The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), looking to step up competition in cable and video markets, has issued a new set of rules and guidelines for local franchise authorities that regulate cable ...

The International Franchise Association (IFA) announced the launch of “Franchise Means Local,” an awareness campaign with an initial $5 million spend, showcasing the fact that franchises are locally ...

Today, the Coalition to Save Local Businesses (CSLB), a group of local small business owners, franchise brands, and industry associations, applauded the U.S. House of Representatives’ introduction of ...

The Fifties Grill and Dairy, located at 1514 Washington St., is one of two, locally owned restaurants which is in the early stages of becoming a regional franchise. Submitted photo A local restaurant ...

As franchising moves into 2026, success will come down to getting the right balance between technology and the people behind ...