On this day in 1901, the future of Texas changed dramatically as, like a fountain of fortune, thousands of barrels of oil burst from the earth toward the sky.
On this day in 1901, the future of Texas changed dramatically as, like a fountain of fortune, thousands of barrels of oil burst from the earth toward the sky.
Jim Wright joins reporter Brad Johnson on The Texan's "Voices of Texas" podcast to discuss his rise in Texas politics and the state's energy sector.
Due to depressed oil and gas production tax collections, this year's state savings account transfer was 30 percent less than last year.
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.
The Texan asked candidates in the most competitive Texas federal races to state their position on Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden's plan to transition away from the oil and gas industry.
With a cash infusion provided by the former New York City mayor, the Railroad Commission race becomes even more contentious despite being overshadowed by other races on the ballot.
Texas oil and gas has taken a hit during the pandemic, but the industry has stabilized some since the initial downturn.
Despite adding a net of 40,700 jobs, Texas' unemployment rate increased from August to September due to the workforce contracting.
As freshman Democrat Rep. Lizzie Fletcher seeks to fend off Republican Wesley Hunt, a national debate over energy policies looms over the district known as the Energy Capital of the World.
Biden's energy plan contains aspects of the Green New Deal but he is not in favor of an outright fracking ban. Instead, he's touting a lukewarm version that would phase out drilling on federal land and waters.
Last summer, Texans nearly experienced similar rolling blackouts to what Californians faced just a few weeks ago.
Here’s a look at how Vice President Joe Biden’s energy plan, a mix of progressive and more moderate proposals, could impact Texas.
A connection between Wright and environmental violations made by a company he once owned was brought to light, but they occurred after he sold the entity and he has since remediated the problems caused by his purchaser.
Almost a year after first announcing a plan to roll back methane regulations, the EPA and Trump administration will move forward with a plan to eliminate Obama-era rules.
Two years after losing by four points to Rep. Michael McCaul, progressive Democrat Mike Siegel is running to finish what he started in 2018.
During his stop in the Permian Basin, President Trump contrasted his energy policies with Joe Biden's, as polls show Texas is more competitive than it was four years ago.
Texas Democrats have not held a statewide position in over 20 years, but after an encouraging 2018 midterm election, some see opportunity in the Railroad Commission race.
About five months since its announcement, the Trump Administration's new WOTUS rule goes into effect after a federal judge denied a motion for an injunction.
With the coronavirus pandemic drastically changing the typical demand models, Texas' energy regulator braces for a hot summer.
Residents voiced hesitations about a proposed solar farm at a county commissioner's meeting, citing tax abatements and health concerns as reasons for pause.