What we know about Trump’s TikTok executive order so far
The White House said that “TikTok will be majority-owned by Americans in the United States.”
BUSINESS
Texas jobless claims spike 92% — But officials say it’s fraud, not job loss
DALLAS — Something odd has been happening with unemployment claims in Texas. You can see it if you check out the chart for the past year of claims. After an initial spike in jobless applications in January of this year, the state got into an up-and-down rhythm for many months. But then…boom! In the first … Read more
Tom Hanks makes good on promise to Portland typewriter shop
Tom Hanks visited Portland’s Type Space two years ago. The shop now has an autographed typewriter from the Oscar winner’s personal collection that visitors can use. PORTLAND, Ore. — When Tom Hanks stopped by Type Space in Southeast Portland two years ago, owner Antony Valoppi figured the story ended with the Oscar winner walking out the … Read more
The SBA is offering physical damage disaster loans until Sept 28. Do you qualify?
The SBA will stop accepting applications on Sept 28. KENS 5 has got the details so you can decide if its worth your time. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering special disaster-related loans in the wake of the horrible July 4th flooding that tore through Kerr County and other … Read more
Former Mars chocolate employee from Connecticut admits stealing $28 million from company
Paul Steed, 58, of Stamford, pleaded guilty Thursday to fraud and tax offenses he committed while defrauding the chocolate company out of millions of dollars. BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A former Connecticut employee of the chocolate manufacturer Mars, Inc. pleaded guilty Thursday to committing fraud and tax crimes while defrauding the company out of millions of … Read more
Popular brunch spot, whiskey bar closing near the River Oaks District
No more Fruity Pebbles French toast or donut burgers. Bosscat Kitchen and Libations on Westheimer is closing. HOUSTON — Another Houston restaurant and bar is closing. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations will close its first Houston location at the end of the month, but the team’s remaining concepts will continue operating. The whiskey bar and restaurant … Read more
Popular brunch spot, whiskey bar closing in River Oaks District
No more Fruity Pebbles French toast or donut burgers. Bosscat Kitchen and Libations on Westheimer is closing. HOUSTON — Another Houston restaurant and bar is closing. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations will close its first Houston location at the end of the month, but the team’s remaining concepts will continue operating. The whiskey bar and restaurant … Read more