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24510 Stone Falcon Lane, Katy purchased by Ileana Alzira D'Cruz
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
On April 15, Ileana Alzira D'Cruz purchased a property at 24510 Stone Falcon Lane, Katy from Ileana Alzira D'Cruz and Samira Angelica D'Cruz.
4011 Lawton Landing Lane, Katy sold by Perry Homes LLC
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
On April 15, Vaishali Modi purchased a property at 4011 Lawton Landing Lane, Katy from Perry Homes LLC.
Salim Waqas Ahmad buys 25002 Castle Peak Court, Katy
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
On April 15, Salim Waqas Ahmad purchased a property at 25002 Castle Peak Court, Katy from Amber Hasnain.
Sam Van Trieu and Andy Le Trieu Until acquire 21615 Spring Vine Lane, Katy, appraised at $203,360
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
On April 15, Sam Van Trieu and Andy Le Trieu Until purchased a property at 21615 Spring Vine Lane, Katy from Tfianh Thuy Le.
23130 San Nicholas Place, Katy sold by Eht of Texaslp
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
On April 15, Yong Chen and Cheng Cheng purchased a property at 23130 San Nicholas Place, Katy from Eht of Texaslp.
John and Neena Brownlee acquire 12263 Monticeto Lane, Meadows Place, appraised at $190,200
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
On April 15, John and Neena Brownlee purchased a property at 12263 Monticeto Lane, Meadows Place from Patrisha Kimberly McEachern.
4103 Lake Vista Circle, Missouri City purchased by Nini Lisa Karen
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
A property at 4103 Lake Vista Circle, Missouri City was sold on April 15 by Pitts Charles David for $340,570. The buyer was Nini Lisa Karen.
Arnoby A. Rosero Moncayo unloads 915 Foxborrough Lane, Missouri City
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
A property at 915 Foxborrough Lane, Missouri City was sold on April 15 by Arnoby A. Rosero Moncayo for $152,180. The buyer was Saido Kalonda.
McCaul Criticizes Senate for Dismissing Articles of Impeachment Against Mayorkas
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) expressed his discontent with the Senate's decision to dismiss the articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. McCaul, who was a House impeachment manager in Mayorkas' trial, and chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, voiced his concerns regarding the Senate Democrats' vote."Under Secretary Mayorkas’ watch, approximately 9 million people have illegally crossed the border — including more than 300 people on the terror watch list — and...
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Introduces Legislation for Selena Commemorative Coin
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz introduced legislation Tuesday, April 16th, to honor the legacy of Selena Quintanilla. In a speech on the House floor, De La Cruz expressed, "It is with great honor and profound respect that I introduced this legislation on what would have been Selena’s 53rd birthday." The legislation aims to celebrate Selena's musical achievements and enduring influence as a trailblazer for Hispanic artists.Through the legislation, a commemorative coin produced by the U.S. Mint will celebrate Selena's extraordinary life and career. The Queen of Tejano...
City of Houston Partners with Apache Corporation to Plant 2,500 Trees for Earth Day HTX 2024
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
The City of Houston is celebrating Earth Day 2024 with a large-scale tree planting event, thanks to a partnership with Apache Corporation. According to the Mayor's Office, "Apache supports the City’s sustainability efforts through charitable donations for events such as the 2024 Tour de Houston bike ride, and this historic, first-ever, City of Houston Earth Day mass tree-planting event."City officials, Apache employees, and community volunteers will gather at Watonga Park on Monday, April 22, 2024, to plant 2,500 trees to commemorate Earth Day. Mayor John Whitmire and...
Pradeep Sharma Wins PNAS Cozzarelli Prize for Paper on Musical Perception
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
Pradeep Sharma, the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished University Professor of Mechanical Engineering and interim dean of the Cullen College of Engineering, has been awarded the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) 2023 Cozzarelli Prize for his groundbreaking paper on musical perception.Sharma's paper, titled "A minimal physics-based model for musical perception," delves into the intricate world of musical perception and seeks to answer the question of why some individuals have a superior ability to hear music compared to others. The paper...
Chairman Nehls Statement from Hearing on the Commuter Rail Industry
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
Washington, D.C. - Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Chairman Troy Nehls (R-TX) delivered opening remarks at a hearing on the commuter rail industry, emphasizing the importance of developing safe, efficient, and cost-effective commuter rail services that meet public demands.Nehls highlighted the significance of investments and innovation in rail infrastructure to enhance the American transportation system while ensuring a balance between Federal policies, consumer demand, and taxpayer dollars.Discussing the impact of technology on commuter rail,...
HISD’s Counseling Department Hosts Virtual Career Information Sessions
By Houston Daily | Apr 17, 2024
HISD’s Counseling Department is hosting two virtual Career Information Sessions for those interested in becoming a school counselor in the District. The sessions are scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 30, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and on Tuesday, May 21, from 4 to 5 p.m.According to the HISD’s Counseling Department, the sessions will provide crucial information on various aspects related to the career path, including the recruitment and selection process, eligibility requirements, compensation, and benefits. In the words of the department, "Sessions will include...
McCaul Delivers Mayorkas Impeachment Articles to the Senate
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), a House impeachment manager in the trial of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, joined his fellow impeachment managers in transmitting and presenting the two articles of impeachment against Secretary Mayorkas to the United States Senate."Secretary Mayorkas took an oath to protect the country from enemies both foreign and domestic," said Rep. McCaul. "For the past three years, he has repeatedly violated that oath,...
McCaul Joins Event Announcing Proposed $6.4 Billion CHIPS Grant for Samsung in Texas
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
Taylor, Texas – Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — author of the CHIPS for America Act — joined Samsung executives and federal, state, and local officials for an event to celebrate the announcement that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Samsung Electronics have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms to provide up to $6.4 billion in direct funding through the CHIPS for America Act. The funds would expand Samsung’s semiconductor manufacturing operations in Taylor, Texas."I authored and introduced the CHIPS for America Act to reshore and...
McCaul Confronts Sec. Mayorkas on Failure to Enforce the Law
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) confronted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on his alleged failures to enforce the nation's immigration laws. During the exchange, McCaul accused Mayorkas of violating his oath and neglecting his responsibilities.McCaul criticized Mayorkas for his approach to enforcing the Immigration and Nationality Act, emphasizing the mandatory language of the law. He pointed out that Mayorkas instructed border patrol agents not to consider prior criminal conduct when taking enforcement...
Bill to Improve Oil and Gas Royalties Management Advances in Congress
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
Congressman Wesley Hunt's legislation, H.R. 7377 - The Royalty Resiliency Act, has made significant progress as it passed out of the House Natural Resources Committee. The bill aims to amend the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 1982 to enhance the management of royalties from oil and gas leases.One of the key provisions of the bill addresses the issue of royalty payments based on land ownership. Currently, lessees are required to pay the Federal Government a 100% royalty rate on production until a communization agreement is approved, even if the government...
McCaul Praises the House Armed Services Committee's Quality of Life Panel Report
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX) has commended the House Armed Services Committee's Quality of Life Panel's bipartisan report, emphasizing the importance of improving U.S. servicemembers' quality of life. “Our servicemembers selflessly signed up to defend our country. We must ensure that they have the proper resources to adequately care for themselves and their family,” said Rep. McCaul. McCaul further highlighted the significance of quality of life in the recruitment and retention of troops, stating that it is vital for U.S. military readiness and...
Nourishing Hope and Success: Cougar Cupboard Expands to Meet Growing Demand
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
In January 2020, the Cougar Cupboard first opened its doors at the University of Houston to address food insecurity among students. The program manager, Jessica Haney, reflects on the rapid growth of the initiative, stating, “We went from a few hundred visits per semester to a few thousand visits and gradually took over some offices, but we just couldn’t expand that space any further.”With a 1900% increase in usage from Fall 2020 to Spring 2023, the Cougar Cupboard initiated a search for a new, larger space. Now, after nearly a year, the cupboard is moving to University...