New York governor calls for criminal charges in beating death of Robert Brooks after autopsy rules it a homicide
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has called for criminal charges to be filed and arrests to be made after an autopsy report determined Black inmate Robert Brooks’ fatal beating at the hands of correctional officers in December to be a homicide.
Salon owner works to educate the community on race-based hair discrimination
If you’re lucky, you’ll find a job that you love, one that doesn’t feel like a job at all.
Starbucks baristas are already complaining about doodling on your cups
Kermit the Frog. Coffee puns like “thanks a latte” and “a matcha made in heaven.” Drawings of dogs, cats, birds and bees.
What to expect in Friday’s jobs report
If the pundits proved right, the US labor market was supposed to have broken down by now. It wasn’t supposed to survive the Federal Reserve’s historic and aggressive rate-hiking campaign to reel in high inflation.
Attention federal employees: It may be hard to get a private sector job right now
Federal workers have a big decision to make on Thursday. That’s the deadline for accepting the Trump administration’s deferred resignation offer, which will allow them to quit their federal job while still being paid through September. The administration is prodding federal workers to shift to the private sector for the next stage of their careers.
Allstate expects $1.1 billion loss from California fires
Allstate Insurance says it will pay out $1.1 billion in claims caused by the wildfires that swept through Southern California in January. While the expected payout is significant, Allstate said Wednesday it was able to limit its losses partly by pulling back from the California market. Many insurers, including Allstate, have been canceling homeowners’ policies in many areas of California due to growing threat of wildfires — leaving many homeowners with more expensive and often limited alternatives, or with no insurance coverage at all.
A Legacy of Care: Nixon Home Care Marks 25 Years of Excellence Celebration
Celebrating 25 Years of Compassionate Care and Community Impact, Nixon Home Care Looks to the Future with New Housing Initiatives. Nixon Home Care, a trusted leader in accessible care for our vulnerable population, is celebrating 25 years of service with a special Anniversary Brunch on February 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Junior League of Houston. This event will bring together community leaders, partners, and supporters to reflect on Nixon’s impact, share powerful stories, and unveil future initiatives aimed at expanding care services.
Sipping PositiviTEA Presents The Annual Walk With Jacque: Promoting Heart Health & Breast Cancer Awareness
Join Us for the Annual Walk with Jacque! Sipping PositiviTEA proudly presents the Annual Walk with Jacque, a meaningful event dedicated to promoting heart health and breast cancer awareness. Lace up your sneakers, walk with purpose, and support a cause that uplifts and empowers our community.
Campus Chronicles - February 6-12. 2025
Fort Bend ISD is celebrating the achievements of three exceptional students who have demonstrated their spelling prowess and earned the opportunity to compete at the next level.
Francis Page Jr. Reviews Keystone’s Must-Try Dining Spot: Bighorn Bar & Bistro – A Culinary Gem for NBS Summit Attendees
When it comes to NBS Summit travel, every detail counts—the slopes, the culture, the après-ski, and of course, the dining. That’s why, on a pre-NBS Summit press trip in December 2024, Francis Page, Jr., Editor of Houston Style Magazine, took the opportunity to personally review and experience Keystone Resort’s standout culinary hotspot—Bighorn Bar & Bistro.
Migrant flight heads to Guantanamo Bay as legal questions swirl around Trump plans
As tents went up in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to hold migrants, attorneys at the Department of Homeland Security and Pentagon were still trying to determine whether it was legal to take the unprecedented step of flying migrants from the US southern border to the facility, according to two US officials and a person familiar with the planning.
Investigators seek clues in deadly aircraft collision as divers return to frigid river to recover wreckage and remains
Crews working at the site of the deadliest aviation disaster in a generation are balancing two important missions: extracting parts of two aircraft that collided and fell into the Potomac River in Washington, DC, and searching for remains of victims within the wreckage, which is the searchers’ priority.
Kim Kardashian’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ mixup caused Adrien Brody’s Instagram to go ‘crazy’
Adrien Brody’s Instagram recently got a major surge in activity, all thanks to Kim Kardashian. “The Brutalist” actor recounted to late night host Jimmy Fallon on Monday’s episode of “The Tonight Show” how Kardashian mixed him up with Adam Brody in a message on her Instagram story last month raving about the Netflix series “Nobody Wants This.”
FBI turns over details of 5,000 employees who worked on January 6 cases to Trump Justice Department, as agents sue
FBI officials have complied with demands to provide the Justice Department with details of thousands of employees who worked on investigations related to the January 6, 2021, US Capitol riot, according to people familiar with the situation.
Multiple people killed in ‘worst mass shooting in Swedish history,’ authorities say
Police said “around 10 people” were killed at a school on Tuesday, in what has been described as the worst mass shooting in Sweden’s history. The suspected perpetrator is among the dead.
TrueEQ: The Emotionally Intelligent Social Network Revolutionizing Connections
A New Era of Meaningful Relationships
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, social media often fosters superficial interactions rather than genuine human connections. But what if there were a platform designed to nurture deeper relationships rooted in emotional intelligence? Enter TrueEQ, the innovative social networking site transforming how we connect with others—just in time for those seeking more meaningful relationships this holiday season and beyond.
Senator Borris L. Miles: A Fierce Fighter for Texas Senate District 13
Texas State Senator Borris L. Miles is more than just a lawmaker—he’s a fighter, a protector, and a relentless voice for the nearly one million residents of Senate District 13 (SD13). From the historic Third Ward and Sunnyside to North Harris County and Fort Bend, Miles stands as a bulwark against policies that threaten the well-being of the diverse communities he represents. And make no mistake—he’s not backing down.
Whitestone Developments Introduces Sunbury Homes: Redefining Accessible Luxury in Settegast
Experience a New Era of Sustainable, Modern Living at an Unmatched Value on February 15th.
BMW’s Motorsport Legacy: How Racing Cemented the Brand as ‘The Ultimate Driving Machine’
In the world of automotive marketing, few strategies have been as bold—or as effective—as BMW’s venture into motorsport in the 1970s. With advertising restrictions in the U.S. due to legal disputes, BMW executives, led by visionary Bob Lutz, saw an opportunity to showcase their cars' capabilities on the track rather than on billboards. The result? A motorsport legacy that would redefine the brand and carve its name into racing history.
Fall in Love with the Future of Luxury: The Lucid Air Experience
Imagine stepping into a vehicle that doesn’t just get you from point A to point B but transports you into the future of luxury driving. That’s the magic of the Lucid Air, an electric vehicle (EV) that seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology, unmatched performance, and sustainable innovation into a breathtaking masterpiece.
