Verizon to buy Frontier in $20B deal
Verizon is acquiring Frontier Communications in the massive deal to boost its network, while helping its efforts in artificial intelligence.
Activist investor controls enough of Southwest Airlines to call for special shareholder meeting
Elliott Investment Management has been pushing for big changes at the Dallas based airline, including dumping its CEO and chairman. Now, it looks like they're making good on their promise.
Houston 'kid-preneur' has success running business
A young student in Houston is working his way up in the business world! A business coach taught him everything he needed to know so he could follow his dream of becoming the first millionaire in his family.
Black Business Month: The Flora Culture
We're shining a light on Black-owned businesses for Black Business Month and co-founder of 'The Flora Culture, Jemine Oakes stopped b y the Morning Show to tall about her company.
Grocery chain joins Walmart, CVS, others in ending cigarettes sales
CVS, Target and Walmart have already removed tobacco products from stores and online.
Black Business Month: The Baker's Man
August is Black Business Month and we're celebrating the sweet success of 'The Baker's Man' with owner James Ephraim!
Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
Ex-Peloton billionaire CEO John Foley says he's lost all his money
Former Peloton CEO and co-founder John Foley said in a new interview that his fortune dried up. “I’m an open book… I’ve had to sell almost everything in my life."
Houston small business: Discover vintage furniture finds at Lich Goods
Lich Goods is an online store based in Houston, Texas, specializing in vintage furniture.
The US added 818,000 fewer jobs this year than originally estimated
Over 800,000 fewer jobs were added by employers in the last few months, but consumer sentiment about the economy is still strong.
Kroger-Albertsons merger trial: What to know about the proposed plan, possible impact on grocery prices
Albertsons and Kroger proposed a $24.6 billion merger in 2022, with the Federal Trade Commission suing to prevent the deal claiming that it would stop competition among retailers and increase grocery prices.
USPS could slow service in certain areas as it seeks to cut costs
The USPS is considering cost-cutting measures that could result in slower mail delivery for long-distance and rural services.
Canada rail strike to end after government forces arbitration
A Canadian railroad strike will apparently be short-lived: the government has ordered the country's two major railroads to enter arbitration and get trains rolling again.
Walmart and Target are cutting prices to entice customers
Major retailer like Target and Walmart have been issuing price cuts for droves of items throughout the summer to stimulate sales. Here's how they are doing.
Biden asks Supreme Court to lift block on student loan repayment plan
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
Spirit Halloween stores: When did they become so widespread?
After opening in the early 1980s, Spirit Halloween has built a huge following among consumers through the years with its unique brand of costumes and decorations.
Wally Amos, Famous Amos cookie creator, dies at 88: Reports
Wally Amos, a talent agent turned cookie master who transformed a single Los Angeles bakery into a national brand, has died. He was 88 years old.
Mars buy Kellogg spin-off Kellanova in $30B deal
This sweet and salty deal helps Mars expand into areas of growth as American snacking habits change.
Legendary beauty products seller Avon files for bankruptcy
Avon filed for bankruptcy to address its debts and legal liabilities from talc-based product lawsuits.
Houston barber credits FOX 26 with helping career
It's been 26 years in the making. FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says a man he helped decades ago in 1998, reached out to share how success helps him guive back.