Jul 4, 2026 | 11:00 am
Editor’s note: It’s time to catch up on the top Houston news of the week, from exciting restaurant openings to the best places to work. Read on for our most popular stories, then visit this complete guide to 4th of July fireworks and fun.
1. Beard-recognized Houston chef serves up fresh concept in Midtown high-rise. One of Houston’s most acclaimed hospitality groups has opened a new wellness-focused concept in a Midtown high-rise. The Branch is the latest concept from Lucille’s Hospitality Group.
2. 24 Houston companies declared best places to work by U.S. News. A new ranking of the best employers has named 95 Texas companies among the best places to work in the South, and two dozen of them are based here in the Houston metro…