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Chairman Nehls addresses rail safety post-East Palestine derailment
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
Washington, D.C. - Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) delivered opening remarks at today's hearing titled "Examining the State of Rail Safety in the Aftermath of the Derailment in East Palestine, Ohio."
Legislation introduced aiming at enhancing US railroad safety
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, and Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA-06) introduced the Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2024. This legislation incorporates the Railway Safety Act of 2023, introduced by Senators J.D. Vance (R-OH) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and includes four significant safety provisions aimed at increasing the safety of the nation’s rail network.
Houston honors late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee with lying-in-state ceremony
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
The late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will be honored by lying in state at the Houston City Hall rotunda on Monday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mayor John Whitmire will welcome her family, faith leaders, dignitaries, and the public as they...
McCaul calls for resignation of Secret Service director following site visit
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
BUTLER, Pennsylvania – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued a statement today after visiting the site of President Trump's attempted assassination in Butler, Pennsylvania. McCaul was joined by Committee Chairman Mark Green (R-Tenn.) and a bipartisan delegation. The United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has not visited the rally site.
HISD spotlights Dr. Alisa Zapata as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
Dr. Alisa Zapata has served as principal of Westside High School since 2022, where she and her team work to provide a vital, engaging educational experience for their zoned students, Westside’s STEAM magnet, and Futures Academy of Health Science students. She is this week’s HISD Star Educator.
Congressman McCaul questions Pennsylvania police on security failures at Trump rally
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, questioned Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police Colonel Christopher L. Paris during a Homeland Security Committee hearing investigating the attempted assassination of President Trump.
Houston educators return as students at UH's annual Common Ground Institute
By Houston Daily | Jul 22, 2024
More than 30 Houston-area K-12 educators are returning to the classroom this summer, not as teachers but as students. The University of Houston Honors College and Inprint are providing this opportunity through the annual Common Ground Teachers Institute, now in its 35th year.
House passes De La Cruz's HUD Transparency Act
By Houston Daily | Jul 22, 2024
Today, the House of Representatives passed the HUD Transparency Act (H.R. 7280), authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15). The bipartisan legislation mandates annual testimony from the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) before Congress, marking a significant step toward enhancing oversight and efficiency within the department.
University of Houston researchers discover key mechanism for skeletal muscle regeneration
By Houston Daily | Jul 22, 2024
Newly published research from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy identifies key mechanisms of skeletal muscle regeneration and growth following resistance exercise. This finding opens the door to developing targeted therapies for various muscle disorders, such as Muscular Dystrophy, which affect millions worldwide.
University mourns passing of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
By Houston Daily | Jul 22, 2024
The University of Houston mourns the passing of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who died on Friday, July 19, at the age of 74. She was one of the longest-serving members of Texas’ congressional delegation and represented Houston’s 18th Congressional District for 30 years. Throughout her tenure, she tirelessly advocated for the interests of her constituents, including the University of Houston, its students, faculty and staff, and the Third Ward community where UH is located.
3014 Turtle Creek Drive, Rosenberg acquired by LA Tpaul Yeh and Carolina I Camacho
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
On July 19, LA Tpaul Yeh and Carolina I Camacho purchased a property at 3014 Turtle Creek Drive, Rosenberg from Caliope and Erin Graham Chin.
L. Poe and C. Jane Poe Bobby (trust) and Bobby L Poe the buy 4610 Weston Drive, Weston Lakes
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 4610 Weston Drive, Weston Lakes was sold on July 19 by Bobby and C. Poe for $192,336. The buyers were L. Poe and C. Jane Poe Bobby (trust) and Bobby L Poe the.
Douglas Dale and Monica Alkhoury Henry acquire 7727 Church St., Needville, appraised at $136,350
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
On July 19, Douglas Dale and Monica Alkhoury Henry purchased a property at 7727 Church St., Needville from Christian and Natalie Jackson and Natalie Al-Khoury.
6406 Scarlet Ridge Court, New Territory sold on July 19
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 6406 Scarlet Ridge Court, New Territory was sold on July 19 by Lawrence and Karen H. Uresti for $233,288. The buyers were Manuel Matthew and Manuel Mariam.
2843 Hollingsworth Pine Lane, Katy purchased by Seunghyun and Sunjung Park
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 2843 Hollingsworth Pine Lane, Katy was sold on July 19 by Jorge Enrique Mantilla and Luisa Aguas for $557,320. The buyers were Seunghyun and Sunjung Park.
Elisa P Shutler, David Thomas Shutter and Huland buy 7011 Krause Drive, Houston
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 7011 Krause Drive, Houston was sold on July 19 by Homes-Houston LLC and 7 17 Margare Vasqu E Assistant Secretary for $138,350. The buyers were Elisa P Shutler, David Thomas Shutter and Huland.
16339 Vallejo Drive, Houston acquired by Perrillagroup LLC
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 16339 Vallejo Drive, Houston was sold on July 19 by Julia Ye, 1639 Vallejo (trust) and 16339 Vallejo (trust) for $184,450. The buyer was Perrillagroup LLC.
3023 Shawnee Drive, Sugar Land sold on July 19
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
On July 19, Siran Allahverdian purchased a property at 3023 Shawnee Drive, Sugar Land from Lynn D Trimble.
Fuxin Guo unloads 4535 Springfield Lakes St., Sugar Land
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 4535 Springfield Lakes St., Sugar Land was sold on July 19 by Fuxin Guo for $272,220. The buyers were Fuxin Guo and Jinmei LI.
13207 Rosstown Drive, Sugar Land acquired by Aminata Diakite
By Houston Daily | Jul 21, 2024
A property at 13207 Rosstown Drive, Sugar Land was sold on July 19 by D. R. Horton-Texas Ltd. and Dr Horton Texas Ltd. A for $144,078. The buyer was Aminata Diakite.