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Congressman addresses USPS issues impacting Texas constituents
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has reached out to Postmaster General DeJoy regarding ongoing issues with the United States Postal Service (USPS) in Bryan and College Station, Texas.
Houston man receives multiple concurrent sentences totaling 50 years
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
A Houston man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for each of four felonies, including a 2008 murder and selling drugs while incarcerated.
Congresswoman seeks Congressional Gold Medal for local war hero
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has put forward the Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula Congressional Gold Medal Act. This bill aims to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula, a native of Edinburg, Texas. The legislation intends to recognize Sekula's service and sacrifice for his country.
McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris administration over FY 2024 migrant encounter numbers
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul of Texas has expressed strong criticism of the Biden-Harris administration following the release of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Fiscal Year 2024 migrant encounter statistics.
Funding announced for UTRGV dry room project and Edinburg sewer improvements
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has announced nearly $2 million in funding for community projects in South Texas. The University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is set to receive $500,000 for its Manufacturing Incubator Dry Room Project, which aims to foster innovation and investment in the region. Additionally, the City of Edinburg will benefit from nearly $1.4 million allocated for the Lift Station No. 19 Force Main Realignment and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project. This project is designed to enhance water safety by addressing overflow issues in existing sanitary...
Congressman Babin criticizes DHS policy on Lebanese nationals
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin, representing Texas's 36th district, has expressed strong opposition to a recent policy change announced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This policy grants Temporary Protected Status and work authorization to Lebanese nationals currently residing in the United States due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Pasadena man receives life sentences for killing pregnant wife
By Houston Daily | Oct 22, 2024
A Pasadena man, Alex Daniel Guajardo, was sentenced to two life terms plus an additional 10 years in prison after admitting guilt to the murder of his pregnant wife, Caitlynne Rose Infinger Guajardo, and their unborn child.
Mayor Whitmire promotes voter education initiative ahead of Election Day
By Houston Daily | Oct 21, 2024
As Election Day nears, Mayor John Whitmire is encouraging Houstonians to engage in their civic duty through VoteHouston.org.
Man receives life sentence for murder of teenage girl in Humble
By Houston Daily | Oct 19, 2024
A man from Humble has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of his girlfriend's teenage daughter.
Criticism mounts against Biden-Harris administration's support for plastic production caps
By Houston Daily | Oct 16, 2024
On October 15, Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) spearheaded a letter from members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee to U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken. The letter expresses concerns over the Biden-Harris administration's recent support for plastic production caps in the United Nations’ Global Plastics Treaty. According to the signatories, these production limits could hinder U.S. economic activity and increase dependence on countries with less stringent emissions standards.
Rep. Nehls urges passage of JUDGES Act to tackle court backlog
By Houston Daily | Oct 16, 2024
Congressman Troy E. Nehls has authored an op-ed for The Dallas Morning News, focusing on the Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved (JUDGES) Act of 2024. This legislation aims to address the backlog in federal courts by increasing the number of judgeships.
De La Cruz introduces act for transparency in South Texas water negotiations
By Houston Daily | Oct 16, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has introduced the Water Delivery Transparency Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing water challenges in South Texas. The bill seeks to ensure that agricultural producers and local stakeholders have a say in negotiations under the 1944 Water Treaty with Mexico. This comes as Mexico continues to fall short on its water delivery obligations.
Republicans question FEMA spending priorities under Biden-Harris administration
By Houston Daily | Oct 15, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul of Texas, along with Chairman Mark Green and other Republican members of the House Committee on Homeland Security, has called for an explanation from Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas regarding the allocation of funds by the Biden-Harris administration. The lawmakers are questioning the administration's decision to allocate significant funds through FEMA's Emergency Food and Shelter Program-Humanitarian (EFSP-H) and the Shelter Services Program (SSP) for illegal immigrants.
Navasota earns recognition as Music Friendly Texas Certified Community
By Houston Daily | Oct 13, 2024
The City of Navasota has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO), Governor Greg Abbott announced today. This designation follows the completion of a multi-step certification process aimed at fostering music business-related economic development and job creation in Texan communities.
Texas steps up efforts against illegal immigration with new arrests and security measures
By Houston Daily | Oct 12, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are working to secure the border, aiming to stop drug, weapon, and human smuggling into Texas. The effort also seeks to prevent transnational criminal activity between ports of entry.
Houston man sentenced to life in prison for 2009 cold-case murder
By Houston Daily | Oct 11, 2024
A Houston man has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2009 murder of a mother of five, announced Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.
McCaul receives Friend of Farm Bureau award for supporting Texas agriculture
By Houston Daily | Oct 10, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, representing Texas, has been awarded the Friend of Farm Bureau award by the American Farm Bureau. This recognition is for his support of farmers, ranchers, and the broader agricultural community in Texas.
Houston celebrates White Cane Safety Day with events promoting awareness
By Houston Daily | Oct 9, 2024
White Cane Safety Day, which highlights the significance of the white cane for individuals with vision loss and blindness, will be celebrated in Houston.
Texas sends hurricane aid to Florida and Tennessee amid storm threats
By Houston Daily | Oct 9, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the deployment of Texas emergency response and recovery resources to Florida and Tennessee. This decision follows requests from the Florida Division of Emergency Management in anticipation of Hurricane Milton and from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency for assistance after Hurricane Helene.
Bipartisan bill targets veteran suicide prevention through improved data collection
By Houston Daily | Oct 8, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), along with Congressmen Greg Landsman (D-OH), Derrick Van Orden (R-WI), and Chris Deluzio (D-PA), has introduced the What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to enhance the effectiveness of suicide prevention programs within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill is designed to address the high rates of veteran suicides by improving data collection and transparency, ensuring that resources are directed towards the most effective initiatives.