How HCA Healthcare is addressing Houston's critical nursing shortage

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 7:00P HCA Houston Healthcare

With record-setting population growth in our local communities, the national nursing shortage is a concern that Houston cannot ignore. With fewer nursing school enrollments, more nurses reaching retirement age and caregiver burnout fueling the...

Rice University starts construction of 75,000-square-foot student hub (RENDERINGS)

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 11:16A Janet Miranda

Rice University started construction of its brand new student hub. The addition is expected to be part of a larger three-building complex focused on student life.

BioWell taking over operations at Texas Biotechnology plant in Richmond, plans startup incubation

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 9:50A Jishnu Nair

The nonprofit incubator said it will take over the 33,000-square-foot building in Richmond, which also possesses manufacturing capability.

McGrath Real Estate Partners unveils apartment community with entertainment stage near the Heights...

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 9:42A Jeff Jeffrey

The apartment community opened its doors with 57% of its units already leased.

How tariffs impact the rising star of TikTok-famous Mr. Tai’s Chili Garlic Flakes

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 8:45A Janet Miranda

This family venture grew from a small operation aimed at creating a healthier alternative to a traditional Vietnamese spicy sauce into a TikTok sensation. The viral business was experiencing exponential growth going from gas stations to retail...

APA continues to divest Permian Basin assets with another $608 million deal

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 7:32A Naomi Klinge

After more than $1.6 billion in divestments in the past year, the parent company of Apache is adding another $608 million deal to the list.

Houston Business Journal reveals 2025 40 Under 40 honorees

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 7:00A Wyatt Loy

Each person in this year's cohort has truly gone above and beyond.

Fort Bend ISD proposes $31.65M contract to address up to 130 vacant bus routes

Community Impact (Sugar Land - Missouri City) 5/8 6:51A

The contract is expected to improve on-time arrivals and allow internal transportation staff to return to core duties such as training and maintenance, as the district has struggled to fully staff their routes, Chief Operations Officer Damian...

KBR CEO says no direct tariff or DOGE impacts in Q1, previews defense opportunities in proposed...

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 3:01A Jishnu Nair

During the company's Q1 earnings calls, CEO Stuart Bradie also previewed some opportunities KBR is evaluating in a proposed $1 trillion defense budget.

ConocoPhillips CFO to retire after nearly 40 years with company, successor named

Houston Biz Journal 5/8 2:48A Olivia Pulsinelli

Also on May 8, ConocoPhillips released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025.

Space City Weather meteorologist helps CenterPoint roll out new emergency tools

Houston Biz Journal 5/7 11:00P Naomi Klinge

A familiar face in Houston's weather community is using his new role to help the city prepare for hurricane season.

Fort Bend ISD administrators propose 1-time property tax rate increase to cull $34.6M shortfall

Community Impact (Sugar Land - Missouri City) 5/7 10:19A

A one-year temporary property tax increase could generate up to $35.1 million for FY 2025–26 to support staff retention bonuses and a 90-day reserve, while most FBISD taxpayers would still see a net tax bill decrease if two bills pass in the 89th...

Former Sears at Deerbrook Mall to become 150,000-square-foot entertainment complex

Houston Biz Journal 5/7 2:35A Florian Martin

The new concept will breathe new life into part of the popular mall north of Houston.

264-unit apartment complex to start construction in northwest Houston area

Houston Biz Journal 5/6 11:00P Janet Miranda

The project promises to bring much-needed low-cost housing to the unincorporated area in Harris County.

Real ID enforcement begins this week. How will it affect air travel?

Houston Biz Journal 5/6 8:58A Janet Miranda

Air travelers without a Real ID might be waiting an extra two hours to get through security, according to TSA.