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News from March 2024
27011 Hoyt Lane, Katy acquired by Elizabeth Watts Kayla
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
A property at 27011 Hoyt Lane, Katy was sold on March 11 by Legend Classic Homes Ltd. for $532,704. The buyer was Elizabeth Watts Kayla.
Hong Yu purchases 3027 Garden Lane, Sugar Land, appraised at $193,540
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
On March 11, Hong Yu purchased a property at 3027 Garden Lane, Sugar Land from Fountain Investment Group LP and Alice Miyaoka.
Mendoza & Hawitt Holdings Co. LLC and Mendoza and Hawitt Holdings Co. LLC unload 5002 Pineridge Drive, Sugar Land
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
A property at 5002 Pineridge Drive, Sugar Land was sold on March 11 by Mendoza & Hawitt Holdings Co. LLC and Mendoza and Hawitt Holdings Co. LLC for $746,363. The buyers were Roberto Nicolas Hawit Murillo, Murillo Robert Nicolas Hawit and Hernandez Iris Hermelinda Flores.
Luttrell Votes to Protect Americans from CCP Influence
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
WASHINGTON – Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) today voted in support of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. This bipartisan legislation, which passed out of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce by a vote of 50-0, aims to protect Americans and prevent foreign adversaries, such as China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia, from targeting, surveilling, and manipulating the American people through online applications. The bill does not outright ban TikTok but requires that TikTok separate itself from control by the Chinese Communist...
Crenshaw Backs House Bill to Protect Americans’ Data from Communist China and other Rogue Nations
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
Washington, DC – Today, the House of Representatives passed the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversaries Act, a bill aimed at safeguarding Americans' data from foreign adversaries such as China. Congressman Dan Crenshaw, who voted in favor of the bill, emphasized the importance of protecting American citizens from potential threats posed by online applications like TikTok."Data is power, and the Chinese are using TikTok to collect information from millions of Americans to use as cultural and psychological warfare against us," said Congressman Crenshaw. "We must...
Houston Man Sentenced to 77 Years for 2019 Murder
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
A Houston man has been sentenced to 77 years in prison for the 2019 murder of 30-year-old Marcus Ealy. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg expressed her condolences, stating, “We mourn with the family for the loss of this young man who was gunned down in the prime of his life.” Ogg emphasized the shocking nature of the crime, which took place in broad daylight, saying, “We sought justice for the victim and the family, and now this defendant will spend decades, and maybe his whole life, in prison.”Cory Cornell Parker, 32, was convicted of murder by a Harris County jury...
Mayor Whitmire Announces Members of Independent Review Committee
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
In an effort to ensure transparency and prioritize the victims of reported crimes, Mayor John Whitmire of Houston has appointed a group of individuals to form the Independent Review Committee. The committee's main focus will be to assess the Houston Police Department's handling and resolution of suspended incident reports dating back to 2016.Mayor Whitmire emphasized the diverse expertise of the committee members, stating, "The Independent Review Committee members represent a cross-section of the experience, credibility, and representation of individuals across the City...
Governor Abbott Signs Statement Of Mutual Cooperation With The United Kingdom
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott and United Kingdom Secretary of State for Business and Trade Kemi Badenoch have signed a Statement of Mutual Cooperation (SMC) to strengthen the economic partnership between Texas and the United Kingdom. The signing ceremony took place at 10 Downing Street in London.Governor Abbott expressed the importance of the partnership, stating, "Strengthening the bond between Texas and the United Kingdom is crucial for our shared economies to prosper. By signing this Statement of Mutual Cooperation today, we will further promote economic growth on both sides of...
Governor Abbott Announces SBA Assistance For Panhandle Wildfires
By Houston Daily | Mar 13, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved disaster declarations for Texas communities impacted by wildfires in the Panhandle region. The affected Texas counties include Armstrong, Carson, Donley, Gray, Hansford, Hemphill, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moore, Potter, Randall, Roberts, Sherman, and Wheeler.Governor Abbott expressed, "These disaster declarations will help Texans in communities affected by the Smokehouse Creek and Windy Deuce wildfires receive critical financial assistance they need as they continue to...
Governor Abbott Hosts Australian Ambassador Rudd, German Minister Hoffmeister-Kraut In Austin
By Houston Daily | Mar 12, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott recently hosted Australian Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Kevin Rudd, and German Minister for Economic Affairs, Labour, and Tourism of Baden-Württemberg, Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut, in Austin. The meetings took place at the Texas Capitol, where discussions revolved around strengthening economic partnerships between Texas and the two countries.During the meeting with Ambassador Rudd, Governor Abbott emphasized the shared interests between Texas and Australia, particularly in energy, biotech, and artificial intelligence sectors. The Governor...
Governor Abbott to Lead Economic Development Trip to United Kingdom
By Houston Daily | Mar 12, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott is set to lead an economic development trip to the United Kingdom, as announced in a press release from the Governor's office. The trip, organized by the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office and the Texas Economic Development Corporation, will see Governor Abbott departing Texas on March 12, 2024, to engage in meetings until March 14, 2024, in London.In a statement, Governor Abbott expressed his optimism about the economic prospects for Texas, stating, "Texas is where the future is building thanks to our young, skilled, diverse, and...
House Passes Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz’s Resolution Denouncing the Biden Administration’s Immigration Policies
By Houston Daily | Mar 12, 2024
Washington D.C. - March 12, 2024Today, the House of Representatives passed H.Res. 1065, a resolution authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz that denounces the Biden administration's immigration policies. The resolution addresses the pressing issues surrounding border security and immigration enforcement."The current state of our nation's border security is unsustainable," said Rep. De La Cruz. "The policies put forth by the Biden administration have resulted in the worst border security crisis in our nation's history, endangering our communities and straining our...
Governor Abbott Releases 2024 Report To The People Of Texas
By Houston Daily | Mar 12, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has released his 2024 Report to the People of Texas, reflecting on the accomplishments of 2023 and outlining his vision for the future. In his fifth report since taking office in 2015, Governor Abbott highlighted the state's commitment to freedom, opportunity, and prosperity."We live in a state of infinite possibilities," Governor Abbott stated. "Freedom and opportunity are deeply rooted in the history of our great state. As a result, the Texas of today is where innovation flourishes, where hard work is rewarded, and where Texans prosper."The report...
Integrating Renewables and Machine Learning for Improved Grid Stability
By Houston Daily | Mar 12, 2024
Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are crucial in the fight against climate change, aiming for a net-zero future. However, the transition from traditional synchronous generators to renewable sources poses challenges for power grid stability and reliability.Xingpeng Li, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of Houston, is addressing these challenges with a solution that integrates renewable energy sources seamlessly into the power grid. Li, who received a National Science Foundation CAREER Award for his project, aims...
Governor Abbott Appoints Chair and Members to Texas Board Of Respiratory Care
By Houston Daily | Mar 12, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Nathan Rodrigues and reappointed Latana Jackson and Sonia Sanderson to the Texas Board of Respiratory Care for terms set to expire on February 1, 2029. Additionally, the Governor named Sam “Gregg” Marshall, Ph.D., as chair of the Board. The Board advises the Texas Medical Board, adopts rules to establish the certification and permitting program for respiratory therapists, and sets minimum qualifications for respiratory care practitioners, standards of conduct, and grounds for disciplinary actions.Nathan Rodrigues of Round Rock is an...
CPRIT Grant Supports UH College of Pharmacy Fight Against Rare Genetic Disorder
By Houston Daily | Mar 11, 2024
The University of Houston College of Pharmacy has received a significant boost in the fight against familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) with a $1.4 million grant from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). Ming Hu, Diana S-L. Chow Endowed Professor of Drug Discovery and Development, and Gregory Cuny, Joseph P. & Shirley Shipman Buckley Endowed Professor of Drug Discovery, are leading the charge to develop new drugs to combat this rare genetic disorder."We propose to develop locally bioavailable (i.e., no systemic exposure and toxicities) selective...
Textbook Access Program Saving Money, Time for UH Students
By Houston Daily | Mar 11, 2024
The University of Houston (UH) has implemented the Cougar Textbook Access Program (CTAP) to alleviate the financial burden of purchasing textbooks for its students. The program offers all undergraduate students the required course materials for a flat fee, resulting in significant cost savings.Christian Avalos, a student at UH's C. T. Bauer College of Business, expressed his satisfaction with CTAP, stating, "CTAP has removed the financial stressors and inconveniences that come with the use of virtual textbooks and has allowed me to focus more on learning."Similarly,...
2019 Stetson Place Court, Pecan Grove purchased by Favor Realty Inc.
By Houston Daily | Mar 10, 2024
A property at 2019 Stetson Place Court, Pecan Grove was sold on March 8 by Newline Investors Inc. for $228,936. The buyer was Favor Realty Inc.
302 Lombardy Drive, Sugar Land unloaded by Huang Rong Da, Juan Xu Xiao and Xiao Juan Xu
By Houston Daily | Mar 10, 2024
A property at 302 Lombardy Drive, Sugar Land was sold on March 8 by Huang Rong Da, Juan Xu Xiao and Xiao Juan Xu for $939,840. The buyers were Huang Rong Da, Juan Xu Xiao, Xiao Juan Xu and Allison Huang.
4307 Stonecroft Circle, Cinco Ranch acquired by Gregg Thad and Nubia E. Gilliam
By Houston Daily | Mar 10, 2024
On March 6, Gregg Thad and Nubia E. Gilliam purchased a property at 4307 Stonecroft Circle, Cinco Ranch from Martin and Margret Melhuus.