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The first boats carrying Chinese goods with 145% tariffs are arriving in LA. Shipments are cut in half. Expect shortages soon

American consumers are on the cusp of tough choices because of President Donald Trump’s trade war.

H-E-B Honors Texas Educators with $480,000 in Grants—Houston Shines in a Celebration of Dedication and Excellence

In true Texas-sized fashion, H-E-B once again proved why it's more than just a grocery giant—it’s a cornerstone of community upliftment. On Sunday, May 4, in the heart of Downtown Austin, the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards lit up …

From Pews to Power: Houston-Born Tech Startup ChurchSpace Relocates to Detroit After $1.2M Raise,

In a transformative leap for both faith-based innovation and Black tech leadership, ChurchSpace, the Houston-born startup often dubbed the "Airbnb for churches," has announced the relocation of its headquarters to Detroit following a $1.2 million funding raise. Co-founded by Krystal …

Supporting Houston's Vulnerable Communities With Life-Saving Generator Giveaway Ahead Of Hurricane Season

With hurricane season approaching next month, the urgency to prepare our most vulnerable residents has never been greater. I’m excited to share that Whitestone Developments/ Empower CDC in partnership with EcoFlow and The Restoration Team have partnered to host: the …

Honoring Her Legacy: San Antonio’s Influential Women On The Move Awards Brunch

As the final applause echoed through the room, one message rang clear: these women are not just on the move—they are leading the way in their respective industries. The Influential Women on the Move Awards Brunch wasn’t just a celebration; …

Subway keeps shrinking

Subway’s footprint in the United States has shrunk again, falling below 20,000 for the first time in two decades.

New proposed law would require Apple and Google to verify your age before letting you into their app stores

A pair of Republican lawmakers are set to propose a new law that would require app stores to verify the ages of all users and share that information with app developers, following a similar state law that was signed in …

McDonald’s just had its worst quarter since Covid. It said customers are getting nervous

McDonald’s sales dropped in the beginning of the year, marking the second consecutive quarter of declines as customers pull back their spending amid economic uncertainty.

US job growth hasn’t been this slow since Covid. Trump’s policies could chill it further

It all comes down to the job market. President Donald Trump’s drastic policy moves, and the twists and turns that have come alongside them, have made economic forecasting a squirrely endeavor.

GM CEO Mary Barra: Tariffs will cost us $5 billion, and prices ‘will stay at the same level’

The Trump administration’s tariffs on imported cars and auto parts will cost General Motors between $4 billion and $5 billion this year. But in an interview on CNN, CEO Mary Barra said the company doesn’t necessarily expect to pass those …

Kohl’s just fired its brand new CEO for unethical behavior

Kohl’s has fired its newly installed CEO, who has spent less than five months in the position, after the retailer found that Ashley Buchanan engaged in unethical behavior.

TMCO’s 25th Anniversary: "From Darkness to Light" Concert Lights Up Houston – May 10th at Hobby Center!

A symphony of resilience, passion, and hope is about to unfold. This May, the Texas Medical Center Orchestra (TMCO) — one of the most unique orchestras in the world — invites Houstonians to celebrate a magnificent milestone: 25 years of …

Jack in the Box to Close Dozens of Locations Amid Financial Struggles

Jack in the Box plans to close approximately 10% of its locations and is exploring a sale of its Del Taco brand amid a broader overhaul of the fast food chain that is struggling as customers cut back on spending.

Motorola’s iconic flip phone gets an AI reboot

Motorola on Thursday debuted new versions of its Razr flip phone with artificial intelligence-powered features from its own AI technology as well as that of several companies, including Perplexity, Meta and Microsoft and Google.

Michael B. Jordan’s 'Sinners' Redefines Horror Cinema While Honoring Chadwick Boseman's Legacy

In a cinematic landscape often dominated by sequels and reboots, Michael B. Jordan and director Ryan Coogler's latest collaboration, Sinners, emerges as a groundbreaking original work that intertwines Southern Gothic horror with profound cultural commentary. The film not only captivates …