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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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Government Shutdown Is ‘Republican Assault On Working Class,’ Says Dallas Rep.

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 2, 2025

A partisan deadlock on federal healthcare programming has triggered a government shutdown. Millions could lose benefits, thousands are without pay, and there’s no end in sight.

City Hall Puts the Lid on Alley Trash Service Changes For Now

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 1, 2025

In this scenario, one man’s proposed trash service changes are nobody’s treasure.

The Mendoza family house was sold illegally by another family member forging a signature.

East Dallas Family Faces Eviction, Presses Charges Against Son for Allegedly Stealing Home

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 1, 2025

The Mendoza family is still on the verge of losing their house, but they’re trying some different things first.

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New Texas Task Force to Tackle ‘Decidedly Un-Christian’ Gun Violence At Churches

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 30, 2025

A Michigan church mass shooting has spurred action from the governor. Critics say it’s not enough, some say at least it’s something.

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FWISD Set For Huge Pay Day After Approving Bible-Infused Learning Materials

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 29, 2025

The district will receive about $4 million dollars for adopting the new materials that critics have called “biblically illiterate.”

Is An AI-Designed Girlfriend Cheating? Maybe Not, But It’s Definitely Weird.

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 29, 2025

Boyfriend spending a lot of time on ChatGPT? Better make sure he’s not planning on proposing to it.

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New Law Turns Teachers Into ‘Foot Soldiers’ For ‘Anti-Inclusion Crusade’

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 25, 2025

A new law bans teachers from observing pronouns that differ from the ones assigned at birth. It also bans DEI extracurriculars.

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1 Detainee Dead, 2 Injured in ‘Targeted Attack’ at Dallas ICE Facility

By Alyssa Fields and OthersSeptember 24, 2025

A shooter was found on the roof of a nearby office building.

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‘Sickened By the Comments’: Officials React To Dallas ICE Office Sniper Attack

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 24, 2025

Politicians didn’t waste any time in letting everyone know how they felt about the deadly shooting.

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Goodbye, STAAR Test. Hello, Something ‘Worse’

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 23, 2025

Everyone hates the STAAR test, but educators are not a fan of the state’s new replacement.

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Slow Dallas Police Response Times Stoke Rising Fears and ‘Crime Anxiety’

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 22, 2025

Could it be because the police can take 90 minutes or more to arrive on the scene?

We Were Removed From a School Library Council Meeting, Is That Legal?

We Were Removed From a School Library Council Meeting, Is That Legal?

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 19, 2025

Coppell ISD’s first school library advisory council meeting was this week. They made us leave. Here’s why.

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UPDATE: Timeline of the EPIC City Controversy, State Agency Settles With Developers

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 18, 2025

Controversy focused on the proposed Muslim community began in February. Here’s what’s happened since.

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Jasmine Crockett Slams Charlie Kirk’s Claim She Aims to ‘Eliminate the White Population’

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 17, 2025

Spreading the ‘great replacement’ conspiracy theory, Kirk suggested the Dallas congresswoman is a threat to white people.

Costly $2B Silver Line Launches As Suburbs Challenge DART’s Future

Costly $2B Silver Line Launches As Suburbs Challenge DART’s Future

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 17, 2025

Member cities of DART created a funding hullabaloo this year. Now they have quick rides to the airport.

Ungodly Pack Of Wild Dogs Torment Tiny Texas Town

Ungodly Pack Of Wild Dogs Torment Tiny Texas Town

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 16, 2025

A rambling group of dogs, up to 40 at their peak, has been wreaking havoc, especially when the school bells ring.

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Charlie Kirk’s Death Sparks GOP-Led Witch Hunt on Teachers

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 15, 2025

Anything you tweet can and will be held against you.

The More The Merrier: Dallas is a Top 3 City For Polyamory

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 13, 2025

Some say three’s a crowd. Dallas says it’s just right for the sack.

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Hemp Hemp Hooray! Texas THC Experts Call Abbott’s Executive Order a Win.

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 12, 2025

The order, which comes after two special sessions and places new age restrictions on THC products, delights hemp experts.

Fight Against Alley Trash Service Gets Dirty At City Hall

Fight Against Alley Trash Service Gets Dirty At City Hall

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 11, 2025

The director of sanitation does not need anyone’s approval to end trash services in alleys, but that won’t stop the people from fighting.

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DART Approves Biggest Service Cuts in 40 Years: Routes Slashed, Fares Hiked

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 11, 2025

The frequency of certain routes will also take a hit next year when DART begins charging more for its decreased services.

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The Largest Lottery Jackpots in Texas History

By Alyssa FieldsSeptember 10, 2025

How big are the biggest lottery prizes? Like, really big.

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