Hong Kong is becoming a hub for financial crime, US lawmakers say
Hong Kong has become a center for money laundering and sanctions evasion under the tightening grip of Beijing, US lawmakers have warned, calling for a re-evaluation of America’s close business relationship with the Asian financial hub.
Bank of America is down: Customers report widespread outage
Bank of America customers report having trouble accessing their bank accounts on Wednesday.
Empowering Chicago: Larenz Tate to Inspire at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit
Get ready to be inspired! The Office of the Chicago Treasurer has announced that Larenz Tate—an actor, director, producer, and activist known for his compelling performances and unwavering commitment to community empowerment—will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming *Building …
US bans Navient from servicing federal student loans
A federal regulator said Thursday that it is banning Navient from servicing federal student loans and ordering the company to pay $120 million.
Dow falls by more than 600 points as September turns ugly
Wall Street kicked off the month of September with a bust, after a disappointing economic report dragged down the Dow by 626 points, or 1.5%, Tuesday afternoon.
Viral videos of people stealing money from Chase ATMs were just plain check fraud
A number of viral TikTok videos had some people believing they could get “free” cash from Chase ATMs. But it was just a glitch – and those customers were actually committing fraud, according to the bank.
Wells Fargo employee found dead at her desk days after she last clocked into work, authorities say
A Wells Fargo employee at a corporate office in Arizona clocked in to what would be her last-ever shift on a Friday morning. Her body was found four days later at her cubicle desk, where she died sometime during the …
Celebrating the Hispanic Impact in Houston - A Resounding Success
In the heart of Houston, where cultures blend and opportunities flourish, the 2024 State of Hispanics – Data Summit & Business Expo was a testament to the power and influence of the Hispanic community in the region. Held at the …
Sales at stores are suddenly surging in the US economy’s latest show of strength
The backbone of America’s economy remains solid, despite a slowing job market, elevated interest rates and still-high inflation.
Retailers are tricking consumers into spending more with earlier-than-ever Halloween rollout
The dog days of summer have traditionally been prime time for retailers to stock shelves with folders, lunch boxes and backpacks. But suddenly those items are sharing real estate with skeletons, witches and ghosts.
College financial aid form will be delayed for some students after last year’s botched rollout
Only a limited number of students and families will be able to access the government’s college financial aid form – which they must submit to be eligible for federal loans and grants – on the traditional October 1 launch date.
New TxDOT Campaign to Keep Kids Safe in School Zones as the New School Year Begins
As the back-to-school season approaches, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is launching its new “Be Safe. Drive Smart” Back-to-School campaign this week, urging everyone to stay vigilant and help keep kids safe.
Even wealthy Americans are struggling to make ends meet
About one in three Americans making six-figure salaries are worried about paying their bills, according to a new survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.
Mayor Whitmire Charts Course with FY '25 City of Houston Budget Proposal
Mayor John Whitmire of Houston has unveiled his vision for the city's fiscal year 2025 budget, heralding a bold plan that navigates the complexities of inherited financial deficits while prioritizing operational efficiencies and public safety needs. In a resolute stance, …
Tesla’s Berlin plant shut after arson attack on electricity pylon - far-left group claims responsibility
A group of far-left activists has claimed it was behind an arson attack on a high-voltage electricity pylon Tuesday that cut off the power supply to Tesla’s factory in Germany.
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