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Streetwear brand Supreme is getting a surprising new owner

Supreme, the trendy streetwear clothier adored by celebrities and cool kids alike, has been sold to an eyewear manufacturer for substantially less than it sold for just four years ago.

Nasdaq has worst day since 2022 as tech stocks get slammed

Tech shares slumped Wednesday as investors shed the behemoths that fueled Wall Street’s monster stock rally this year.

Chicago gas prices could soar after tornado narrowly misses refinery

Gas prices could soon soar across the Chicago metropolitan area after a tornado narrowly missed a major ExxonMobil refinery outside of Chicago Monday night, knocking out power to the facility.

Amazon Prime Day ‘major cause of injuries’ for workers, Senate finds

Amazon’s warehouses are especially dangerous for workers during the company’s annual Prime Day event, as well as the holiday season, according to an investigation by the US Senate.

Biden announces additional $1.2 billion in student debt relief for 35,000 public-sector workers

President Joe Biden announced another round of student loan debt forgiveness Thursday, totaling $1.2 billion for 35,000 public-sector workers including teachers, nurses and firefighters.

University of Houston-Downtown Elevates Wind Energy Industry with Innovative Online Certificate Program

The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is making significant strides in the renewable energy sector with the launch of its Wind Turbine Technician Certificate Program. This cutting-edge program is designed to meet the global demand for skilled technicians capable of servicing, …

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston to Host Annual 2024 Tapestry Gala

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston (IM) proudly announces its annual Tapestry Gala, set for Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Hilton Americas – Houston. This prestigious event will celebrate the power of dialogue, collaboration, and service, showcasing …

Gov. Lujan Grisham addresses bills targeting homeless population

New Mexico is only days away from the start of the special legislative session that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham called to address crime.

Hyundai and Children's Hospital Los Angeles Strengthen Partnership for Child Passenger and Pedestrian Safety

Hyundai Motor America has reinforced its commitment to child passenger and pedestrian safety with a significant $100,000 donation to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). This contribution, part of Hyundai’s corporate social responsibility initiative, Hyundai Hope, will bolster CHLA’s Injury Prevention …

Experience the Grand Opening of MOCA 4212 Lounge: Houston's New Upscale Indoor/Outdoor Southern Soul Retreat!

Get ready to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind experience as MOCA 4212 Lounge prepares to launch its grand opening weekend from July 18th to 21st, with the red carpet event slated for Saturday, July 20th from 6-8pm. Nestled on the …

It’s not just you. Here’s where this summer really has been the worst

Heat is normal during the summer, but this year’s has been anything but, and halfway through the season’s hottest month it’s clear this one is for the record books.

Over 70 arbitrary detentions reported days into campaigning for Venezuela election, NGO says

Seventy-one “arbitrary detentions” have been reported within days of the start of campaigning for Venezuela’s presidential election, according to a human rights NGO.

Risk of Illinois dam breach is under control after once-in-a-century rainfall, officials say

After water overtopped a reservoir dam and forced residents of a small Illinois city to evacuate Tuesday morning amid fears the structure could rupture, local officials now say the situation is under control.

Flood emergency hits Arkansas after months of rain falls in a few hours

Dangerous flash flooding unfolded in Arkansas and Missouri after months of rain fell in just a few hours Wednesday morning.

Flood emergency hits Arkansas after months of rain falls in a few hours

Dangerous flash flooding unfolded in Arkansas and Missouri after months of rain fell in just a few hours Wednesday morning.