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Abbott renews drought disaster declaration for dozens of Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed the drought disaster proclamation for August 2025, continuing a declaration first issued on July 8, 2022.
Timmerman Power Plant phase one begins operations, adding capacity to Texas grid
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Phase One of the Timmerman Power Plant in Maxwell is now commercially operational and connected to the Texas state grid, according to an announcement from Governor Greg Abbott and the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA).
Governor Abbott comments on passage of House Bill 4 in Texas House
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott released a statement after the Texas House of Representatives passed House Bill 4.
Abbott signs bills clarifying abortion exceptions and restricting public funding in Texas
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott held a bill signing ceremony at the Texas Capitol to officially sign Senate Bill 31 and Senate Bill 33 into law.
Governor Abbott expands special session agenda with new legislative priorities
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has expanded the agenda for the Texas Legislature's second special session to address three new issues.
Cow Creek Bridge reopens after rapid reconstruction following flood damage
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott marked the reopening of the Cow Creek Bridge, which was destroyed by floods last month and rebuilt in 29 days.
Texas announces $146 billion transportation plan focused on roads and congestion relief
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a 10-year transportation plan with an investment exceeding $146 billion.
Texas leads nation in job growth with over 230,000 positions added
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Texas led the nation in job growth over the past year, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for July 2025.
Governor Abbott signs legislation aimed at increasing affordable housing across Texas
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has signed three bills aimed at addressing the housing shortage and affordability in Texas.
Governor Abbott signs bills to streamline childcare regulations in Texas
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has signed two bills aimed at improving childcare and early learning programs in Texas.
University of Houston researcher develops targeted drug delivery system for lupus
By Houston Daily | Aug 24, 2025
Tianfu Wu, an associate professor of biomedical engineering at the University of Houston, is working on a new drug delivery method aimed at improving treatment for lupus.
Michelle Ngoc Truong and Colten Clarke buy 2706 Plantation Trail, Sugar Land
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2025
On Aug. 21, Michelle Ngoc Truong and Colten Clarke purchased a property at 2706 Plantation Trail, Sugar Land from The Undersigned Milton Alexander and Ynova Ferrari.
6103 Ashford Falls Lane, Sugar Land unloaded by Quang Pham and Tran Ai Thai
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2025
A property at 6103 Ashford Falls Lane, Sugar Land was sold on Aug. 21 by Quang Pham and Tran Ai Thai for $459,008. The buyers were Mohamad Daaboul and Rifai Fida El.
Karim Ali and Fahmida K. Prasla purchase 126 Bluebonnet St., Sugar Land, appraised at $298,795
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2025
On Aug. 21, Karim Ali and Fahmida K. Prasla purchased a property at 126 Bluebonnet St., Sugar Land from King Ping and Rchun K. Chou.
Francisco Urosa and Solangie Martinez Lopez buy 21311 Autumn Manor Drive, Richmond
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2025
A property at 21311 Autumn Manor Drive, Richmond was sold on Aug. 21 by Francisco Urosa for $228,736. The buyers were Francisco Urosa and Solangie Martinez Lopez.
4602 Sedgewood Drive, Rosenberg purchased by Jermaine and Kychia Brookins
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2025
A property at 4602 Sedgewood Drive, Rosenberg was sold on Aug. 21 by Long Lake Ltd. a Texas Ltd. Partnership and Long Lake Ltd. for $147,368. The buyers were Jermaine and Kychia Brookins.
Week ending Aug. 16: Fort Bend County home sales
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2025
There were 122 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending Aug. 16, according to BlockShopper.com.
Janet Trujillo and Staley Logan buy 13026 Huntleigh Way, Sugar Land
By Houston Daily | Aug 22, 2025
On Aug. 20, Janet Trujillo and Staley Logan purchased a property at 13026 Huntleigh Way, Sugar Land from 13026 Huntleigh Way Series.
Ann Ballard Theresa and Rafael Rivera unload 12703 Newberry St., Sugar Land
By Houston Daily | Aug 22, 2025
A property at 12703 Newberry St., Sugar Land was sold on Aug. 20 by Ann Ballard Theresa and Rafael Rivera for $209,050. The buyer was Musa Belal Ibrahim.
Merchant Jaya acquires 13506 Sherwood St., Sugar Land, appraised at $134,486
By Houston Daily | Aug 22, 2025
On Aug. 20, Merchant Jaya purchased a property at 13506 Sherwood St., Sugar Land from Aslam Mubasher and Aslam Shakira.