Landlords Hate This Young Black Entrepreneur's App (But Renters Love it!)
23-year old Ofo Ezeugwu is the CEO and co-founder of Whose Your Landlord (WYL), a free service that provides renters with landlord reviews so that they can be better informed about the properties that they want to rent. The web site exposes landlords who try to scam unaware consumers in the marketplace, and also provides community insights and reveals the best available apartment listings.
Jada Pinkett Smith to Receive Icon Award at 2017 HBCU Power Awards
The HBCU Power Awards has announced that actress, singer-songwriter, director, and philanthropist Jada Pinkett Smith will receive the “Icon Award” on the evening of excellence on Friday, October 20, 7PM at Morehouse College in Atlanta.
Chance The Rapper Partners with Lyft to Raise Funds to Support Chicago Public Schools
The ride-share service Lyft announced Tuesday that passengers can now round up their fare to the next dollar and donate the difference to Chance the Rapper’s fund to support Chicago Public Schools. The New Chance Arts and Literature Fund, devoted to creating and expanding Chicago arts education programs, is the first local organization Lyft is supporting through the “round up and donate” feature.
Tilman J. Fertitta New Owner of the Houston Rockets
The NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved Fertitta
The Houston Rockets announced today that Tilman J. Fertitta has officially closed on his purchase of the NBA Houston Rockets and Clutch City Sports and Entertainment. The NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved Fertitta to join the ranks of an NBA owner yesterday, setting the stage for the commencement of the Fertitta era.
Alibaba Is Investing $15 Billion In Global Tech Research
China's Alibaba is pumping $15 billion into a global network of research labs aimed at challenging Silicon Valley's dominance in future technology.
'Asking for it': Donna Karan Slammed for Weinstein Comments
Designer Donna Karan has apologized for the remarks she made about women in the wake of a sexual harassment scandal that has dogged Hollywood power player Harvey Weinstein.
Disney's Tiffany Thornton Defends Remarrying Two Years After Husband Died
A former Disney Channel star has struck back at online commenters who are questioning her new marriage less than two years after her first husband died.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Angelina Jolie Accuse Weinstein of Harassment
Paltrow said she was 22 years old when Weinstein hired her to play the lead in his adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel "Emma."
Matt Damon 'sick to my stomach' Over Weinstein Allegations
Matt Damon, a frequent collaborator of dethroned movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, has broken his silence on the allegations of sexual harassment and assault facing the man who gave him his break in Hollywood.
Harvey Weinstein's Wife Announces She Is Leaving Him
As allegations of rape, abuse, and other forms of sexual misconduct against him mount, Harvey Weinstein's wife of a decade has announced she's leaving him.
Trump May Trade Twitter Spats for Tax Push ... for Now
In Washington, President Donald Trump is often his own worst enemy. He rarely misses a chance to berate elite Republicans in Congress for failing to enact his ambitious agenda. Yet his tweeted tantrums and fierce character attacks -- often targeting his own team -- directly undermine his chances of building a Capitol Hill coalition to get things done.
5 Things for October 11: California wildfires, Harvey Weinstein, Catalonia
The US men's soccer team won't be in the World Cup next year. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Governor Abbott Meets With Local Officials In Hurricane Affected Cities
Governor Greg Abbott today continued his tour of Harvey affected cities, traveling to five impacted communities along the Texas coast. During his visit, the Governor, along with Commission to Rebuild Texas Commissioner John Sharp, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Commissioner George P. Bush met with local leaders in these areas including Mayors, Legislators, County Judges, and other officials. During the meetings, the Governor discussed ways that the state can assist in the ongoing recovery efforts and their continued commitment to helping Texans rebuild.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Working on Getting Disaster Food Stamps Program Reopened
Jackson Lee: “Hurricane Harvey survivors should not wait any longer for additional hurricane relief, especially when federal and state governments are prepared to cooperate.”
Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas Commission On Fire Protection
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Mike Jones and appointed Bob D. Morgan, Mala Sharma, and J.P. Steelman to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. The Commission develops and enforces statewide fire service standards and provides education and assistance to the industry.
Discovery Green Hosts Scream On the Green On Oct. 27
On Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, from 6 to 10 p.m., Discovery Green hosts Scream on the Green®, the park’s free annual Halloween celebration. The event features a costume contest for all ages (and dogs!), live music and game zone presented by Xfinity.
More Than 5,000 Wells Fargo ATMs Launch NFC-Enabled Mobile Wallet Capability
Wells Fargo debit card customers can now use “tap and pay” functionality to access more than 40% of Wells Fargo ATMs
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) announced today that debit card customers have another way to use the company’s ATMs without their card -- “tap and pay” near-field communication (NFC) functionality that is launching at more than 5,000 ATMs across the country.
How to Help Las Vegas Shooting Victims
There are several ways you can donate to victims of Sunday night's mass shooting in Las Vegas, where 58 people were killed and hundreds were injured when a gunman opened fire on concertgoers at a country music festival.
Trump's Grievance With the NFL Goes Way Back
President Trump took a shot Tuesday at the NFL's tax breaks. What he didn't say is he has had a long-running grievance with America's most popular sport.
Woman In Dove Ad Says Company Should Have Defended Its Vision
A woman featured in a controversial Dove ad says the spot is being misinterpreted. Lola Ogunyemi, a black woman, wrote Tuesday in the Guardian that she agreed with the company's decision to apologize for its ad, which was seen by many as racially insensitive.
