Politics Iran conflict sends oil over $100, and Houston drivers feel it at the pump Staff Reports March 17, 2026 Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window)X Share on Mail (Opens in new window)Mail Copy link Oil has surged past $100 as tensions with Iran continue to rise. The jump is already shaking global energy markets. Drivers across the country are feeling the pain at the pump. Popular Things To Do 10 things to do in Houston before the kids head back to school Things To Do Make the most of your Texas beach vacation with these helpful tips Culture Microvolunteering in Houston: What it is and where to do it Things To Do From Gainesville to Laredo, here are the best road trip detours off I-35 Things To Do 12 things to do in Brownsville that can’t be missed Follow Us TikTok YouTube Instagram X Facebook Newest Videos Education Do you know who represents you on the State Board of Education? News New York senator to Greg Abbott: ‘You call yourself pro-life, but Texans are dying younger’ News Rep. Christian Menefee presses EPA for answers on contamination in disenfranchised neighborhoods News Dem party chairman calls out GOP for having midterm convention in Dallas Elections Who’s running where in Texas this midterm election?