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Texas Transports Over 105,000 Migrants To Sanctuary Cities

Texas Governor Greg Abbott, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard, continues to make significant strides in securing the border and combating criminal activity. Since the commencement of Operation Lone Star, a joint initiative, there have been more than 504,900 illegal immigrant apprehensions and over 40,600 criminal arrests, with over 36,300 felony charges. Additionally, Texas law enforcement has seized a staggering 469 million lethal doses of fentanyl during this mission.As part of the operation, Texas has...


Match Madness at Fertitta Family College of Medicine

Medical students at the University of Houston's Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine recently celebrated their own version of March Madness known as Match Day. This event marks a significant milestone for the graduating students as they discover where they will spend their residencies.According to Dr. Stephen Spann, founding dean of the Fertitta Family College of Medicine, Match Day represents the culmination of years of hard work and dedication by the students. He expressed pride in their accomplishments and wished them success in their future endeavors.Dr....


Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Disabled Veterans Housing Needs

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has introduced the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the inconsistent treatment of disabled veterans seeking housing assistance. The bill seeks to rectify the unjust disqualification of veterans receiving disability income through the Department of Veterans Affairs from certain HUD programs. This issue has been highlighted during Financial Services Committee hearings.In a statement, Congresswoman De La Cruz emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "Our disabled veterans have...


1319 Caravelle Court, Katy purchased by Kelly Beth and Khalil Jamal Frazier

On March 12, Kelly Beth and Khalil Jamal Frazier purchased a property at 1319 Caravelle Court, Katy from John David Huncharek.


Wayne Frazier David and Joe Bionat sell 2019 Reddington Road, Sugar Land

On March 12, Frazier Elena Bionat purchased a property at 2019 Reddington Road, Sugar Land from Wayne Frazier David and Joe Bionat.


Lennar Homes of Texas Sales and Marketing Ltd. and US Home LLC sell 2919 Cottonwood School Road, Rosenberg

A property at 2919 Cottonwood School Road, Rosenberg was sold on March 11 by Lennar Homes of Texas Sales and Marketing Ltd. and US Home LLC for $2,340. The buyers were Yan Fang Zhao and Rihua Wu.


510 Heatherton Hill Drive, Rosenberg sold on March 11

On March 11, Xuan Zhang and Tan Lingna purchased a property at 510 Heatherton Hill Drive, Rosenberg from Fuentes Jose L. and Christine M. Fuentes.


2011 Manor Drive, Pecan Grove purchased by Kinjal Maniar

On March 11, Kinjal Maniar purchased a property at 2011 Manor Drive, Pecan Grove from Mitul Maniar.


7323 Summer Trail Drive, Greatwood unloaded by Vignesh Pillai

A property at 7323 Summer Trail Drive, Greatwood was sold on March 11 by Vignesh Pillai for $376,690. The buyers were Palanisamy Nandesh and Shobana Gayathiri Nandesh Kumar and Gayathiri Nandesh Kumar Shobana.


2715 Long Lane Road, Orchard purchased by Wayne Dolejsi Corey and Wayne Dolejsi Cory

On March 11, Wayne Dolejsi Corey and Wayne Dolejsi Cory purchased a property at 2715 Long Lane Road, Orchard from Jamie and Sarah Reber.


Governor Abbott Celebrates Bond Between UK, Texas During Margaret Thatcher Centre Lecture In London

Governor Greg Abbott recently highlighted the strong bond between the United Kingdom and Texas during a lecture at The Margaret Thatcher Centre in London. The Governor's speech was part of his economic development trip to the UK, where he emphasized the shared values of freedom, democracy, and hard work between the two regions."President Ronald Reagan and Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher both shared a love for freedom and opportunity," Governor Abbott stated during his speech. He emphasized the importance of upholding these principles and working together to protect the...


Summer Program Builds Next-Generation Cardiovascular Researchers

Bradley McConnell, professor of pharmacology at the UH College of Pharmacy, expressed his excitement about the University of Houston Cardiovascular Undergraduate Research Experience (UH-CURE) program, stating, “We will offer a transdisciplinary research experience and a toolbox of translatable skills to prepare them for success.”The new summer research program, led by McConnell and Tho Tran, research assistant professor of chemistry at the UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, aims to engage minority and underrepresented students in hands-on cardiovascular...


Financial Terms of Historic Houston Firefighter Agreement Announced

Mayor John Whitmire expressed his satisfaction with the historic $650 million settlement reached with the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association, stating, "I told the voters I would honor their decision to put public safety first and treat our brave paramedics and firefighters in the fair and equitable manner they deserve. I am proud to deliver on that promise."HPFFA President Patrick M. "Marty" Lancton also praised the agreement, calling it unprecedented, saying, "This agreement is like none other we have ever seen, or perhaps will ever see and the best for the...


Mendoza & Hawitt Holdings Co. LLC and Mendoza and Hawitt Holdings Co. LLC unload 5002 Pineridge Drive, Sugar Land

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.


Hong Yu purchases 3027 Garden Lane, Sugar Land, appraised at $193,540

On March 11, Hong Yu purchased a property at 3027 Garden Lane, Sugar Land from Fountain Investment Group LP and Alice Miyaoka.


27011 Hoyt Lane, Katy acquired by Elizabeth Watts Kayla

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.


27826 Arbury Crest Court, Katy unloaded by Westin Homes and Properties LP and Tfr Properties LLC

On March 11, Agyei Matilda Nhyiraba purchased a property at 27826 Arbury Crest Court, Katy from Westin Homes and Properties LP and Tfr Properties LLC.


Luttrell Votes to Protect Americans from CCP Influence

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

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

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...