Houston among five cities selected to mentor small businesses
Local small businesses have an opportunity, for the next month, to win some valuable guidance and some operating cash to grow.
New mentor program launched targeting Houston small businesses
Small businesses in Houston have an opportunity, starting Monday to win some valuable guidance and some operating cash to grow. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka has more.
Houston business owners asking for help to address crime concerns
A handful of small business owners went to the Houston city council meeting Wednesday to discuss their crime concerns.
Houston business owners asking for help to address crime concerns
"I have been burglarized 15 times in the last year," a Houston business owner said while addressing Houston City Council.
Texas ranked 3rd best state to start a business, according to study
Calling all entrepreneurs, if you're looking to start a business, Texas is one of the best places to start it!
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Houston business owner nearly missed HSN debut after Southwest flight canceled
Houston business owner nearly missed a chance of a lifetime when her Southwest Airlines flight was canceled during the airline’s all-out meltdown over the holidays.
Southwest Airlines meltdown jeopardized Houston woman’s business opportunity
The Houston small business owner launched LAMIK more than 15 years ago and one of her greatest gifts ever? She was scheduled to make her Home Shopping Network debut three days after Christmas
Houston’s Bread Man Baking Co. rolling in dough for decades
Did you know that some of the best bread you will find anywhere is made right here in Houston? Bread Man Baking Co. is creating some of the fluffiest and most delicious bread you will ever taste. FOX 26’s Ruben Dominguez shows us how the company is now in a bigger facility and knocking out more tasty loaves than ever before.
Congressman Al Green to host webinar to minority owned businesses, entrepreneurs
U.S. Congressman Al Green is inviting current and aspiring entrepreneurs to attend an informational webinar he's hosting that aims to help small minority-owned businesses.
Becoming Houston business owner may be getting easier
The Governor's Texas Economic Development office has a new website to help future and current business owners with advice.
2 Texas cities ranked among top 10 best in the country for work conferences, according to study
Houston and San Antonio were ranked among the top 10 best cities in the U.S. for work conferences for reasonable hotel rates, meal costs, and ample distance between downtown and the airports.
Secret Service recovers $286 million in stolen pandemic loans
Since 2020, the Secret Service initiated more than 3,850 pandemic related fraud investigations.
Houston small business competition offers seed money for would-be entrepreneurs
Liftoff Houston entrepreneur competition is designed to help people with an idea for a business with seed money.
More restaurants turning to digital connections to stay competitive
Restaurant jobs were a significant part of the July jobs report, but hiring challenges and inflation fears are still keeping staffs pretty tight.
More restaurants turning to digital connections to stay competitive
Restaurant jobs were a significant part of the July jobs report, but hiring challenges and inflation fears are still keeping staff pretty tight. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka says 'some' establishments are relying, more, on a digital connection to keep customers happy.
$20 million available for diverse Houston-area small businesses, non-profits
Diverse Houston-area small businesses and non-profit organizations have an opportunity to apply for grants thanks to a new portal.
Brazoria County pizzeria expands, despite inflation and recession concerns
At a time of rising inflation and a possible recession, some businesses may be looking to 'protect' themselves from whatever's coming. But a Brazoria County pizzeria thinks 'now' is the time to grow.
Woman-owned contractor building her reputation one project at a time
A new four-lane road in Clear Lake is open to traffic as crews work to build a wide walk and bike looks like any other road project, except this one, was built under the direction of Raquel Bourjourne's INDI Construction Partners.
Houston-area restaurant with self-serve bar concept shuts down, files for bankruptcy
Less than a year after its new, self-serve bar concept was launched, Shoot the Moon is shutting its doors for good.