trucks. The company’s new brick-and-mortar location will be its first in the U.S.

Pearland Independent School District’s board of trustees approved putting a $105 million bond proposal on the May 4 ballot.

LifeGift’s new headquarter expansion, which the organization debuted Feb. 14, will help expand organ, eye and tissue donation services, as well as outreach and education in the community.

Prairie View A&M University has cut the ribbon on its new Blackstone LaunchPad center, which aims to help prepare students for the Texas job market.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is adding to his list of changes in 2024 with the appointment of Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock as board chair of the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, commonly known as Houston Metro.

Travelers flying through Hobby Airport have a new number of restaurants to choose from, now including The Spot. Velvet Taco will open later this week.

The Greater Houston Partnership’s three main focus areas this year will be on public education, workforce development and mental health, 2024 board Chair Eric Mullins said during the GHP’s 2024 Annual Meeting.

Rice University is planning some big tuition increases, but not all students will be affected equally.