The founder of a startup company that claimed to be revolutionizing the way college students apply for financial aid has been convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase out of $175 million.

A prosecutor says a Florida woman engaged in a “brazen fraud” by selling her student aid startup to JPMorgan Chase & Co. for $175 million after dramatically exaggerating its customer base.

Someone tucked a heart-shaped note of encouragement into a pair of socks packed for Luigi Mangione to wear to a court recently in the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case.

Community Day at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo offers free admission until noon, allowing families and newcomers to enjoy the event's attractions without entry costs.

Austrian authorities say the stabbing of six people that left a 14-year-old boy dead was carried out by a man with possible connections to the Islamic State group who appeared to have acted alone.

In celebration of its 120th anniversary, H-E-B is offering 120 Texans the chance to win free groceries for a year through its Big Game sweepstakes.

BARC Animal Shelter, in partnership with Houston PetSet, is hosting a one-day event today, Jan. 5, offering free dog houses and straw to Houston residents at the BARC Wellness Center to help protect pets from cold weather.

Every Tuesday in January, Chick-fil-A is treating guests to a free breakfast entrée at participating Houston locations.

Europe's economy has enough difficulties, from tepid growth to trade tensions with the U.S. Dealing with those woes is only getting harder due to the political chaos in the two biggest European countries, France and Germany.

It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history.

Chick-fil-A locations in the Houston area are offering free 5-count nuggets or 2-count chick-n-strips from Sept. 25 to Sept. 30 through the Chick-fil-A App.

Constable Mark Herman is hosting a Free Watermelon Giveaway for Precinct 4 residents on Tuesday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or while supplies last, at Atkinson Farms Produce.

Customers can claim a pint using a single-use digital coupon from FreeKrogerIceCream.com, available while supplies last.

Enter here to win a $500 gift card to transform your home with luxury furniture.

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8 - 12, and it’s the annual time to show your favorite educator some love that they most definitely deserve.

Bodensteiner Services, Inc is a family owned and operated HVAC company that has been serving Houston for 64 years. Owner Blair Bodensteiner is choosing a family or homeowner in need to receive a brand new American Standard HVAC system. You can apply here for yourself or someone you know.

A pair of rare Nike sneakers donated to an Oregon homeless shelter in Portland sold for nearly $51,000 at auction on Monday.

A Russian-American journalist working for a U_S_ government-funded media company has been detained in Russia and charged with failing to register as a “foreign agent.”.

Enter here to win an exclusive tour of Karbach Brewing Company!

Enter here to win tickets to The Family Chalet at Wings Over Houston Airshow!

Enter here to win tickets to watch the Texans take on the Broncos and more from Crown Royal!

Power Solutions Specialist is giving you the chance to win a hurricane survival kit.

The founder of student aid startup Frank shook her head repeatedly as a prosecutor claimed she tricked J.

The American Library Association's annual conference is underway in Chicago, where librarians are discussing topics including countering book challenges, fighting legislative censorship, and ensuring information access and the freedom to read.

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8 - 12, and it’s the annual time to show your favorite educator some love that they most definitely deserve.

Hope Farms will be open this Saturday from 9a-3p with plenty of fun, games and volunteer opportunities.

Enter for your chance to win tickets to the NCAA Fan Fest in Houston on April 2!

The museum will be having extended hours and guest speakers during spring break.

January is cervical cancer awareness month.

NASA says its moon rocket needs only minor repairs after enduring a hurricane and is on track for liftoff next week.

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his company have been ordered to pay an extra $473 million to families and an FBI agent for calling the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting a hoax.

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his company have been ordered to pay an extra $473 million to families and an FBI agent for calling the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting a hoax.

Chick-fil-A is offering free sandwiches on Tuesday to celebrate the Astros' World Series win over the Phillies.

A few miles southwest of downtown Houston’s towering high-rises, University Place is a wonderland of art and architecture.

Where and how to get a free haircut for your children before the start of school.

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Miller Outdoor Theatre announced its performance schedule for July.

METRO is offering free rides to all Houston-area students from From June 1 to Aug. 31, transit officials announced.

Britain’s defense ministry says Russia’s decision to stop trying to take a staunchly defended steel plant in Mariupol is an effort to free up troops for deployment in other parts of eastern Ukraine.

From April 10-30th, you can get 3 free deliveries from WalMart.

Checking your credit report regularly is important. You may spot inaccurate information that could hurt your chances of getting a loan, or you could find signs that your identity has been stolen.

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeared in a video message at the Grammy Awards to ask for support in telling the story of Ukraine’s invasion by Russia.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is urging parents who work in the service industry to apply for one year of free childcare.

Thursday, Starbucks is offering free limited-edition reusable red cups to customers who order a handcrafted holiday or fall beverage.

It’s estimated that one in 54 children are diagnosed with autism.

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to snag Whataburger this week, Favor might have a tempting promotion for you.

McDonald’s is giving away free breakfast to teachers, faculty and staff for five straight days in October as a “Thank you” for all they do.

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and to celebrate, Fredericksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau is giving one lucky couple the chance to win an unforgettable Texas Hill Country experience. Scroll down to enter now.

We're teaming up with Exclusive Furniture to give one lucky winner an $800 shopping spree.

From now until September 30th, eight Houston area Mazda dealerships are offering free oil changes and car washes to educators, even if you don't drive a Mazda.

Saturday, June 5 is Free Fishing Day in Texas. That means you can drop a line and fish in any public body of water for free. No fishing license is required.

San Jacinto College received an anonymous donation that will pay for tuition for up to three years for every student graduating in 2021 from the schools in its taxing district.

Mother's Day is this Sunday. If you still don't have plans to show your mom how much you appreciate her, we can help.

Put on your stretchy pant and leave your wallet at home. Here are 3 delicious freebies you can score today.

Every week in April for “SpringFest” the home improvement chain is giving away garden-to-go project kits. The kits will have different themes every week. Here is the weekly schedule of kits:April 8: Lowe’s says this kit “is sponsored by Miracle-Gro” and includes recipes from cook and food stylist Amanda Frederickson. April 15: Lowe’s Mystery Garden Pinata with mystery seed packets. April 22: For Earth Day, Lowe’s will give out 500,000 tree saplingsApril 29: “Lowe’s Butterfly Quest” helps families create a butterfly garden.

Free workout classes from Orangetheory FitnessThis upcoming Sunday, Nov. 1, Orangetheory Fitness is offering a free one-hour Daylight Savings workout. Free day of childcareKindercare Learning Centers are offering parents a free day of childcare. The car rental company will give one free day to customers who reserve a car for two days. It is giving its customers a chance to score a free Whopper if you visit a competitor’s restaurant location that has been shut down. West and confirm your location through the Burger King app you’ll receive a coupon for a free Whopper.

HOUSTON – A brand new Lego store is opening in Willowbrook Mall. To help spread the word, the Lego truck is trolling around Houston giving away free Lego mini build kits. The truck dispenses the kits contact-free. After kids build their free kit, they can take it to the new Willowbrook Lego store to get another free surprise. Here is where you can find the Lego truck this week:Wed, Oct. 7, 20202:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Houston Heights Fire Station107 W 12th StreetHouston Texas 77008Friday, Oct. 9, 20202:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Houston Heights Fire Station107 W 12th StreetHouston Texas 770085 p.m. - 7 p.m.City Centre Plaza800 Town & Country BlvdHouston, TX 77024

HOUSTON – Got milk? More than 400 gallons of milk are being distributed Friday morning at 10 a.m. at the Greater St. Matthew Baptist Church at 7701 Jutland Road in Houston. On-site staff will wear PPE during event, maintain social distancing, practice safe hygiene and participate in a mandatory health screening. The giveaway, which runs until 1 p.m., also is providing free sanitizer, masks and additional food items. Additional milk distributions are planned throughout the year at various Texas food pantries.

HOUSTON – A lot of people are deferring loan payments and mortgage payments during the pandemic. Still, you should check your credit report and score to make sure these deferments are not being reported negatively. The three credit-reporting companies are providing one free weekly credit report until April 2021, instead of one per year ordinarily at AnnualCreditReport.com. If you find an error on your report, you should send a written dispute to each credit-reporting company publishing incorrect information and the lender. The credit-reporting companies must normally respond within 30 days, but the CFPB says it will give them more time if needed right now.

The author of "Harry Potter" has launched an online Potter hub to keep children educated and entertained during the coronavirus. (Premier Martial Arts)Premier Martial Arts Rosenberg, Magnolia, Dickinson & League City locations are offering free online classes to students of all ages, 4 – 104. Khan Academy is offering free daily schedules and learning resources for kids aged 2 to 18-years-old. Here are 12 Famous Museums offering Virtual Tours you can take on your Couch. This site allows kids to hang out with Dr. Seuss and his friends, all while playing games and reading.

HOUSTON – You can get a bottle of wine and free fries without even getting out of your car. With every bottle of wine ordered to-go, Bar Boheme is including a free order of its Vietnamese fries piled on with hoisin sauce, sriracha, garlic mayo, cilantro, and crushed peanuts. The bar has its wine list available to view on Instagram. In compliance with COVID-19 restrictions, the cocktail bar and restaurant is offering curbside pickup and delivery service while dining rooms are closed. Bar Boheme is located in Montrose at 307 Fairview St.Business hours are 4 p.m. to midnight on Monday and Tuesday; 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Saturday; 11 a.m. to midnight on Sunday.

If you’re a regular viewer, you may be familiar with Houston Life’s monthly segment, HL Obsessions. Once a month Courtney and Derrick share some of their favorite products with us all. They are focusing on free apps you can download to help you with exercises, cooking, your finances and entertainment. Full disclosure: Courtney and Derrick are not paid or compensated by these companies at all, these are simply apps they love. On a clear night you can basically hold your phone up to the sky and it maps out what you’re looking for.

Fort Bend County officials will begin providing free disinfectant solution to county residents to help stop the spread of coronavirus. Fort Bend residents will receive a 32-oz plastic container and 1-gallon of disinfectant product, officials said. I ask all residents of Fort Bend County to assist us in this goal.”To pick up the products, residents must provide identification and sign an acknowledgment form. We will do a one-for-one exchange.”Fort Bend County partnered with De Nora Water Technologies Texas in Sugar Land to provide residents with the free cleaning products. Fort Bend County residents can check the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page for up-to-date information about the disinfectant distribution.

HOUSTON – Comcast is offering wifi hotspots available nationwide due to the coronavirus. The hotspots will be available with no data caps, disconnects or late fees and speeds will increase to 3 Mbps. This allows parents and students to have access to news and educational content. Once at a hotspot, select “xfinitywifi” network name from the wifi menu, then launch the preferred browser. To find an Xfinity WiFi Hotspot, check the hotspot location map at wifi.xfinity.com or download the Xfinity WiFi Hotspots app from the App Store or Google Play.

Dunkin' is giving away a free classic donut with a purchase of any drink every Friday in March, signaling the latest escalation among fast food rivals for the breakfast battle. Customers have to order through the Dunkin' app to access the deal, which is only available in the United States. In addition to plant-based meat alternative sandwiches, Dunkin' has recently bolstered its breakfast offerings with Go2 breakfast deals, egg-based bowls and even a bag of bacon. Wendy's, which launched its breakfast menu nationwide earlier this week, is giving away a free Chicken Biscuit sandwich with purchase on mobile orders. McDonald's offered free Egg McMuffin sandwiches last Monday.

Catch a free screening of "How to Train Your Dragon: Hidden World.” The show starts at 6:30 p.m., but get there early to get a good spot on the lawn. Bayou Bikers meet at Market Square Park at 8 a.m.Let the good times roll Saturday at the Houston Creole Mardi Gras Parade. Enjoy a Community Funfest in Cinco Ranch at the brand new Villa Sport Athletic Club. You can bring the whole family to enjoy the food trucks, carnival games, group exercises and even jump houses. The fun starts Saturday at 10 a.m. and runs until 2 p.m.You can skip the line and RSVP for your free ticket on the Villa Sport Website.