These 2022 restaurant openings made a splash on Houston's dining scene

Plus: Data shows which crimes were most common in Houston in 2022, and which are on the rise ‌‌

View in browser Afternoon Report Dec. 19, 2022 END OF YEAR SALE: 6 MONTHS FOR 99¢! Start 2023 as a digital subscriber. Subscribe Today. Top Stories   I-45 expansion back on as Houston leaders announce compromise for $10B construction project The bottleneck of design differences that has divided officials about remaking Interstate 45 north of downtown Houston is easing, officials said Monday, clearing the way for construction on the $10 billion project in less than two years.   These 2022 restaurant openings made a splash on Houston's dining scene It was a banner year for Houston restaurants with major openings, brand expansions, out-of-town concepts taking up home in the city and lending flavor to the culinary melting pot.   Gov. Greg Abbott warns of 'total chaos' at Texas border if Title 42 is lifted this week Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo, is also raising alarms. He called on Biden to implement a policy that requires asylum seekers to go through the international bridges to request protection or be sent back to Mexico.   Data shows which crimes were most common in Houston in 2022, and which are on the rise We looked at Houston Police Department data from 2022 and before to find out which crimes were most common, and which were trending upward.   Family to demand Harris County Jail reforms after autopsy shows son's death was a homicide The family of a man who died in the Harris County Jail earlier this year will gather with attorneys and community activists on Monday to discuss a recent finding that their son's death was a homicide.   Visit HoustonChronicle.com Sponsored Content   10 Houston Astros-inspired gifts guaranteed to hit a home run Fans of the World Series champs deserve some champion gifts this year .   15 gifts worth considering from Amazon's curated gift guide There are a ton of places to shop when it comes to holiday presents, but if you want to make a one-stop-shop out of the annual excursion, Amazon just makes sense.   SIGN UP   The 713: Houston in 5 minutes or less Our new weekday email will help you stay connected and updated on Houston news in five minutes or less. SIGN UP               END OF YEAR SALE: 6 MONTHS FOR 99¢! Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications