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The Harris County Flood Control District is holding meetings starting Monday to inform the public about a proposed tax rate increase on the ballot.
Small Business Funding
![As port strike looms, businesses are still reeling from Key Bridge collapse [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316551_0_17277086545206jpg.jpg)
Six months after the Key Bridge collapse, more than 5,500 companies most of them in transportation and warehousing have applied for SBA loans.
![RAW: Rescue teams assess damage from Hurricane Helene in Florida [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316524_0_https3A2F2Fdo0bihdskp9dycloudfrontnet2F093020242Ft1db28baf34d646d48873cbe991f53b51namefile1280x7202000v31jpg.jpg)
Hurricane Helene roared ashore late Thursday in Floridas Big Bend region as a Category 4 hurricane with 140 mph (225 kph) winds.
![VIDEO: Eversource crews head south to help with Helene damage [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316518_0_https3A2F2Fdo0bihdskp9dycloudfrontnet2F093020242Ftf5d9849561a045d9802b958a8bb46e79namefile1280x7202000v31jpg.jpg)
Eversource workers from Connecticut headed to Virginia to help restore power in the wake of Helene.
![How to Get Started Owning a Franchise [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316515_0_802439jpg.jpg)
Owning a franchise can be an exciting and rewarding business opportunity. It allows you to operate under a well-known brand while benefiting from established systems and support. However, diving into franchising requires careful planning and consideration. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to get started owning a franchise. 1. Understand What a Franchise IsA franchise […]
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“Right now a serious housing shortage is part of what’s driving up costs, so we will cut the red tape and work with the private sector to build 3 million new homes.”
![MORNING BUSINESS REPORT: Ports prepare to close, EV sales stall, new cybersecurity threat [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316497_0_https3A2F2Fdo0bihdskp9dycloudfrontnet2F093020242Fte4acc6576ee1444dab2d817b09ebc103namefile1280x7202000v31jpg.jpg)
Ports prepare to close for a strike, EV sales have stalled, and a new cybersecurity threat. Here’s the Morning Business Report for Sept. 30.
![Schools to rally for increased funding as pandemic aid runs out [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316491_0_https3A2F2Fdo0bihdskp9dycloudfrontnet2F093020242Ft13609922553946fe8d0c565aa44a8bdcnamefile1280x7202000v31jpg.jpg)
Lawmakers will join New Haven educators, parents, students, and other elected and community leaders Monday, calling for increased federal and state funding and
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Authorities say the incident happened when the plane hit some trees during its second approach to the runway, resulting in a crash and fire.
![Laurene Powell Jobs bets on AI startups [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316479_0_1064201881583178383555gettyimages850325410jpeg.jpg)
Emerson Collective has participated in AI funding rounds totaling more than $1 billion, according to data provided exclusively to CNBC by Fintrx.
![Possible port strike could cause shortages in US stores [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316467_0_https3A2F2Fdo0bihdskp9dycloudfrontnet2F093020242Ftc4819b3a05ba4cc49155ff1fbabb744bnamefile1280x7202000v31jpg.jpg)
Consumers may soon have trouble finding some of their favorite products if a potential strike goes through.
![Temple Mall closure hits small businesses: Community urged to support local owners [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_316461_0_524e852d5e6b423a8e4e97a7ef8b4fd61140x641jpg.jpg)
The City of Temple has closed the Temple Mall due to unresolved fire code violations, leaving small business owners and employees facing temporary closures.