NFL Awards $50K To 3 Startups To Develop Safety Technology
With player safety under the microscope, the NFL and the Texas Medical Center held a competition Saturday for startups making innovative products geared toward improving the game.
L.A. Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Takes Consulting Position with Former Team to Advise Ownership
In his first public comments since being hired as an advisor to Lakers governor and co-owner Jeanie Buss, Magic Johnson tread softly about the Lakers executive of whom he has been most critical through the years. His role, he said, …
Income Level for Latinos in California is Rising According to New Study
According to a new study by the NCLR, median incomes for Latinos in California went up more than $5,000 annually, and the poverty level dropped 2.4 percentage points. The number of businesses owned by Latinos in California increased by 43.9 …
Black Female Barber Makes the Right Cut in Male Dominated Industry
Hoping to pave the way for women in the male grooming industry, Catherine “Cat” Wilson is pleased with the success of her new barbershop in Vicksburg, Miss. Called 61 Cutz. Cat said she hopes to leave a lasting footprint in …
In-n-Out Burger Coming to Houston
A fast food chain with a following like no other is quickly becoming a must-stop dining destination across the state of Texas. According to the Houston Business Journal, In-N-Out Burger is set to close on land in Houston.
13-Year Old Nigerian Entrepreneur Builds Fans That Last Up to 19 Hours Without Electricity
Thirteen-year-old Ukoma Michael from Nigeria is one of the youngest and best upcoming tech entrepreneurs in the world. He invented a battery-operated fan that will last for up to 19 hours.
2016 Liftoff Houston Business Plan Competition Winners Announced!
The City of Houston and Capital One Bank hosted its the fourth year of the Liftoff Houston Business Plan Competition: a program that launches new businesses today, for a better Houston tomorrow! The Liftoff Houston Business Plan Competition is designed …
PepsiCo and Walmart Partner to Help the Homeless with $100,000 Contribution to Star of Hope Mission
Leveraging the momentum around Super Bowl LI, PepsiCo and Walmart have teamed up to make a positive impact on the Houston community. On Tuesday, January 31st, Mayor Sylvester Turner and Brian Cushing of the Houston Texans, presented a $100,000 check …
Budweiser Is Accidentally Political In Super Bowl Ad
All-American beer company Budweiser is famous for classic, tear-jerking Super Bowl commercials with golden retrievers and Clydesdales.
Big Changes In Trump's Cybersecurity Executive Order
An executive order awaiting President Trump's signature is aimed at improving nation's hacker defenses -- including a plan to have the U.S. military review what kids are learning about cybersecurity in school.
Security Tight Ahead Of Super Bowl LI
For the next five days, the eyes of the world will be on Houston as thousands of uniformed officers from multiple agencies keep the city secure for the Super Bowl.
H-E-B 2017 Super Bowl Commercial Launches Primo Picks Video Showdown
Do you go to great lengths to shake up your H-E-B Shake Rattle and Bowl salad? Do you get bent out of shape without your H-E-B Café Ole? Does your dog do tricks for H-E-B Texas Pet treats? In the …
Cocaine Stash Found In American Airlines Plane's Nose
Seven bricks of cocaine with a street value of at least $200,000 were discovered in the nose of an American Airlines plane that flew from Colombia to Oklahoma, Tulsa County Sheriff's Office said in a statement.
We Now Know The Nintendo Switch Specs
Despite the fact that it’s now had two dedicated events there are still plenty of questions being asked about the Nintendo Switch. Fortunately, many of those questions now have some answers thanks to a new specifications section on the Nintendo …
Boy Scouts Open Membership To Transgender Boys
The Boy Scouts of America says it will begin accepting members based on their gender identity, opening the door for transgender boys to join.
