Salons, barbershops allowed to reopen as part of next phase of Gov. Abbott's plan

Hair salons, nail salons, barbershops, and tanning salons across the state can reopen and while some say they will remain closed for now, others are saying they must reopen to stay afloat.

Chef Wolfgang Puck calls for restaurant industry bailout

In the face of COVID-19, world-renowned chef Wolfgang Puck is calling on the Federal Government to offer a hand to a struggling restaurant industry.

Customer leaves $1300 tip at Northwest Austin restaurant

It wasn’t a typical day of business, as it was the first time dine-in guests were allowed since Gov. Greg Abbott eased restrictions in Texas. 

Restaurants selling alcohol risk losing license

A restaurant owner in San Clemente is opening his doors again Thursday despite the threat of losing his liquor license.  

AG Paxton calls for release of Dallas salon owner who reopened in defiance of countywide restrictions

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is calling for the immediate release of the Dallas salon owner who was jailed for seven days after she refused to apologize for opening her business in defiance of countywide COVID-19 restrictions.

Group of Texas women form company to make masks with zippers

Sarah Cordill, along with her friends Madison Herington and Haley Manley, have been working for weeks to develop “Shut Your Mouth”. 

Texas hair salons, barbershops, nail/tanning salons to reopen May 8; gyms on May 18

“This allows these types of businesses to open up, but it doesn’t require them to do so,” Gov. Greg Abbott said. “Every owner of every salon should use their own best judgement.”

FOX 7 Discussion: Businesses struggling as Texas reopens

Some businesses have shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic while others have managed to adapt services with to-go orders and delivery. 

Support local businesses this Mother's Day

FOX 7 Austin has compiled a noncomprehensive list of some things, gifts, and more that you can consider doing or buying for mom.

Smallest businesses get a few hours at head of loan line

Smaller businesses that need coronavirus relief will get to move to the front of the line come Wednesday.