Texas HistoryThanksgiving Throwback: 1921 A&M v. UT Game Launched College Football Radio Broadcasting
Brad Johnson12 mins ago
College football radio broadcasts can trace their roots to a 1921 rivalry clash at Kyle Field.
HomeAuthorBrad Johnson, Reporter for The Texan
Brad Johnson is an Ohio native who graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2017. He is an avid sports fan who most enjoys watching his favorite teams continue their title drought throughout his cognizant lifetime. In his free time, you may find Brad quoting Monty Python productions and trying to calculate the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow.
87th LegislatureEnergyTaxes & SpendingTransportation2021 Contribution to Texas’ Rainy Day Fund Much Lower than Last Year
Brad Johnson16 hours ago
Due to depressed oil and gas production tax collections, this year's state savings account transfer was 30 percent less than last year.
87th LegislatureCivil SocietyStatewide NewsFight Over Historical Monument Removal Brewing Ahead of the 87th Legislative Session
Brad JohnsonNovember 24, 2020
Sen. Brandon Creighton and Rep. Kyle Biedermann will each file legislation establishing protocols for removal or relocation of historic monuments and other pieces of artwork.
FederalHealthcareTrump Administration Issues New Regulatory Rules Hoping to Lower Prescription Drug Prices
Brad JohnsonNovember 24, 2020
Prescription drugs are costly due to their inelastic demand, but the Trump administration's latest order intends to save consumers money.
After its September regression, Texas dropped back down near its August unemployment picture in October.
87th LegislatureEducationIssuesState HouseThe Back Mic: House Committee to Consider Potential Harassment Complaint, Lawmakers Request STAAR Test Cancelation, Influx of Pre-Filed Bills
Brad JohnsonNovember 20, 2020
This week — a workplace complaint prompts investigative committee meeting, legislators call for cancelation of STAAR testing, and the first week of pre-filing sees sharp uptick in submissions compared to past sessions.
Elections 2020FederalStatewide NewsTexas Rejected Use of Dominion Voting System Software Due to Efficiency Issues
Brad JohnsonNovember 19, 2020
Evaluations show Texas officials had concerns about Dominion Voting Systems product's efficiency and reliability when they rejected their use in January of this year.
Elections 2020After Final 2020 Races Called, Texas Legislative Body and Congressional Delegation Now Set
Brad JohnsonNovember 18, 2020
Congressional and Texas House races are now finalized and the member rosters are set for their respective bodies.
87th LegislatureTaxes & SpendingA Preview of the Property Tax Debate Ahead of the 87th Legislative Session
Brad JohnsonNovember 17, 2020
Property taxes were among the top two foci last session, but as the legislature prepares to convene in January the issue's status is less clear.
87th LegislatureRep. Dade Phelan’s Road to the Texas House Speakership
Brad JohnsonNovember 16, 2020
With a bipartisan coalition of support, Rep. Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) is set to become the next speaker of the Texas House when the body convenes in January.
Elections 2020Statewide NewsTexas Gov. Greg Abbott Doesn’t Rule Out 2024 Presidential Bid
Brad JohnsonNovember 13, 2020
On a Dallas radio show this week, Gov. Abbott said his focus is on reelection in 2022, but did not rule out a presidential bid in four years.
87th LegislatureIssuesStatewide News16 Pre-Filed Bills Worth Watching as the 87th Legislative Session Approaches
Brad JohnsonNovember 12, 2020
Pre-legislative session bill filing has begun. Check out some notable legislation submitted in the first week.
Local NewsManvel Small Box Store Restrictions Effectively Prohibit New Dollar Stores
Brad JohnsonNovember 11, 2020
Due to new restrictions on operations of discount stores, dollar stores in the City of Manvel will be effectively prohibited within city limits.
Elections 2020Statewide NewsUp to $1 Million Reward Offered for Voter Fraud Tips by Lt. Governor Dan Patrick
Brad JohnsonNovember 10, 2020
Hoping to root out any instances of voter fraud, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has offered up cash rewards for any tips that lead to convictions.
87th LegislatureState HouseIntra-GOP War of Words Permeates Speaker’s Race Before 87th Session
Brad JohnsonNovember 10, 2020
Texas GOP Chair Allen West has vociferously opposed Rep. Dade Phelan as the likely speaker for the 87th Legislative Session.
FederalHealthcareObamacare to Take Center Stage This Week in the U.S. Supreme Court
Brad JohnsonNovember 9, 2020
Another challenge to the 2010 healthcare law will be heard before the nation's highest court this week, backdropped by Justice Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation.
Elections 2020Local NewsStatewide NewsLimestone County Individual Charged with 134 Counts of Voter Fraud, Attorney General Announces
Brad JohnsonNovember 7, 2020
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Friday a Texas social worker would be charged with 134 counts of voter fraud.
Elections 2020Statewide NewsPublic Polling’s Predicted Blue Wave Meets Red Reality in Texas
Brad JohnsonNovember 6, 2020
Polling outfits, by and large, had a poor night in Texas. President Donald Trump overperformed their projections.
Elections 2020EnergyRepublican Jim Wright Wins Railroad Commission Seat in a Landslide, Victorious Over Massive Democratic Effort
Brad JohnsonNovember 6, 2020
After Tuesday's Railroad Commission results, Democrat's three-decade-long losing streak for a spot on the state's oil and gas regulatory body will continue.
Statewide NewsNew Connections Found Between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Nate Paul According to Deposition
Daniel FriendNovember 5, 2020
An Austin real estate developer central to criminal allegations against Attorney General Ken Paxton reportedly hired a woman who had an affair with Paxton.