Fact Check Team: Why one inflation report can move Wall Street
The latest inflation report is out — and while the numbers may seem like just another set of economic statistics, they can have an impact on Wall Street....
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How a Clyde mom balances motherhood, a balloon business & rescued wildlife
CLYDE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A Big Country mom grew up on one of the largest working ranches in Texas, but recently moved to Clyde. Cheyenne Howard is a mom to a toddler girl, cares for many different rescued animal species, and runs a balloon and decor business, Howdy Honey Balloo...
Senators launch investigation into Roblox and how company handles safety protocol
Senators Josh Hawley, R-Mo., and Dick Durbin, D-Ill., announced an investigation into Roblox and how the company handles child safety.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver on fuels and fertilizer, keeping foreign ships in play
Americans continue to face pressure at the gas pump and grocery store even as inflation showed signs of easing in July.
Family-owned Sabor Mexican Restaurant opens in Hawley
HAWLEY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A new family-owned restaurant is giving people in Hawley another place to eat while bringing a longtime dream to life. Sabor Mexican Restaurant opened its doors in July and is now one of a few restaurants in Hawley. The business is owned and operated b...
Trump sued over his media company selling early access to his Truth Social posts
The Intercept and the Freedom of the Press Foundation sued President Trump over his media company selling Wall Street firms early access to his Truth Social....
Abilene business earns spot on 2026 Inc. 5000 list
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene-based business has earned a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, ranking among the fastest-growing private companies in America. Chike Nutrition, headquartered in Abilene, offers a variety of protein beverages, including Protein Iced Coffee, Pr...
New Abilene operations center aims to strengthen data center workforce
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Austin-based company specializing in data center and digital infrastructure workforce development is expanding its operations to Abilene. Overwatch Mission Critical officially opened its new West Texas Operations Center in Abilene, marking an expan...
Small business optimism rebounds in July, led by stronger hiring plans
NFIB said small business optimism rose above its long-term average in July, driven by stronger hiring and investment plans, though uncertainty remained elevated....
Florida AG seeks years' worth of New York Times records, cites shareholder impact
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is demanding years of internal records and documents from The New York Times Company.
Veterans, first responders share experiences with ketamine-assisted therapy in Callahan County
CALLAHAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Veterans, first responders and their spouses gathered at the Museum of Military Models in Callahan County for the first Monarch and Restore Wellness reunion, sharing personal stories about using ketamine-assisted therapy to work through trauma...
Flock camera map: How many are in your neighborhood?
Flock Safety, a surveillance equipment company, says it partners with more than 5,000 law enforcement agency partners across 6,000 communities. Is your city one of them?...
Tax-free weekend is here
Tax-free weekend gives shoppers a little extra breathing room to get essentials before class starts.
Meta ordered to pay nearly $1 billion after landmark court loss over child safety
The largest social media company in the world is learning what happens when a court decides a platform is harming public health.
Decomposing bodies infested with maggots found at Chicago funeral home: authorities
More than 50 bodies "in various states of decomposition" were found "improperly stored" at a funeral home in Chicago, according to authorities.
Trump pushes Senate to pass reconciliation, while expert says safety & AI help economy
Former Trump White House economic adviser Steve Moore says congressional Republicans face a critical test as they work to advance the reconciliation bill....
From her kitchen to a growing business: This Abilene mom’s meal prep mission needs help
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene mom is helping make mealtime easier and healthier for many in the community. Alissa Guerra is the owner of Mama Made Meal Prep. It started with meal prepping with her own mom to eat healthier. Now she provides around 100 meals each week. Th...
Former Harold's Pit BBQ building demolished in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A longtime Abilene landmark is now gone after the former Harold's Pit Bar-B-Q building was demolished, marking the end of an era for one of the city's most beloved barbecue restaurants. Harold's Pit Bar-B-Q closed in 2011 after founder Harold Christia...
Chipotle pulls jalapeños from some restaurants amid potential salmonella outbreak
Chipotle is removing jalapeños from some of its restaurants after discovering the peppers could be tied to a Salmonella outbreak under investigation by public health officials....
A different kind of strip steak: South Florida restaurant hosts monthly nude dinners
The steaks are dressed. The diners aren't. A South Florida steakhouse is hosting monthly clothing-optional dinners that city officials say are legal.
Local businesses take center stage at Kulture Con
Kulture Con filled the Abilene Convention Center with local talent and opportunities to support small businesses on Saturday.
"The Sopranos" Vincent Pastore found dead at 80
Vincent Patore, known for playing Salvatore 'Big P****' Bonpensiero in 'The Sopranos' has died. according to reports from TMZ.
'It's going to be a pretty big loss,' Texas THC ban takes effect August 1
As of August 1st, if you go to a local smoke shop looking to buy THC products, you're not going to be able to find any.KTXS went to the Abilene Smoke Shop to f...
Rental scams on the rise as Abilene housing demand grows
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – As Abilene’s housing shortage continues, more people are searching for a place to live, and the Better Business Bureau of Abilene said scammers are taking advantage of that demand. The BBB said rental scams are becoming more common as scammers use the...
Economic growth slows to 1.5% in second quarter as Fed in no rush to cut interest rates
President Donald Trump often says the United States "is the hottest country" in the world.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman meets with lawmakers as Trump weighs AI controls
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday to discuss the company’s upcoming artificial intelligence models.
Tornado destroys homes, leaves thousands without power in Wisconsin
A tornado tore through areas of Appleton, Neenah and Menasha Monday morning, leaving behind destroyed homes and businesses.
Should paper checks go the way of the penny? Americans still writing billions of them
Business professor Jay Zagorsky is pushing back on an effort by the government to stop using paper checks, pointing to the billions of checks still circulating in the banking system as evidence of their ongoing utility....
Dixie Pig celebrates 95 years while honoring family legacy in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Nearly a century old, the Dixie Pig is celebrating 95 years of serving the Abilene community while honoring the memory of a family member who dreamed of carrying the restaurant into its next chapter. The restaurant, an Abilene staple since 1931, marke...
Children's shoes sold at popular store recalled for risk of death or injury
Children's shoes sold at a popular store were recalled for potentially posing a risk of death or injury to children.
Downtown Christmas
Information about the festivities of Downtown Christmas, including the City Hall Tree Lighting, the Parade of Lights, food, shopping, performances, and more....
The many hats of motherhood: One Abilene mom's unexpected journey
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – What happens when life takes an unexpected turn? Abilene Mom Carrie Allen shares her journey of reinventing herself, from changing careers to building a successful cookie business and navigating the everyday joys and challenges of raising two children...
Australian-born restaurant 'Zam's' opens first U.S. location in Pensacola
A grand opening was held Thursday afternoon for a new restaurant in Pensacola.
More Americans say inflation, economy are driving them to shoplift
A growing share of Americans say they are resorting to shoplifting to get food and other necessities under mounting financial strain from inflation.
Dwight Capital Provides $66M HUD-Insured Construction Loan for Abilene Multifamily Project
Dwight Capital Provides $66M HUD-Insured Construction Loan for Abilene Multifamily Project REBusinessOnline
OpenAI says its technology autonomously hacked another AI company
OpenAI, which ownsChatGPT, said that its technology autonomously hacked another AI company called Hugging Face.
New generation of small business owners emerges, 'solopreneurship' on the rise: BofA
Business formation is on the upswing, and more of it is being driven by younger and lower-income entrepreneurs, a report from the Bank of America Institute shows....
OpenAI's latest proposal shows it's very aware that data centers are unpopular
OpenAI's latest proposal shows it's very aware that data centers are unpopular Business Insider
Trump's new tariffs on northern neighbor fall flat in US: 'Not a huge fan'
The taxes may impede the economic progress achieved in the U.S. over the past several months.
White House Correspondents' Dinner set for Friday at new location with tighter security
The Waldorf Astoria property had once been owned by Trump's company but was sold off in 2021.
Big Country Makers Market highlights local businesses
The Big Country Makers Market brought local vendors, handmade goods, food trucks, and family-friendly activities to Abilene on Sunday.
How to help Texas Hill Country communities impacted by flooding
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new relief fund has been created to help communities affected by the July 2026 flooding across the Texas Hill Country. The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launched the Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Fund to give individuals, businesses and organi...
US imposing 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports after unfair trade investigation
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the tariffs were necessary to ensure American workers and businesses can compete on a level playing field....
BBB warns creative professionals of overpayment scam targeting freelancers
The Better Business Bureau serving Abilene and the Big Country is warning photographers, videographers, graphic designers and other creative professionals...
Man dies in grocery store, store allegedly stayed open and hid body under carts for hours
After a customer died at a grocery store, employees were allegedly told to hide the body under carts and umbrellas for hours while customers continued shopping....
Inflation cools to 3.5% in June, former WH adviser calls it progress but says work remains
The latest inflation report came in lower than many economists expected, offering what former White House economic adviser Steve Moore called encouraging news....
'Bachelor' star Joe Amabile shares early-stage brain tumor diagnosis
Amabile was known as "Grocery Store Joe" from his time on "The Bachelor" and "Bachelor in Paradise."
Asheville wellness business owner accused of illegally prescribing GLP-1 drug
The owner of an Asheville wellness business is facing 10 felony charges after investigators accused her of diagnosing clients without a medical license in N.C....
Abilene small business code violation raises questions about city communication
A local business owner’s effort to open a wellness complex in Abilene has turned into months of frustration, raising broader questions about how clearly the cit...
Rep. Chuck Edwards, wife sell all of their McDonald's restaurants
Rep. Chuck Edwards (NC-11) and his wife, Teresa, have sold all of their McDonald's restaurants.
Shield Station in Santa Anna: Serving Up History, Hospitality & Hometown Heart
SANTA ANNA, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – For the 20th episode of “Bite of West Texas,” the journey came full circle - returning to one of the very first restaurants featured on the show: Shield Station in Santa Anna. This time, host Heather Easley visited owner David Victor at the histori...
Young entrepreneurs take center stage at Abilene Children's Business Fair Saturday - myfoxzone.com
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WATCH Popular chain restaurant coming to Abilene - Abilene Reporter-News
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Seattle business owners hope Club World Cup improvements become permanent
Business owners say downtown looked better than ever during the tournament, but they'd like to see long-term solutions to keep it that way.
Drivers see overnight spikes in gas prices as Iran war flares back up
Combat between the United States and Iran resumed this week and the economic fallout has been immediate.
Popular chain restaurant coming to Abilene - Abilene Reporter-News
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Oil price surge threatens gas costs as record business investment boosts productivity
former White House economic adviser Steve Moore said recent investment data points to continued strength in the American economy, even as oil prices rise....
Steak 'n shake waiving franchise fees for veterans to own and operate franchise
American fast-food chain Steak ‘n Shake announced this week that the company would be waiving franchise fees for U.S. veterans.
8 Apache pilots suspended after Salute from the Shore flyover
The pilots are part of the South Carolina Army National Guard, Alpha Company.
Estimated $770M+ injected into Pennsylvania's economy after 500K visit during World Cup
Business and government leaders from more than 25 countries all flocked to the Commonwealth to visit Pennsylvania during the "largest ever" FIFA World Cup, and...
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