Austin business owner who dropped 'Russian' from restaurant name now raising money for Ukrainians
Vadar Monamour moved to the United States 20 years ago and opened "Russian House" in downtown Austin in 2012 with the hopes of representing the cultures of all post-Soviet states, including Russia and Ukraine, but also Armenia, Georgia, Uzbekistan and others.
15 states sue EPA over new oil and gas rules, Paxton says Ukraine war shows 'need for energy independence'
Texas and 14 other states have signed onto a suit challenging new EPA rules, warning the regulations “will create a deliberate disadvantage to Texas and all states” involved in oil and gas production.
Montana AG launches investigation into TikTok for allegedly serving harmful content to children
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen launched a comprehensive investigation into TikTok for allegedly serving harmful content to children and for publicly misrepresenting the "dangers" of its social media platform.
Potent protest: Bars drop Russian vodka, promote Ukraine's
Bars and liquor stores are pulling Russian vodka from shelves and promoting Ukrainian brands.
Austin business 'The Russian House' shortens name in solidarity with Ukraine
A restaurant in Austin, Texas, that has represented Slavic and Eastern European culture for more than a decade, shortened its name Sunday afternoon over the Russian invasion of neighboring Ukraine.
Las Vegas bar owner and patrons pour Russian vodka down the drain in show of support for Ukraine
Bars, restaurants, and liquor stores around America are pouring out their Russian vodka and replacing it with Ukrainian spirits to show support in whatever way they can for the people of Ukraine.
Gov. DeWine of Ohio orders halt to Russian-made vodka sales
Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine announced Saturday on Twitter that he has ordered the Ohio Department of Commerce to stop the purchase and sale of Russian Standard Vodka.
Biloxi, Mississippi, real estate: What you can get for $1.35M
Property in and near Biloxi shows off the area's love of fishing and other water-based activities.
Vacant Atlantic City airport could become car lovers' dream
Cars could replace planes at Bader Field.
Alec Baldwin buys farmhouse in tony Vermont ski town
Alec Baldwin bought a farm in rural Vermont, near where his wife Hilaria had longstanding family ties and where the couple and their kids sheltered late last year after the A-list actor accidentally shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the “Rust” movie set in Santa Fe.
Mother-daughter duo launches selfie studio in Virginia
A new selfie studio in Newport News, Virginia, has 32 cubes with backdrops inspired by movies, businesses and holidays.
Wanted Florida man caught after passing out drunk in McDonald’s drive-thru, deputies say
Luis Salinas, 35, had a warrant out for his arrest in connection to the sexual battery of a child, the Highlands County Sheriff’s Office said.
San Diego businesses get big boost after California rolls back mask mandate
Businesses in downtown San Diego got a boost of foot traffic during the first weekend after California Gov. Gavin Newsom loosened the state’s mask mandate, according to a local report.
Court rejects Pornhub parent company's motion to dismiss sex trafficking lawsuit
An Alabama federal judge has denied Pornhub's and its parent company MindGeek's motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought against the company on behalf of two sex trafficking victims.
Colorado man accuses Carvana of selling him stolen, damaged vehicle
Carvana's website states that all of its vehicles are put through a 150-point inspection. It also emphasizes that it does not sell cars that have been in a reported accident or have frame or structural damage.
Texas AG Paxton investigating Chinese app TikTok over human and drug smuggling posts
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announces an investigation into TikTok and its border crossing content.
Supply chain showing signs ‘the worst is over’: Port of Long Beach director
Mario Coredero joins other industry leaders in painting a "bright outlook" for the supply chain crisis.
Alaska Airlines launches subscription service for West Coast travel
The standard Flight Pass plan, which requires booking at least 14 days before travel, starts at $49 per month. Meanwhile, the Flight Pass Pro plan, which allows same-day booking up to two hours before departure, starts at $199 per month.
Disney to build residential communities with condominiums and single-family homes
Disney announced Wednesday a new business of residential communities called Storyliving by Disney. The first community is planned for Rancho Mirage, in California’s Coachella Valley.
Small businesses incorporating new technology to survive the coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has devastated many small and medium-sized businesses across America over the last two years, but many who have survived have come out stronger on the other side with new technologies and streamlined operations.



















