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Target flashes a recession warning: Shoppers are buying fewer clothes and more necessities

Shoppers are pulling back at Target, Home Depot and other major chains as they face pressure from higher prices and borrowing costs.

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Houston Equity Fund offering $8 million in grant funding for minority-owned small businesses

The online application portal for “Open for Business” grants worth up to $100,000 will be open from May 15-31.

Minority-owned small businesses and nonprofits in the Houston area can apply for up to $100,000 in grant funding later this month. A total of $8 million is available this year during the second phase of the "Open for Business" grant program, which is funded by Wells Fargo and administered by the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity. An online application portal for grant money is scheduled to be open from 5 a.m. May 15 through 11:59 p.m. May 31, with eligible businesses and nonprofits competing to receive awards ranging from $5,000-$100,000 apiece.

Mayor Turner Releases City Permits Related to AstroWorld Fest

In the interest of transparency and amid great public interest, Mayor Sylvester Turner has released all permits filed with the City related to this Nov. 5, 2021 Astroworld Fest incident where eight people died and hundreds more were injured.

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Popular Christmas light display impacted by supply chain issues

Global supply chain problems have threatened to dim a holiday light display that is a community favorite.

The Alliance and PlazAmericas Host 14th Annual Back to School Drive to Support 3,000 Students and their Families

Event will feature School Supplies, Books, Giveaways from Amazon and Corporate Sponsors, Health and Community Vendors, Children’s Immunizations and COVID-19 Vaccines

The Alliance is partnering with PlazAmericas Mall to host the 14th Annual Back to School Drive on Saturday, August 7th, 2021. This event is our largest community service project of the year, providing school supplies, books, and other essential items to 3,000 students and their families.

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Week 2 Of Texans Training Camp Begins With Some Strong Questions That Need To Be Answered.

Let me preface my statement by saying, “Yes. I do know he is a rookie?” I understand the Texans selected quarterback Davis Mills with their first pick in round 3 of the 2021 NFL Draft. What did I expect from a rookie in his first training camp of his NFL career? More.

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Federal judge upholds convictions of Oath Keeper associate

A federal judge on Tuesday upheld two federal convictions against a Navy veteran and Oath Keeper associate accused of helping the far-right group stash weapons outside Washington, DC, on January 6, 2021.

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Elizabeth Holmes gave birth to her second child and wants to delay her prison sentence

Elizabeth Holmes, the former CEO of Theranos convicted of defrauding investors, is seeking to delay the start of her 11-year prison sentence because she has "two very young children" to be with.

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Elon Musk's Neuralink startup implants chip in its first human brain

Elon Musk’s controversial startup Neuralink has implanted a chip in a human brain for the first time, the billionaire said in a post on his X platform late Monday.

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Dartmouth basketball players could become first unionized college athletes

Basketball players at Dartmouth will get a chance to vote on whether to join a union, a potential breakthrough in efforts to unionize the lucrative business of college sports.

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Majic 102.1FMs Rickey Smiley speaks on Dealing with Tragedy, Family, and Fatherhood

On the heels of recently experiencing a devastating family tragedy, MAJIC 102.1 FMs morning drive host, renowned standup comedian Rickey Smiley, recently took time away from his microphone to share sincere words of courage and inspiration after the sudden loss of his son. When asked how he is coping on a daily basis, Smiley stated, "I am doing the best I can, trying to keep moving forward to help support my kids and mother during this very difficult time in our lives."

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Police Searching for Missing Journalist Kim Wall Find Headless Torso

Danish police searching for missing Swedish journalist Kim Wall say they have found a headless torso in Copenhagen.

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Maryland Rape Survivors No Longer Need to Prove They Fought Back

Sexual assault survivors in Maryland don't have to prove they physically fought their attackers to establish that a crime occurred under a new law signed by Gov. Larry Hogan.

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Liam Neeson Might Be 'Taken' a Break From Action

The question now is what will Liam Neeson do with his "very particular set of skills"? The 65-year-old actor has reportedly said he's through doing action films such as his wildly popular "Taken" franchise.

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Solange Knowles Releases Extended Director's Cut of Interdisciplinary Performance Art Film for Album When I Get Home Available On Digital Platforms Today

Today, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and visual artist Solange Knowles released the extended director’s cut of the interdisciplinary performance art film for her album When I Get Home via Saint Records / Columbia across digital platforms.

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Applications Now Open for Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort

100 high school students to be selected for all-expenses-paid mentoring experience of a lifetime

Applications are being accepted now through Oct. 31, 2018, for the Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence magazine. This annual outside-the-classroom mentoring program is scheduled for March 21-24, 2019, at the Walt Disney Resort in Florida. The program helps 100 select high school students, ages 13-19, from across the United States jump-start their life goals and pursue their dreams.

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Elton John refused to 'tone down' the sex and drugs in 'Rocketman'

Elton John isn't shying away from his wild days. In fact, he said he pushed producers of "Rocketman" for an honest portrayal of his sex and cocaine-fueled days of the past.

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Harris County Will Pay You $100 To Get Your First Dose Of The COVID-19 Vaccine

Residents who receive their First dose of the COVID-19 vaccine through HCPH will receive a $100 cash card

In an effort to improve vaccination rates and better protect the residents of Harris County from COVID-19, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) will provide $100 cash cards to residents receiving their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at an HCPH vaccination site. In order to receive the $100 cash card, residents will have to sign a waiver prior to the vaccination and remain in the post-vaccination waiting area at an HCPH vaccination site for the 15-to-30 minutes recommended.

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Megan Thee Stallion Releases New Video for "Her" From New LP "Traumazine"

“Traumazine is an album that leaves you reeling slightly, both impressed and strangely grateful – convinced of Megan Thee Stallion’s brilliance” - The Guardian “Traumazine, is a thrill ride of a listen, a motley mix of slick bops and searing confessionals that wonderfully encapsulate all of her various vibes.” - Rolling Stone

TPPF CEO: Washington Will Not Save Lives Policymakers in the states must act to secure schools and protect students

The Texas Public Policy Foundation’s CEO Greg Sindelar released the following statement on the “Safer Communities Act” being debated in the U.S. Senate: