La Porte man faces multiple sex charges after police say they found child pornography on his phone

abc13.com (News) 5/8 9:26P KTRK

Police were searching the man's phone for evidence tied to a robbery case when they say they found child pornography. They say the victims are local boys, and they fear there could be more victims.

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.

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.

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.

Houston software company Pros Holding names new CEO to succeed longtime leader

Houston Biz Journal 5/6 7:34A Chandler France

The new executive will replace Pros Holdings’ longtime CEO, who first began in his role in 2010.

Exxon begins multimillion-dollar projects for research consolidation in Spring headquarters

Houston Biz Journal 5/6 7:30A Naomi Klinge

Exxon Mobil's Spring headquarters is undergoing a transformation, with multiple projects in the works to accommodate the company's new integrated research center.