Michoacán native Gabriela Bucio dominating Central Texas restaurant, bar scene
Small Business Saturday is essential for many locally owned businesses and thanks to the community Gabriela Bucio has created, Central Texas is always supporting her latest venture.
Round Rock veteran hopes to normalize conversations on mental health, suicide
A Round Rock mother, veteran, and survivor of sexual assault is looking to reduce the number of suicides for all veterans by normalizing conversations on mental health.
The Tiarras step into their musical power as Latina Women
As Dia de los Muertos 2022 celebrations continue, a local Austin band is using their music to share their culture and open up discussions about topics not often spoken of.
Mexican Austinite musician Lesly Reynaga to make history at ACL Music Fest
Lesly Reynaga, a local Austin musician and Mexico native, is set to make history at ACL as one of the first acts to perform with a full mariachi band.
Austin author Gabino Iglesias unapologetically pushes for diversity, change in publishing world
Like many industries, there’s a huge gap in diversity in publishing with only 6% of the industry identifying as Hispanic, but the numbers didn’t stop Austin author, Gabino Iglesias.
Black-owned Austin bookstore fights against banned books with new nonprofit
There’s been much debate on which books should or should not be allowed, but for the owners of Black Pearl Books, it’s simple.
Austin cookie company raising $1 million to create safe spaces for LGBTQIA youth
Wunderkeks says its goal to raise money isn't about expanding its business but to create safe spaces for LGBTQIA youth with the help of its signature pink boxes.
Chi'Lantro CEO hopes to inspire other immigrant entrepreneurs
The Korean barbecue restaurant started as a tiny food truck in Austin 12 years ago, and now CEO/founder Jae Kim is sharing his immigrant journey in hopes of inspiring others.
Black business owner asks for better healthcare, resources on Mother's Day
Marsha Stephanson started Cater to Mom to make sure mothers have resources they need following the birth of their child.
Con Mi Madre helps immigrant women get a higher education
Statistics show immigrant women make less than any other demographic, making it hard to fund college. Leslie Rangel speaks to a Con Mi Madre participant whose dreams of her daughter going to college are coming true.
Austin woman working to save lives through therapy, mental wellness
Diana Anzaldua has started a petition for leaders at the federal level to officially declare March as National Women’s Mental Health Month.
Austin's first openly gay Latina judge breaking generational cycles
Travis County elects its first openly-gay Latina to serve on a county court bench and Denise Hernández says she’s committed to creating fair access in the courtroom.
TikTok content creator redefining Black travel and body inclusivity
Local Black travel blogger and influencer Jeff Jenkins is at the forefront of encouraging others who look like him to get out and travel.
UT journalism professor continues to preserve Latinx stories
Dr. Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez, a University of Texas journalism professor, is helping preserve Hispanic Heritage in several ways.
Veracruz All Natural expands with mission of keeping Mexican authenticity
The Taco Queens of the South, Las Reinas del Sur, are sisters and they're expanding to Los Angeles and making sure their heritage lives on through their food.
East Austin teen national champion boxer breaking through stereotypes
Paulena Miles hopes her story breaks through the stereotypes when it comes to strengths and legacies in the Hispanic community.
South Austin CBD shop owner talks about changing views on cannabis
The owner of Mary Jae says with changes in Texas marijuana law many can come out of hiding, something she wished for the man who adopted her.
Austin doctor asking community to not forget people of color
Dr. Pradeep Kumar is a regular on Fox 7 Austin, his segment ‘Your Health with Doctor Kumar’ aims to educate people about their health.
Black ATX Tactical looks to change Black gun owner stereotypes
Black gun ownership in 2020 increased and now some Black gun owners are looking for ways to not only normalize owning guns but also make sure their community stays safe.
LGBTQ, immigrant owned Wunderkeks pairs up with Love Loud to support LGBTQ youth
The cookie company's owners are partners and Guatemalan immigrants who say while they've had much success, it hasn't been all rainbows and sunshine.