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Young boy sells custom pens to help buy supplies for Ohio animal shelter

BUTLER COUNTY, Ohio (WLWT) -- A little boy from Colerain Township is making a big difference. He donated hundreds of dollars to a local animal shelter, using money he raised by making and selling pens.

Chuck E. Cheese is opening arcades for adults

Chuck E. Cheese isn’t just for the kids anymore. The arcade chain is opening a spin-off aimed at adults, called “Chuck’s Arcade,” which the company describes as a “modern-day love letter to the games and people who made Chuck E. …

Tesla reports record sales plunge from last year

Tesla reported another record sales plunge Wednesday, as brand damage from CEO Elon Musk’s political activities and increased competition continued to batter the once fast-growing electric car maker.

Microsoft to lay off around 9,000 workers in its largest cuts since 2023

Microsoft is laying off thousands of employees, its third round of cuts in recent months, the company confirmed on Wednesday.

A plea deal is set to keep Bryan Kohberger locked up for life. Families of the Idaho victims have a range of emotions

The grieving family of 21-year-old Kaylee Goncalves spent weeks waiting for an arrest in her killing. Since then, they and relatives of the three other University of Idaho students fatally stabbed on a late 2022 night in their off-campus home …

Houston HCD Rolls Out Millions in Housing Support & Launches Powerful Resource Fair to Uplift Residents

For many Houstonians, the dream of homeownership or restoring a cherished family home damaged by disaster often feels just out of reach. But thanks to bold new initiatives from the City of Houston’s Housing and Community Development Department (HCD), help …

Start at Home: Why Owning Property in Houston Is the Ultimate Flex

Let’s be honest, Houston knows how to live. From brunches in The Heights to shopping sprees in The Galleria, we treat ourselves and our weekends like royalty. But when it comes to making big money moves that actually build our …

This Independence Day, Remember Fighting Back is America’s Great Tradition

I told my son recently that we’re descendants of the youngest combatant in the battle of Lexington and Concord. Our ancestor’s teenage ears were among the first to hear “the shot heard ‘round the world.”

Harvard Report, State of the Nation’s Housing 2025: Black homeownership gains have halted since 2023 Only 1 in 7 renters can afford to buy a home

For the first time in 30 years, rising home prices and interest rates have translated into a drop in existing home sales and worsening affordability challenges for middle class families.

Christian Menefee’s Congressional Campaign Surges Past $970K—Fueled by the People!

The momentum is real and the message is resonating! Since launching his campaign for Texas' 18th Congressional District on March 17, Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee has raised an incredible $970,000+—powered by a grassroots army of 12,568 individual donors! 🌱💪🏽

🔥 Justice Prevails in Baytown! 🔥

In a monumental win for environmental justice and community health, the United States Supreme Court has officially rejected ExxonMobil’s appeal, letting stand a record-breaking $14.25 million judgment for years of illegal air pollution at its Baytown refinery and chemical complex. …

🚨 Big News from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation! 🚨

After decades of groundbreaking leadership and community empowerment at 1720 Massachusetts Ave., NW, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) is officially on the move—and stepping boldly into a new era! 🏛️➡️✨

📣 A Historic First for TDCJ: Chaplain Billy Holmes Appointed as First-Ever Staff Chaplain! 🙌🏽💼🙏🏾

In a landmark move to elevate staff wellness and spiritual support, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has officially named Chaplain Billy Holmes as its first-ever Staff Chaplain, effective July 1, 2025. This trailblazing role is part of TDCJ’s …

The Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs case shows ‘trialtainment’ has evolved in the post-OJ Simpson era

Salacious details, discussion of domestic violence and a Black male celebrity who for decades had a strong base of supporters.

Three wild months on Wall Street: Stocks hit record highs, dollar stumbles to historic lows

US stocks gained on Monday, capping off a strong month and a remarkable second quarter for Wall Street. The Dow closed higher by 276 points, or 0.63%. The broader S&P 500 rose 0.52% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite gained 0.47%.