Ground beef prices hit record $6.69/lb as US cattle inventory declines, prompting White House to increase beef imports while Americans face tough choices at the grocery store.
Breakthrough: Texas company Element3 extracts battery-grade lithium from oil wastewater, marking first U.S. commercial production in 50+ years with potential to supply 5M EVs annually.
Seattle's housing market shifts as inventory surges 32.4% in January 2026, with tech layoffs contributing to longer selling times and potential buyer advantages in formerly competitive markets.
Treasury launches RFI on "Known Investor Program" to expedite foreign investment reviews while maintaining national security scrutiny, seeking stakeholder input until March 2026.
Abbott's revolutionary Volt PFA System shows 84% success against atrial fibrillation, with FDA approval and dramatic quality-of-life improvements offering new hope for millions of AFib patients.
Discover Fort Worth's ambitious $606 million convention center expansion, featuring Texas-inspired design elements and increased capacity to rival major destinations by 2030.
Minute Maid discontinuing all frozen juice concentrates by 2026 after nearly 80 years, as Coca-Cola shifts focus to ready-to-drink options that better match evolving consumer preferences.
Lowe's enhances their Kids Club with digital badges, free treats, and member-only events, helping families track DIY projects while building the next generation of home improvers.
Amazon's drone delivery program faces scrutiny after two Texas incidents—a drone striking an internet cable in Waco and another crashing into a Richardson apartment complex, raising safety concerns.
Texas faces legal challenge as sustainable businesses sue over anti-ESG law SB 13, arguing it violates constitutional rights by punishing companies with climate goals and forcing financial giants to exit the market.
