Back Black Businesses helps Houston coffee shop
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Three Keys Coffee owner Kenzel Fallen talks to us about how being a recipient of the Coalition to Back Black Businesses grant program has helped her business grow.

Keke's Snow Balls
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A Texas family is making summer treats with a big mission in mind. Keke's Snow Balls is a family-owned business that donates a big portion of its profits to a live center in Guatemala.

Houston, Dallas named one of the best metro areas for corporate retreats: study

With more people back in the office, team-building events are ideal for colleagues to get together as well as forge friendships, and a recent study named Dallas and Houston as some of the top places to do so.

'Garbage Kid' turning dirty Houston-area trash cans into cash

A 13-year-old boy from Houston is gaining clients and social media followers for his successful "Garbage Kid" trashcan cleaning service.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces Small Business Summit in the Woodlands
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces his next Small Business Summit. Attendees can expect resources available to help start, strengthen and grow your business.

Mompreneur shares encouraging advice to anyone looking to start their own business

Heather Sullivan talks with Mignon Francois, a “Mompreneur” who turned her last $5 into a cupcake empire, The Cupcake Collection, while raising six children!

Local Houston, minority business could become suppliers, vendors for College Football Playoffs in 2024

Houston is hosting the College Football Playoffs in 2024 and the Houston Host Committee wants to give local businesses a chance to shine with the Buy Houston: By Houston Supplier Diversity program!

Grant program offers unique program for Houston’s small business owners

Small businesses, in Houston, that survived the pandemic and are still trying to grow, can apply for a grant of $10,000 worth of digital assistance.

Houston woman turns personal tragedy into jewelry line
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In FOX 26's Small Business Spotlight, our Chelsea Edwards shines on a survivor who turned a bad thing into a business and now she's helping others build confidence.

SBA administrator comes to Houston to see small business success stories

The leader of the Small Business Administration was in Houston along with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and visited some local success stories and talked about some of the resources available to help others, in particular, minority-owned ventures.

Small business administrator, second gentlemen celebrating small businesses in Houston
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The leader of the Small Business Administration was in Houston visiting some local success stories and talking about some of the resources available to help others, in particular minority owned ventures. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka reports more on a local business owner's success story.

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.

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.

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.

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.