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3439 Dartmouth Field Lane, Fresno acquired by Anaya Real Investor LLC

A property at 3439 Dartmouth Field Lane, Fresno was sold on July 17 by Real Equity Tx LLC for $112,590. The buyer was Anaya Real Investor LLC.


4422 Ivy Lane, Fresno purchased by Yahir Ramirez Garcia

On July 17, Yahir Ramirez Garcia purchased a property at 4422 Ivy Lane, Fresno from Tania Duarte Casco and Jose Luis Casco Andino.


4407 Avery Bay Court, Fresno sold by Mimi Quynh Mach and Bao Quoc Vu

A property at 4407 Avery Bay Court, Fresno was sold on July 17 by Mimi Quynh Mach and Bao Quoc Vu for $230,750. The buyers were Tiana Th Ngo and Hong Tuan Pham.


Laura Maurine Powers acquires 11810 Meadowdale Lane, Meadows Place, appraised at $191,144

On July 17, Laura Maurine Powers purchased a property at 11810 Meadowdale Lane, Meadows Place from James A. and Vada E. Powers.


3459 Smart Sands Lane, Fulshear purchased by Dan Chen

On July 17, Dan Chen purchased a property at 3459 Smart Sands Lane, Fulshear from Zi Fan Shi.


Harris County Public Health official: 'Just wash the fruits and vegetables' to avoid common summertime illness

An increase in infections caused by an intestinal parasite has caused health officials in Harris and Fort Bend counties to urge the public to be diligent about washing fruits, vegetables and their hands. Cases of cyclosporiasis typically increase between April and August, and are associated with consumption of fresh produce.


Patrick on Paxton impeachment gag order: 'All 31 senators and I are subject to communication rules which prohibit discussing the merits of the trial'

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick ordered silence from the participants in the upcoming impeachment trial of suspended Texas attorney general Ken Paxton on July 17. Patrick said in a statement released by the Office of the Texas Lieutenant Governor that he has fielded many questions about the trial, which is slated for Sept. 5.


Newly appointed HCC interim chancellor Ford Fisher: 'What we’re going to do is focus on a talent-strong Houston and also a talent-strong Texas'

The Houston Community College (HCC) Board of Trustees unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher as the system’s interim chancellor at a special meeting held on July 11.


Houston attorney Zehl on drowning death of North Texas boy: 'This is the kind of tragedy that no parent or family can ever be ready for'

Houston law firm Zehl & Associates are pursuing legal action against Moody Gardens on behalf of a father whose young child fatally drowned in the Galveston hotel's swimming pool during the Fourth of July weekend. Houston Daily previously reported that 4-year-old Asher Rayburn, of Paris, died at the nearby University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) on July 2 after hotel guests retrieved him from the pool.


HFD's Peña: 'Our condolences and prayers for the family, friends, and colleagues of Birmingham firefighter Jordan Melton'

Houston Fire Chief Samuel Peña led the Houston Fire Department (HFD) in mourning the death of Alabama firefighter Jordan Melton, who passed away on July 18 at the age of 28. CBS News reported that Melton was one of two Birmingham firefighters who were shot while on duty earlier this month.


Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Personnel and Procedures Committee met May 16

Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Personnel and Procedures Committee met Tuesday, May 16


Memorial City Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met June 21

Memorial City Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Wednesday, June 21


Howard: 'This transaction marks a significant milestone in Riveron’s growth journey and accelerates our path to becoming the preeminent independent financial consulting firm'

On July 13, H.I.G. Capital, a prominent global alternative investment firm managing $57 billion in capital, announced the successful sale of its portfolio company Riveron to affiliates of Kohlberg & Company. Despite the sale, H.I.G. will maintain its partnership with Riveron through a minority investment.


Texas' Abbott: Colmenero's 'record of experience in state government and expertise in litigation' ideal for interim AG stint

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed Angela Colmenero to be the next interim Texas attorney general, a recent press release from the governor's office said.


New Opportune managing director Kennedy: 'I am delighted to join such a prestigious and reputable energy-focused organization'

Executive Steve Kennedy expressed delight in joining what he described as “a prestigious and reputable energy-focused organization” in Houston-based global business advisory firm Opportune


Gutierrez on U.S. senatorial bid: 'Everything that we’ve seen in this state has been nothing but taking care of rich people'

State Sen. Roland Gutierrez (D-San Antonio) threw his name into the 2024 Texas Democratic primary for U.S. Senate on July 10 and has already taken aim at incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) in the video launching his campaign.


Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Pension Benefits Committee met May 16

Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Pension Benefits Committee met Tuesday, May 16


Five Corners Improvement District Board of Directors met June 16

Five Corners Improvement District Board of Directors met Friday, June 16


Attorney Christine Herbert: 'Fort Bend County does not get to pick and choose who will cover their activities'

The Institute for Justice (IJ) has announced that Justin Pulliam, a citizen journalist In Fort Bend County, TX, won his first court battle in a First-Amendment lawsuit against county Sheriff Eric Fagan, as a federal district court ruled against Fagan’s request to dismiss the suit.


Ogg: $15,000 reward for fugitive pimp shows 'how seriously we in law enforcement and local community groups are' in fighting human trafficking

Harris County District Attorney (DA) Kim Ogg said June 12 that a $15,000 reward offered for information leading to the arrest of alleged human trafficker Thaddeus Allen is an example of law enforcement's commitment to battling the sex trade.