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In 2024, 19 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Construction industry located within the East Houston News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Harris County home prices rose in Q1

The median sale price of a home sold in the first quarter of 2025 in Harris County rose by $2,382, while total sales increased by 4%.

Harris County effective property tax rate in Q4 2024 was lower than the national average

Property owners in Harris County paid 1% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the fourth quarter of 2024, which is less than 0.9 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by East Houston News.

Harris County home prices fall in March 2025 compared to March 2024

In March, the median sale price of a home in Harris County fell by $1,740 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 9.9%.

Chambers County: Residents received $47.54 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.5% of income in Chambers County, providing an average of $927 per capita to residents.

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East Houston News area weekly mass times

By East Houston News | Apr 12, 2025

The following parishes in the East Houston News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Recent Harris County home sales in week ending April 5

By East Houston News | Apr 12, 2025

There were 879 reported residential sales in Harris County in the week ending April 5, according to BlockShopper.com.

Brian Babin comments on judicial rulings, inclusivity in sports, and deportation cases

By East Houston News | Apr 11, 2025

In a series of tweets on April 11, 2025, U.S. Congressman Brian Babin voiced his approval for the No Rogue Rulings Act, discussed the impact of inclusive policies on daughters in sports, and expressed support for the court's decision to deport...

Brian Babin highlights local achievements and legislative priorities in early April tweets

By East Houston News | Apr 10, 2025

In a series of tweets, dated April 9 and April 10, 2025, Congressman Brian Babin addressed regulatory issues, supported a House GOP budget resolution, and highlighted achievements of local students.

Ed Case proposes Indigenous Diplomacy Act focusing on diplomacy, health, and regional representation

By East Houston News | Apr 10, 2025

Rep. Ed Case takes steps on significant legislative and health initiatives, emphasizing Indigenous diplomacy and cancer awareness.

Babin expresses views on national security, trade, and drug enforcement

Brian Babin, a U.S. Congressman, recently addressed key issues via multiple tweets on April 9, 2025.

Rep. Jodey Arrington pushes for fiscal reform citing historical figures

Rep. Jodey Arrington, serving Texas' 19th district, invoked historical figures on April 9, 2025, to discuss U.S. fiscal policy and emphasize bipartisan responsibility in addressing national debt and economic reforms

Brian Babin emphasizes coal resurgence and election integrity in latest statements

Brian Babin, a congressional representative from Texas's 36th district, voiced his support for innovations in American coal and took a firm stance on election integrity through recent social media posts dated April 8 and 9.

Brian Babin addresses agriculture and voter rights on social media

In a recent series of tweets, Brian Babin congratulated local tradition bearers, supported American farmers with a nod to national leadership, and discussed voting rights in light of immigration policies.

Rep. Jodey Arrington addresses land purchases and economic self-reliance on social media

Representative Jodey Arrington, who serves Texas' 19th congressional district, addressed potential security threats from foreign land purchases alongside economic concerns on social media.

East Houston News publication area sees 198 H-1B petitions from employers during 2024

In 2024, 198 H-1B petitions were filed by employers located in the East Houston News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Brian Babin discusses political and space exploration developments in recent tweets

Brian Babin addresses key issues in his recent tweets dated April 7-8, 2025.

Brian Babin defends SC decision, slams judge overreach on social media

Texas Congressman Brian Babin commented on the Supreme Court's decision, judicial overreach, and inefficiencies in federal paperwork on April 8, 2025.

Key details on HB 5301 presented by Mary Ann Perez in Texas House