News from July 2025
Weekly recap, week ending July 12 home sales in Fort Bend County
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
There were 117 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending July 12, according to BlockShopper.com.
De La Cruz introduces resolution condemning attack on border patrol facility
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives denouncing an attack that occurred on July 7th at the Border Patrol annex facility in McAllen, Texas.
Governor Abbott signs key border security laws at Sheriff's Association event
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott signed two significant bills, Senate Bill 8 and Senate Bill 36, aimed at enhancing Texas' border security measures.
Governor Abbott announces emergency grants for flood-impacted Kerrville and Llano hospitals
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will distribute over $1.9 million in grants to hospitals in Kerrville and Llano, which have been affected by recent severe flooding.
Federal disaster aid extended after Texas floods
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the federal government has expanded President Donald J. Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration to include five additional counties in Texas following severe flooding.
Governor Abbott seeks federal aid for three more Texas counties after floods
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to seek federal disaster assistance for Coke, Concho, and Williamson counties.
Texas Governor announces $5 million loan program for flood-affected micro-businesses
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the availability of up to $5 million in funding through the Texas Micro-Business Disaster Recovery (MBDR) Loan Program.
University of Houston mourns passing of former leader Alexander F. Schilt
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
The University of Houston System is mourning the loss of Alexander F. Schilt, a former chancellor and president whose leadership left a lasting impact on the institution. Dr. Schilt passed away recently.
Governor Abbott assesses flood damage in Central Texas
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott visited Central Texas to assess the damage caused by severe flooding and provided an update on the state's response efforts.
Governor Abbott seeks federal aid after Texas floods impact five more counties
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to request federal disaster assistance for five additional counties following severe flooding in Texas.
Governor Abbott announces expanded federal aid after Texas floods
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the federal government has updated the Presidential Disaster Declaration to include additional counties in Texas affected by recent flooding.
Governor Abbott announces disaster unemployment aid for five additional Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is now accepting Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) applications for Burnet, San Saba, Tom Green, Travis, and Williamson counties.
Governor Abbott joins President Trump in Texas flood relief efforts
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott joined President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in Kerr County to meet with Texas families and first responders after severe flooding impacted communities across Texas.
University of Houston researchers unveil findings on Uranus's internal heat
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
A study by researchers at the University of Houston has provided new insights into Uranus's energy dynamics, revealing that the planet emits more heat than it receives from the Sun.
Governor Abbott activates emergency response for weekend weather threats
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather and flash flooding expected over the weekend.
Texas launches free emotional support line for flood victims
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced the launch of a new crisis support line for Texans affected by recent floods.
Governor Abbott seeks federal aid for more Texas counties hit by floods
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to request the inclusion of additional counties in President Donald J. Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration due to severe flooding that began last week.
Governor Abbott offers $10K reward for ICE facility ambush suspect
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of Benjamin Hanil Song.
Married archaeologists uncover ruler's tomb at ancient Maya site
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
In 1937, woodcutter Rosa Mai ventured into the dense jungle of the Vaca Plateau in Caracol, Belize.
Texas mobilizes extensive resources in response to severe flooding
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has provided an update on the ongoing state emergency response to the heavy rainfall and flooding affecting Texas.