The executive spent a decade at Omni Louisville, starting as its first employee. He'll now lead operations for a company that recently invested $30 million in one hotel.

The 1,000-room tower, which is a major increase from an earlier 250-key proposal, is tied to convention center expansion.

Developer and real estate investor Ray Washburne said he plans to build an $80 million, 30-story hotel on land he owns at the old Dallas Morning News ...

The developer said City Hall drama has distracted civic leaders, who need to “step up and engage in conversation for this.” ...