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Abbott signs two bills 'to crack down on illegal street racing and protect Texans'
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 4, 2023
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed two pieces of legislation during a ceremony on Aug. 2 in Fort Worth, both of which aim to curb illegal street racing in Texas by strengthening penalties and giving police extra resources when handling such offenses.
Voyager Midstream CEO 'thrilled to have a strong financial partner like Pearl' following substantial equity commitment
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 3, 2023
The CEO of a Houston-based acquisition and development firm says he's "thrilled" after the company received a substantial equity commitment from an investment firm headquartered in Dallas
Texas A&M Qatar professor's lawsuit 'Is to hold accountable the individuals who create a hostile climate for women'
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 2, 2023
A lawsuit filed in Houston federal court last month accuses Texas A&M University (TAMU) of committing sex discrimination and retaliation against Dr. Sheela Athreya, a professor at the defendant’s Middle Eastern campus in Al Rayyan, Qatar, according to a press release published on PR Newswire on July 31.
Astros on trade for veteran ace Verlander: 'Back where he belongs'
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 2, 2023
With a few hours to go before the 6 p.m. Eastern Major League Baseball (MLB) trade deadline on Aug. 1, the Houston Astros made a swap with the New York Mets that facilitated the return of a familiar face in 40-year-old veteran ace Justin Verlander.
Astros on Valdez's complete game no-hitter: 'Framber's world and we're just living in it'
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 2, 2023
The Houston Astros picked up their 2-0 series-clinching home win over the Cleveland Guardians on Aug. 1, with the victory made all the more significant by left-handed starter Framber Valdez’s career-first no-hitter.
Enterprise Products Partners' Teague: 'Poseidon gas plant represents a strategic addition to our Permian Basin assets'
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 2, 2023
Houston-based midstream energy services provider Enterprise Products Partners announced on July 18 that it has commenced service at its sixth plant in the Midland Basin, the Poseidon cryogenic natural gas processing plant in Glasscock County, TX, according to Businesswire.
Judge Hidalgo : 'Humbled to have been the inspiration' for teen's mural
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 1, 2023
A new mural in the city of Houston has been been dedicated to Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo (D), who took to social media to express gratitude and praise the 15-year-old creator the the mural. According to a release by Houston CBS affiliate Channel 11, the young artist Abby Guerrero chose Hidalgo, as she is the youngest woman to serve as a Harris County chief executive. Hidalgo took to social media to express her gratitude and praise toward the mural’s creator, a young artist identified as 15-year-old Abby Guerrero.
Big Spring announces new strategy and innovation office
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 1, 2023
Big Spring, Texas-based carbon dioxide and compression and measurement systems provider SCS Technologies announced on July 31 that it has opened its new strategy and innovation office at the Ion in Houston’s Midtown neighborhood, according to a Business Wire press release.
'We're grateful for the continued support of the Cleverley Stone Foundation' Houston Food Bank head says on Houston Restaurant Weeks' 20th anniversary
By Houston Daily Report | Aug 1, 2023
Today marks the start of the 20th annual Houston Restaurant Weeks, Houston Food Bank's major annual fundraiser and an event that originally began as a weeklong celebration but has since grown to run through the Labor Day holiday
Houston mayoral candidate: 'Houstonians want a proven leader who understands the issues they care about'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 31, 2023
The Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston (UH) recently published the results of a new survey that points toward a very close race for Houston mayor.
McDermott SVP: 'This agreement marks the commencement of a collaborative relationship' between McDermott and Gevo
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
On July 24, Houston-based engineering and construction solutions provider McDermott entered into a master services agreement (MSA) with Gevo, a biofuel company headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, to work on sustainable aviation fuel facilities, according to Cision PR Newswire.
HCC observes partnership between Coleman College campus and HCA Houston Healthcare
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
Houston Community College (HCC) recently observed the one-year mark of the partnership between its Coleman College for Health Sciences campus and HCA Houston Healthcare, with officials from both entities touting its successes.
Cruz: 'AM radio serves a critical function during emergencies'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) praised the Senate Commerce Committee’s advancement of the "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act," a piece of bipartisan legislation he crafted with U.S. Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA), according to his website.
World Youth Foundation hosts Back 2 School Summit
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
The World Youth Foundation recently hosted their annual Back 2 School Summit that featured performances, vendors, school supplies and more.
Classical Movements to present Grammy-nominated choir concert
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
Classical Movements, a premier concert tour company for choirs and orchestras around the world, will present a free performance by the Emmy Award-winning and Grammy-nominated Philadelphia Boys Choir and Chorale of Philadelphia at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1 at First Presbyterian Church of Houston.
Rep. Cornyn: Biden DOJ border lawsuit 'more than a little ironic'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 28, 2023
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) denounced on the Senate floor on July 26 the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) lawsuit against the State of Texas in relation to the floating barrier in the Rio Grande River, per a press release issued by the lawmaker’s office.
Houston Independent School District: 'Superintendent Miles is previewing the new teacher evaluation system'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 27, 2023
As part of plans to revitalize the Houston school system, Superintendent F. Mike Miles is sharing information about teacher evaluation at the New Education System (NES) Schools in the district and would like public input.
SunGas Renewables CEO: 'New central Louisiana low-carbon marine fuel facility helps strengthen communities and create sustainable economies'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 27, 2023
Houston-based SunGas Renewables announced on July 26 that it formed Beaver Lake Renewable Energy (BLRE), according to a press release.
Turner: 'This trip demonstrates our dedication to strengthening links between Houston and Africa'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 27, 2023
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner recently concluded a three-country trade trip to West Africa, where he visited Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire and Ghana from July 17 to July 25. It was his second official visit to Africa since his visit to South Africa in 2016.
Rice's Rodriguez: 'The online MBA has grown enrollment and contributed to the culture of the school'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 26, 2023
The fifth anniversary of Rice University's online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is being observed this month. The online MBA has become the fastest growing program at the Houston, Texas university's Jones Graduate School of Business since its 2018 launch.