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Alyssa Fields

Alyssa Fields is a staff writer for the Dallas Observer covering local news and politics. A 2023 graduate of the Mayborn School of Journalism, she focused on print and digital journalism and minored in political science with a concentration in international conflict. Before joining the team, Alyssa freelanced in Dallas for the Observer, the Oak Cliff Advocate, and D Magazine.

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Texas Is Top Energy Producer, But Many Texans Can’t Afford Power

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 26, 2025

A proposed commission could oversee the functions of the state power grid as Texans struggle to pay its bills.

Texas-Based Defense Department Employees Face Musk’s Ultimatum

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 24, 2025

A late-night weekend email has stirred up drama in the Lone Star State.

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DFW Airport Baggage Claim Named ‘No. 1 Most Lawless’

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 24, 2025

Airport thieves are hoping DFW travelers are short of their daily step goal.

Dallas Representative Warns of Environmental Dangers from Layoffs

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 21, 2025

Texas is left without EPA permit reviewers, delaying future developments.

Texas GOP Is Busy Trying To Keep Texans From Getting Busy

Texas GOP Is Busy Trying To Keep Texans From Getting Busy

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 21, 2025

While biblical education may be on its way, education on knowing someone in the biblical way may be on its way out.

9 Coldest Days In Dallas History. Minus 8 Degrees?!

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 18, 2025

As we prepare for below freezing temps, here’s a look back at some even colder days.

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Study Says Texas Is One of the Least Educated States

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 18, 2025

Texas school districts hope that increased funding can turn the tide.

Canadians Are Mad at Us, Greg Abbott Is Making It Worse

Canadians Are Mad at Us, Greg Abbott Is Making It Worse

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 18, 2025

The kids are fighting again, and by kids, we mean powerful political leaders.

Here’s How Dallas’ Inflation Compares With the National Average

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 17, 2025

If we had a nickel for every time we heard about inflation, we could probably afford a dozen eggs.

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UNT Professors Quit Following DEI Crackdown

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 14, 2025

The repeal continues to have an effect on college staff and research efforts.

Keller ISD Splitting Drama Is Far From Over

Keller ISD Splitting Drama Is Far From Over

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 13, 2025

Since the secret plan to split the district emerged, the superintendent resigned and students protested.

More Protests Scheduled for North Texas. Dates To Know.

More Protests Scheduled for North Texas. Dates To Know.

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 11, 2025

In case you missed any of the protests that have happened this year, there are many more.

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Texans Have A Lot Of Collection Accounts

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 4, 2025

Despite a low cost of living, Texans have more collection accounts than most states.

Just How Much Does a ‘Luxury’ Home Cost in Texas?

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 3, 2025

Everything is bigger in Texas, especially the amount of really big, but generally affordable, homes.

Eggs Are Not a Dime a Dozen

Eggs Are Not a Dime a Dozen

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 3, 2025

Egg prices are going to keep rising as entire chicken flocks are slaughtered nationwide.

Richard Linklater walks with an unknown subject to a prison in Huntsville. The Texas filmmaker examines the prison industry in God Saves Texas.

Texas Prisons Suffer From Dangerous Understaffing

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 31, 2025

Understaffed and overcrowded, Texas prisons are experiencing worsening conditions that leave both staff and the incarcerated at risk.

Dallas Isn’t All That Safe for Walkers

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 29, 2025

Dallas, not known for being walkable, has an unusually high rate of pedestrian-related incidents.

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How North Texas School Districts Are Facing Immigration Changes

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 28, 2025

A reversal from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security allows immigration raids on public school campuses.

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Map: 10 Wealthiest Dallas Area ZIP Codes Across Metroplex

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 27, 2025

Can you guess which areas are the richest? Probably. Can you afford a home there? Maybe.

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Ken Paxton Sued Biden Administration 106 Times

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 23, 2025

The Texas AG was the first and last to sue the former president’s administration.

Interstate 35 Is One of the Scariest Roads in Winter

Interstate 35 Is One of the Scariest Roads in Winter

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 23, 2025

I-35 is a scary road in the best conditions, says a new study. Add snow and it can create a driver’s worst nightmare.

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Funny Moments From the Supreme Court Battle Over Texas Porn Law

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 22, 2025

Attorney Gen. Ken Paxton has been filing suits targeting the porn industry since 2023.

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