More than 1 billion barrels of oil have gone missing
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has eased fears of a prolonged energy crisis, but analysts warn the world’s depleted oil reserves could still drive fuel prices higher in the months ahead.
Average US gas price drops below $4 - barely
U.S. gas prices have fallen below $4 a gallon for the first time in months, but experts warn that supply disruptions and tight oil markets could keep fuel costs elevated through the summer.
East End District Offers Affordable Park-and-Ride Option for Houstonians Attending FIFA FanFest and Matches
Houston soccer fans can save money and avoid event-day traffic by parking at the Harrisburg Parking Garage and riding METRO to FIFA FanFest and Houston Stadium for just $1.25 plus discounted parking.
Houston City College Celebrates History-Making VICEROY Scholar Caressa Brown First HCC Student Selected for Prestigious Air Combat Command ENVOY Internship
Houston City College student Caressa Brown is making history as the first HCC scholar selected for the prestigious U.S. Air Force VICEROY ENVOY internship, turning a journey from entrepreneur to cybersecurity professional into a national success story.
Congolese refugee turned fashion designer is dressing Kentucky's governor, NBA stars
A Congolese refugee turned Lexington designer is making waves in high fashion, building a luxury brand that now dresses athletes, entertainers, and even political leaders while aiming to put Kentucky on the global fashion map.
Hustle on and off the court: Brothers launch bin cleaning business to fund basketball camp
Two Arizona brothers are turning dirty trash bins into a pathway toward their NBA dreams, one cleaning job at a time.
Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Score Big for Business, Culture, and Community
As Houston gears up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a new partnership between Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce aims to unite soccer, culture, and economic opportunity while giving local businesses a larger role in the …
ExxonMobil, United Way Support Houston Disaster Resilience Effort with Generator for Fonde Community Center
ExxonMobil and United Way of Greater Houston are funding a backup generator for Houston's Fonde Community Center to strengthen disaster preparedness and ensure the facility remains operational during emergencies.
Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has unveiled new rules aimed at regulating prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, seeking to balance innovation in sports-related trading with safeguards against manipulation in high-risk contracts.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis Urges Houston to Plan Ahead as World Cup Brings the World — and Traffic — to Our Doorstep
As Houston prepares to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Commissioner Rodney Ellis is urging residents to plan ahead, use transit, and help showcase the city’s hospitality during one of the largest events in Houston history.
Federal judge voids Trump’s $100,000 fee requirement for H-1B visas
A federal judge struck down President Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa application fee, ruling that only Congress—not the White House—has the authority to impose such a requirement on skilled-worker immigration programs.
Texas Southern University Takes Flight Again with New Twin-Engine Diamond DA42
Texas Southern University’s aviation program reaches new heights with the arrival of a state-of-the-art Diamond DA42 aircraft, strengthening Houston’s pipeline of future pilots and aerospace professionals.
Houston City College Lands Historic $17 Million Bloomberg Philanthropies Investment to Power Gulf Coast TradeUp Careers
Houston City College will receive a record-breaking $17 million investment from Bloomberg Philanthropies to launch Gulf Coast TradeUp Careers, a workforce initiative aimed at expanding skilled trades training and apprenticeship opportunities across Greater Houston.
Why the World Cup is a ‘make or break’ moment for alcohol
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, major alcohol companies are betting that soccer's biggest stage can revive sales in a U.S. market where drinking has been steadily declining.
Anthropic warns that AI will soon be able to improve itself without human intervention
AI company Anthropic is urging the industry to develop safeguards and emergency “brake pedals” as increasingly powerful AI systems move closer to the ability to improve themselves without human involvement.

