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De La Cruz introduces campus safety bill targeting opioid overdoses

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has introduced a new bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the opioid overdose crisis on college campuses.


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Houston council meeting postponed to honor fallen firefighter

The City of Houston has announced the postponement of this week's consolidated council meeting to Thursday, November 14, in order to accommodate funeral arrangements for firefighter Marcelo Garcia.


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Governor Abbott highlights rising support for school choice in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott emphasized the increasing support for school choice in Texas during a media event at Kingdom Life Academy in Tyler.


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Angel Ponce appointed to Houston Metro Board by Mayor Whitmire

Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Angel Ponce to the METRO Board of Directors, a decision that received unanimous approval from the City Council.


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Houston election day: Mayor urges participation; no property tax hike

Today marks Election Day in Houston, with Mayor John Whitmire urging residents to vote despite the rainy weather.


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Houston disability committee receives 2024 Martha Arbuckle Award

The City of Houston and Harris County's Disability Access & Functional Needs Committee has been honored with the 2024 Martha Arbuckle Award.


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Luttrell proposes act for improved military health assessments

Congressman Morgan Luttrell has introduced the Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2024.


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Abbott appoints Rodriguez to State Pension Review Board

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Roel “Roy” Rodriguez, P.E., to the State Pension Review Board.


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Houston invites public to veterans day celebration on November 11

Mayor John Whitmire has extended an invitation to the public for the annual "Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration."


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Repeat offender receives lengthy prison term for shooting Houston police officers

A Seabrook resident has been sentenced to two 75-year prison terms for shooting at two Houston police officers during a traffic stop in 2022, resulting in permanent injuries to one of the officers.


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Governor Abbott renews drought disaster proclamation for multiple Texas counties

Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation initially issued on July 8, 2022, addressing the ongoing drought conditions in Texas.


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Houston woman receives 43-year sentence for deputy's death in DUI case

A Houston woman has been sentenced to 43 years in prison for the death of a Harris County sheriff’s deputy, as announced by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.


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McCaul honors new Texas A&M president with resolution at investiture

College Station, Texas – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul presented a resolution to Texas A&M University's president, retired Air Force General Mark A. Welsh III, recognizing his dedication and commitment to the United States, Texas, and the...


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De La Cruz introduces bill to boost funding for national diabetes prevention program

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, representing Texas's 15th district, has introduced the Diabetes Prevention Program Reauthorization Act of 2024.


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Congressman addresses USPS issues impacting Texas constituents

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.


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Houston man receives multiple concurrent sentences totaling 50 years

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.


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Congresswoman seeks Congressional Gold Medal for local war hero

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.


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McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris administration over FY 2024 migrant encounter numbers

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.


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Funding announced for UTRGV dry room project and Edinburg sewer improvements

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...


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Congressman Babin criticizes DHS policy on Lebanese nationals

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.