Houston Daily News
Houston principals honored with $30K Virani Award by TFA
By Houston Daily | Sep 11, 2025
Dr. Asha and Farid Virani, in collaboration with Teach For America Houston, have announced the 2025 recipients of the Virani Distinguished School Leader Award.
Governor Abbott announces next Small Business Summit set for Eagle Pass
By Houston Daily | Sep 11, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Eagle Pass on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Truc Khac Nguyen and Thu Anh Cao Family Trust acquire 24510 Stone Falcon Lane, Katy, appraised at $246,496
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
A property at 24510 Stone Falcon Lane, Katy was sold on Sept. 8 by Truc Nguyen and Thu Anh Cao for $246,496. The buyers were Truc Khac Nguyen and Thu Anh Cao Family Trust.
Brent and Jennifer Smith purchase 1602 Rock Fence Drive, Pecan Grove, appraised at $226,880
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
A property at 1602 Rock Fence Drive, Pecan Grove was sold on Sept. 8 by Cathy Ann Santerre for $226,880. The buyers were Brent and Jennifer Smith.
1807 Cypress Drive, Richmond purchased by Melissa Denise Jackson
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
On Sept. 8, Melissa Denise Jackson purchased a property at 1807 Cypress Drive, Richmond from Newton 1TEATHER.
Ankit Shah and Malisha Christian unload 2706 West St., Rosenberg
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
On Sept. 8, Austin Jolley purchased a property at 2706 West St., Rosenberg from Ankit Shah and Malisha Christian.
University of Houston researchers publish new findings on Martian climate patterns
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
Researchers at the University of Houston have made significant progress in understanding Mars' climate.
University of Houston delivers advanced vision aids to visually impaired children
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
The University of Houston Center for Sight Enhancement has partnered with Sight Savers America to deliver high-tech vision aids to 30 local children who are visually impaired.
Aviation leaders discuss modernization efforts at third bipartisan working group session
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls and Representative Sharice Davids have issued a joint statement after the third session of the bipartisan Air Traffic Control (ATC) and National Airspace System (NAS) Modernization Working Group.
House passes FY26 defense bill with provisions from Rep. Luttrell
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) has issued a statement following the passage of H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery (SPEED) and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 in the U.S....
Babin supports FY2026 defense bill highlighting funding increases for U.S. military
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
Congressman Brian Babin of Texas's 36th district has expressed his support for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) following its passage in the House.
University of Houston receives $3.6M grant for research on blindness-causing gene
By Houston Daily | Sep 10, 2025
A research team at the University of Houston has received a grant exceeding $3.6 million from the National Eye Institute to study the PRPH2 gene, which is vital for normal vision but can cause retinal diseases and blindness when mutated.
University of Houston School of Theatre & Dance announces diverse performances for 2025-26 season
By Houston Daily | Sep 9, 2025
The University of Houston School of Theatre & Dance has announced its 2025-26 season lineup, which will include a range of theatrical and dance performances.
University of Houston Energy completes inaugural study abroad program focused on sustainability
By Houston Daily | Sep 9, 2025
University of Houston Energy students participated in their first study abroad trip to Argentina this May.
6211 Oxford Lake Drive, Cumings purchased by Elizabeth Obianuju and Paulinus Osita Okoye
By Houston Daily | Sep 8, 2025
A property at 6211 Oxford Lake Drive, Cumings was sold on Sept. 5 by Karen Alicia Vogel for $197,800. The buyers were Elizabeth Obianuju and Paulinus Osita Okoye.
Hector and Tina Casillas acquire 33011 Wakefield Court, Weston Lakes, appraised at $647,104
By Houston Daily | Sep 8, 2025
On Sept. 5, Hector and Tina Casillas purchased a property at 33011 Wakefield Court, Weston Lakes from The Undersigned Brian and Violet Robertson.
4206 Ferro St., Stafford sold by Christian Raul and Courtny Nicole Munoz
By Houston Daily | Sep 8, 2025
A property at 4206 Ferro St., Stafford was sold on Sept. 5 by Christian Raul and Courtny Nicole Munoz for $251,800. The buyer was Joylynn Mai.
115 Pitts Road, Pecan Grove sold on Sept. 5
By Houston Daily | Sep 8, 2025
A property at 115 Pitts Road, Pecan Grove was sold on Sept. 5 by Praveen Nair and Madhuri Mangipudi for $226,232. The buyers were Praveen Nair and Madhuri Mangipudi.
539 Teakwood Ave., Fresno purchased by Alam Garcia Cruz
By Houston Daily | Sep 8, 2025
On Sept. 5, Alam Garcia Cruz purchased a property at 539 Teakwood Ave., Fresno from Juan Chavelo-Lopez.
12111 Laurel Court, Stafford acquired by Lee Wells Joseph (living trust)
By Houston Daily | Sep 8, 2025
A property at 12111 Laurel Court, Stafford was sold on Sept. 5 by Joseph Lee Wells for $196,704. The buyer was Lee Wells Joseph (living trust).