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Rite Aid stock is experiencing extreme turbulence: Here’s why
Shares of Rite Aid were slightly lower Monday after soaring more than 20% higher in morning trading.
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4 injured when a fire rescue helicopter crashes in Pompano Beach, Florida
A Broward County, Florida, sheriff’s fire rescue helicopter crashed Monday morning, sending four people to the hospital, including two crew members and two people from an apartment complex where it came down, authorities said.
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Biden traveling to Vietnam following G-20 summit next month
President Joe Biden will travel to Hanoi, Vietnam, on September 10 following the Group of 20 summit in India to meet with General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and other leaders, according to the White House.
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Sixty years after the March on Washington, attendees renew the call for King’s ‘dream’
It’s been 60 years since the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, but Fatima Cortez Todd says she still remembers the sense of unity she felt standing on the National Mall that day.
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Houston native conducts maintenance aboard USS Nimitz
U.S. Navy sailors serve and protect from around the globe, and every sailor got their start somewhere.
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PACIFIC OCEAN 08.21.2023 Photo by Seaman Tomas Valdes USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Idaly Lobo, from Houston, conducts maintenance on an upper stage …
Published on August 25, 2023
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Michael Heckman, Houston First Corp. Statement on RNC's selection of Houston as 2028 host city
Statement Attributable to Michael Heckman, President and CEO, Houston First Corporation
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Michael Heckman, president & CEO Houston First Corp._Photo Courtesy of Houston First Corp.
Published on August 25, 2023
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Wells Fargo overcharged nearly 11,000 investment accounts with advisory fees, SEC alleges
For years, Wells Fargo overcharged almost 11,000 investment advisory accounts about $27 million in fees, federal regulators alleged on Friday.
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‘I will not resign,’ says defiant Spanish soccer boss Luis Rubiales following week of fierce criticism for unwanted kiss on star player
Spanish soccer chief Luis Rubiales has refused to resign from his position as Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president following a week of fierce criticism after video showed him placing an unwanted kiss on a star player of Spain’s winning Women’s World Cup team.
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Explosion likely brought down aircraft purportedly carrying Wagner boss, flight data and video analysis suggest
There is a puff of white and then a plane can be seen falling, a trail of smoke or vapor stretching behind it, descending rapidly against a bright blue sky. The person filming the video zooms in as the aircraft spirals downwards out of control, revealing that it is missing a wing.
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White House defends response to asylum seeker influx following criticism from New York governor
The White House defended its response to the asylum seeker influx facing New York Friday, arguing that without congressional action, the administration is limited in what it can do, following a letter from New York Gov. Kathy Hochul urging more action.
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Republican Party officials have selected Houston to host their party’s 2028 presidential convention, approving the location during a closed meeting on August 25. Mandatory Credit: …
Published on August 25, 2023
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RNC announces 2028 convention to be held in Houston
Republican Party officials have selected Houston to host their party’s 2028 presidential convention, approving the location during a closed meeting on Friday.
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Some Iowa voters shift favorites after GOP debate, while Ramaswamy stokes a divide
Betsy Sarcone is nowhere near done looking for a presidential candidate, but the first Republican primary debate did reorder her shopping list some.
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FACTS ARE FACTS: The Dynamic Influence of the Hispanic Community in Houston and a Glimpse into the Upcoming HHCC - DATA SUMMIT at The Federal Reserve
Beneath the vast Texan skies, the city of Houston in Harris County is a bustling hub of energy, innovation, and cultural richness. Its vibrant tapestry showcases a mosaic of diverse communities, but one in particular dazzles with a brilliance that’s impossible to overlook — the Hispanic community. Their soaring numbers, increasing economic influence, and radiant cultural contributions make them an integral part of Houston’s heartbeat. As the city eagerly anticipates the Houston Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce - DATA SUMMIT at The Federal Reserve on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, let’s delve into why this community’s numbers and stories are truly unparalleled.
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Dr. Laura Murillo – President and CEO Houston Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce
Published on August 24, 2023
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GM Makes Vehicle-to-Home Bidirectional Charging Technology Available Across Portfolio of Upcoming Ultium-based EVs
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) rollout across new Ultium-based EVs anticipated by model year 2026 Expanding access to V2H technology will allow customers to experience even more EV benefits V2H technology offers customers greater control over energy management, helping to strengthen energy independence
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UH School of Theatre & Dance Announces its 2023-24 Season
The School of Theatre & Dance at the University of Houston’s Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts is delighted to unveil its highly anticipated 2023-24 season. With an impressive lineup of 11 captivating productions, this season is poised to be the epitome of ambition and creativity.
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Baytown Man Sentenced to 60 Years In Prison For Stabbing Girlfriend At Motel
A Baytown man was sentenced to 60 years in prison for murder in the 2020 stabbing death of his girlfriend at a motel where they were staying, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
