Houston Daily

News from February 2025


1218 Morning Mist Court, Sugar Land sold by Thai Nguyen

A property at 1218 Morning Mist Court, Sugar Land was sold on Feb. 3 by Thai Nguyen for $261,408. The buyer was Tomduyminh Rolling Mill Series LLC.


City of Houston City Council met Feb. 4 & 5

City of Houston City Council met Feb. 4 & 5


Luttrell introduces act to improve troop health screenings

Congressman Morgan Luttrell has introduced the Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025, aiming to enhance health screenings for U.S. troops.


McCaul supports Trump's executive orders targeting Iran and halting UNRWA funding

Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, commented on President Trump's recent executive orders aimed at increasing pressure on Iran and halting U.S. funding for the United Nations Relief...


Congressman Hunt to attend Trump executive order signing on women's sports

At the invitation of former President Trump, Congressman Wesley Hunt will be present at an Executive Order signing ceremony this afternoon.


University of Houston study suggests ancient hotspot shaped Great Lakes

A new study from the University of Houston challenges previous beliefs about the formation of North America's Great Lakes.


Abbott supports Trump's executive order on women's sports

Governor Greg Abbott has expressed his support for President Donald Trump's recent executive order aimed at protecting women's sports in the United States.


Bipartisan bill aims to expand direct primary care access through HSAs

A bipartisan group of U.S. Representatives has reintroduced the Primary Care Enhancement Act, aiming to expand access to Direct Primary Care (DPC).


Houston Office of Business Opportunity Advisory Board met Feb. 4

Houston Office of Business Opportunity Advisory Board met Tuesday, Feb. 4


Texans show strong support for legalizing gambling and marijuana

A recent survey by the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston reveals significant support among Texans for legalizing gambling and marijuana.


Crenshaw proposes cutting funds for universities mandating DEI statements

Congressman Dan Crenshaw has reintroduced legislation that seeks to withdraw federal funding from universities mandating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statements for admission, employment, or advancement.


Governor Abbott reappoints McCleskey as independent ombudsman for TJJD

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Robert “Sean” McCleskey as the Independent Ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).


Governor Abbott announces job training funds for Victoria College

Governor Greg Abbott has announced a grant exceeding $138,000 from the Skills Development Fund to Victoria College.


University of Houston marks decade since major student center renovation

The University of Houston recently marked the 10th anniversary of its Student Centers.


Panama exits China’s Belt and Road after US diplomatic engagement

Today, Congressman Michael McCaul from Texas expressed his support for Panama's decision to not renew its involvement in China's Belt and Road Initiative.


Governor Abbott appoints new members to Manufactured Housing Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Brady and Joe Christian to the Manufactured Housing Board.


City of Houston Budget And Fiscal Affairs Committee met Feb. 3

City of Houston Budget And Fiscal Affairs Committee met Monday, Feb. 3


Midtown Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Jan. 30

Midtown Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Thursday, Jan. 30


Home sales in Fort Bend County during week ending Jan. 25

There were 54 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending Jan. 25, according to BlockShopper.com.


14411 Dunrobin Way, Sugar Land unloaded by Phat Van Dang

A property at 14411 Dunrobin Way, Sugar Land was sold on Jan. 30 by Phat Van Dang for $313,890. The buyer was Tien Minh Nugyen.