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Walmart agrees to $3.1 billion opioid settlement framework

Walmart agreed to the framework of a $3.1 billion settlement, which resolves allegations from multiple states' attorneys general that the company failed to regulate opioid prescriptions contributing to the nationwide opioid crisis.

John Aniston, 'Days of Our Lives' actor and Jennifer Aniston's father, dead at 89

John Aniston, a veteran actor known for his work on the daytime drama "Days of Our Lives," has died, his daughter, actress Jennifer Aniston, shared on Monday.

Chick-fil-A operator has a winning recipe for employees: three-day workweek

What staffing shortage? One Miami Chick-fil-A owner/operator has been deluged with applications after switching his staff to a three-day, 14-hour workweek.

Adidas scoops up CEO who turned around rival Puma

Adidas has appointed the head of Puma to succeed outgoing CEO Kasper Rorsted, betting on his ability to replicate its crosstown rival's comeback.

Prominent Business Man, Melvyn E. Huckaby II, Passes

wWll-known business man & entrepreneur, native Houstonian, Melvyn Everette Huckaby II has died. He was the son, grandson and great grandson of prominent Houstonians who are pioneers in the healthcare industry.

Puma's outgoing CEO could lead rival Adidas next

Adidas could snap up the boss of crosstown rival Puma to succeed outgoing CEO Kasper Rorsted.

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder exploring the sale of team

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder, who has been accused of fostering a "toxic workplace" in the NFL franchise, is considering a sale of the team.

Wells Fargo’s first Black American Board Foundation Member Shares His Perspective on the Post and Discusses Career Journey

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “There is a saying, do not talk about it, be about it,” said Otis Rolley, now the head of Philanthropy and Community Impact at the bank and president of the Wells Fargo Foundation. Rolley also counts as …

ExxonMobil posts another record profit as oil prices remain high

America's largest oil company ExxonMobil set a profit record for the second-straight quarter as oil and gas prices remained high. No. 2 US oil company Chevron also posted much-better-than-expected results.

Houston Mayor Joins Wells Fargo and FHLB Dallas to Celebrate the Grand Opening of an Affordable Housing Apartment Complex

Representatives from Wells Fargo and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) joined Houston, Texas, Mayor Sylvester Turner and other state and local dignitaries at the grand opening of New Hope Housing Avenue J (Avenue J) apartments. The …

Amazon Spotlights Black-Owned Doll Brand

Founded by mother-daughter duo, Melissa and Esi Orijin, Orijin Bees' Baby Bee Doll collection is now being featured in Amazon’s newly-released Holiday Kids Gift Book and recognized in their "Toys We Love" List for 2022. The collection is available in …

General Motors’ New Energy Ecosystem Will Give Customers Control of Their Energy Needs and Help Mitigate Effects of Power Outages

GM Energy will consist of Ultium Home, Ultium Commercial and Ultium Charge 360, expanding business opportunities to include energy management services and drive growth beyond the core vehicle portfolio GM Energy’s solutions are designed to provide customers with more seamless …

Houston Black Business Owner Awarded GoFundMe Grant

Amongst hundreds of applicants across the U.S., Symantha Onyechi, the owner of Triple O Polish, was recently announced as one of just fourteen recipients to be recognized with a $2,000 grant from GoFundMe’s Black Business Month grant program!

Black Entrepreneurs Day presented by Chase: A Celebration of Black Business Curated by Daymond John Streaming Live From the Apollo Theater, Thursday, Oct. 27

Daymond John, the founder and CEO of FUBU and co-star of ABC's four-time Emmy Award-winning show Shark Tank has announced the third annual Black Entrepreneurs Day presented by Chase. In conjunction with Medium Rare and The Shark Group, Black Entrepreneurs …

TDECU Names Paul Watson as Chief Lending Officer

TDECU is continuing with its dedication to adding top talent to its leadership team by naming Paul Watson, a nearly 30-year veteran in the financial industry, as Chief Lending Officer.