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Candidates Perdue, Nunn post strong fundraising showings in 3Q
U.S. Senate Race
Photo of the Week: Coming around to the selfie craze
Photographer Nathan Morgan's photo pick of the week
Texas governor candidates target homeowner insurance companies over high rates
State attorney general Greg Abbott (R) and state Sen. Wendy Davis (D - Fort Worth) clashed over abortion, ethics and education spending during their final debate on Sept. 30. But there was one thing that the two candidates agreed on: the apparent need to curb rising homeowner insurance rates in the Lone Star State. And that has Texas insurance companies worried.
University of Houston to build another multimillion-dollar sports facility
With the paint barely dry on its new football stadium, UH unveiled plans for a $25 million new basketball facility.
Why are high earners leaving Dallas?
Why are high earners leaving Dallas?
Movers and shakers: Why high earners are putting Dallas in the rearview mirror
Why are so many high earners leaving the Dallas area for jobs in other states? One expert says it’s because the Texas job market is no longer the only game in town.
Houston Business Journal reveals 40 Under 40 Honorable Mentions
The overwhelming number of impressive finalists for Houston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2014 prompted the Houston Business Journal to create a list of Honorable Mentions. Prepare to be awed.
Retail/office center sold for $15M
Linton International Plaza in Delray Beach was sold for $15.3 million.
Marriott hotels planned for Woodbury and Maple Grove
TMI Hospitality, which already has 12 Minnesota properties, is planning to build two Residence Inn by Marriott extended stay hotels with full kitchens and work space.
Charter paying your fees; Time to Cater needs your vote: TechFlash 7 things
7 things you need to know in tech this morning.
Allstate Insurance Co. to add new agencies, sales agents in Hawaii, Northwest
Allstate Insurance Co. says it is hiring 166 new agents for its Northwest region, which includes Hawaii.
Pride Parade draws record crowds to St. Pete
Organizers of the annual St. Pete Pride Parade believe they set a record with more than 120,000 people crowding downtown to attend the event on Saturday.
Braves’ parking pitch fails to connect with property owners
The Atlanta Braves cleared a major hurdle last month when Cobb County commissioners green-lighted the team’s new $672 million ballpark.
Shocking: Georgia No. 1 for lightning claims
Peach State residents filed more insurance claims related to lightning damage than anyone else in the country last year, State Farm reported Friday.
Layoffs send mixed message about North Texas' economic prowess
The planned 4,000 jobs from Toyota’s move into Plano and 8,000 jobs from State Farm’s regional headquarters in Richardson are cause for celebration on the employment front, but recently announced layoffs leave the jobs counters scratching their heads.
