Economy
February 20, 2026
Too Many Warehouses: Industrial Expansion Meets Community Resistance in a California Town
Perris residents are pushing back against the proliferation of warehouses as city leaders impose a 10‑month hiatus on new industrial development. "How is it possible that a park is boxed by shipping containers?" asked one resident.
January 2, 2026
Making The Neighborhood: The Future of Hudson Yards
Hudson Yards was once a maze of rail lines, a forgotten industrial area that few New Yorkers bothered to cross. Today, that same stretch gleams with glass towers, luxury shopping and an ambition to redefine urban living.
December 12, 2025
Inside Hugs Cafe: Grand Opening in Dallas
Hugs Cafe has opened a second location near downtown Dallas, with a primary focus on employing adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Inside, staff members and founders share what the restaurant’s opening means to them.
December 8, 2025
Hugs Cafe Expands Dallas Presence, Employing Adults with Disabilities
Hugs Cafe Inc. is a non-profit offering training and employment for adults with intellectual and development disabilities. Through its cafe, greenhouse, and other programs, Hugs Cafe aims to address high unemployment rates for this population. A second cafe location is set to open in Dallas on Dec. 8, 2025. Beyond Hugs Cafe's model, other alternatives include integrated employment, where neurodivergent employees work alongside others in mainstream workplaces.
December 3, 2025
Czech Stop: Half Bakery, Half Gas Station, Halfway Between Dallas and Austin
Halfway between Dallas and Austin on Interstate 35, Czech Stop started as a small-town gas station but expanded into a well-known bakery. Known for its Czech pastries, kolache, Czech Stop attracts both local customers and travelers for a quick pit stop and treat.