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On July 22, Alderete Frank Jr., JR. Frank Alderete and Alderete Cynthia Gonzales purchased a property at 3819 W. Wisteria Circle, Sugar Land from First America Homes Ltd.

11110 Dawson Springs Drive, Richmond purchased by Kelly Kim Nguyen, Qui Ma Wade and Kim Nguyen Kelly

On July 22, Kelly Kim Nguyen, Qui Ma Wade and Kim Nguyen Kelly purchased a property at 11110 Dawson Springs Drive, Richmond from Jennifer M Dean, A. Dean Jeffrey and M Dean Jennifer.

19323 Lincoln Heights Lane, Richmond unloaded by Zeeshan Hussain and Khan Zeehshan F.

On July 22, Saturnino Reynoso purchased a property at 19323 Lincoln Heights Lane, Richmond from Zeeshan Hussain and Khan Zeehshan F.

7002 Spruce View Court, Richmond sold by Umrani Naseem Muneer

A property at 7002 Spruce View Court, Richmond was sold on July 22 by Umrani Naseem Muneer for $94,080. The buyers were Umrani Rabail and Umrani Momal.

6505 Fm 723 Road, Richmond purchased by Pavlu Joel Cliyde, Harris Pavlu Jennifer and Jennifer Harris Pavlu

On July 22, Pavlu Joel Cliyde, Harris Pavlu Jennifer and Jennifer Harris Pavlu purchased a property at 6505 Fm 723 Road, Richmond from K Hovnanian of Houston II LLC.

Thomas Muñoz appointed as new chief of Houston Fire Department

Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Thomas Muñoz as the new chief of the Houston Fire Department.

Rep. Troy E. Nehls urges DHS action on Venezuelan prisoners

Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has sent a third letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, addressing concerns about violent criminals being released from Venezuelan prisons and entering the United States through migrant caravans. Congressmen Byron Donalds (R-FL-19), Randy Weber (R-TX-14), and Pete Stauber (R-MN-08) co-signed the letter, urging Secretary Mayorkas to prevent Venezuelans from entering the country, deport those already released pending immigration proceedings, and initiate a moratorium on all Venezuelan migration until...

McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris administration's border policies

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, issued a statement following his vote for H.Res. 1371, a resolution condemning the Biden administration and Vice President Harris for their handling of border security.

New UH method enhances accuracy in thermal imaging for diverse applications

A new method to measure the continuous spectrum of light, developed in the lab of University of Houston professor of electrical and computer engineering Jiming Bao, is set to improve thermal imaging and infrared thermography. These techniques are used to measure and visualize temperature distributions without direct contact with the subject being photographed.

House passes appropriations bill with $2.4 million for South Texas

The House passed the Interior Appropriations bill on Wednesday, July 24, including more than $2.4 million in funding for projects across South Texas.

HISD hosting career information sessions for prospective school nurses

HISD’s Health and Medical department is organizing two virtual Career Information Sessions for individuals interested in becoming school nurses within the District.

Lamar valedictorian aims for change through activism

By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2024

During his 13 years in the Houston Independent School District (HISD), Lamar High School graduate Michael Hamad achieved numerous accolades. He maintained perfect attendance from kindergarten through his senior year and was named the 2024 senior class valedictorian. Despite his impressive academic record, Hamad's ambitions extend beyond personal achievements. He envisions a brighter and more equitable future and has concrete plans to realize it.

Senate passes bill targeting illegal synthetic drug financing

By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2024

The Senate has passed H.R. 1076, the Preventing the Financing of Illegal Synthetic Drugs Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas) in February 2023. The legislation aims to prevent the financing of illegal synthetic drugs. With its passage in both the House and the Senate, it now awaits the President’s signature to become law.

McCaul supports passage of Water Resources Development Act

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) praised the passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA) out of the U.S. House of Representatives. This bipartisan bill aims to strengthen and preserve water projects and infrastructure throughout Texas and the United States.

Chairman Nehls addresses rail safety post-East Palestine derailment

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

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

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

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

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