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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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UPDATE: Trump Says SNAP Benefits Will Not Resume. His Administration Says They Will.

By Alyssa FieldsNovember 4, 2025

Food banks are holding onto hope that the government will be up and running soon.

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Greg Abbott Posted A Dumb Tweet. He’s Done That A Lot.

By Alyssa FieldsNovember 4, 2025

Like our president, our governor loves to hit post on a regrettable tweet. Here are some of the dumbest ones he’s posted.

North Texas School Librarians Don’t Have 23,000 New Books They Want

By Alyssa FieldsNovember 4, 2025

The average school district in Dallas and Collin Counties are waiting on 2,900 books.

In ‘Heartbreaking’ Turn, 3 North Texas Cities Discuss Ending DART Relationship

By Alyssa FieldsNovember 3, 2025

Plano has already tried and failed to reduce their contributions to DART through legislative measures.

More Single Men Are Getting Vasectomies. That’s Hot.

By Alyssa FieldsNovember 3, 2025

He’s a 10 but he’s had a vasectomy, so now he’s an 11.

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

On the Verge of Eviction, a Dallas Family Gets Angry to Save Their Long-Time Home

By Alyssa FieldsNovember 3, 2025

Fears and questions remain while the Mendoza family will keep their house a little bit longer at a remarkably high cost.

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Maybe Love Hasn’t Won In Texas: Judges Can Now Refuse To Marry Gay Couples

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 31, 2025

For ten years, gay marriage has been constitutionally protected. That’s being challenged now.

Mothers of Children With Autism Say Paxton Is ‘Disgrace’ After Tylenol Lawsuit

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 29, 2025

The attorney general’s lawsuit against Tylenol has some mothers concerned Paxton is on the wrong track.

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How To Parallel Park In Dallas: Do It Somewhere Else

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 27, 2025

Parallel parking isn’t so bad, so long as there’s no car in front of or behind you, no one else in the car and zero witnesses within 50 yards.

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Buried on the Ballot, Prop 15 Sparks Fears Over Censorship and Trans Youth Care

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 24, 2025

It’s not often Texas voters get a say in how the state governs social issues but ‘parental rights’ are on the ballot this year.

BREAKING: Texas Education Agency Takes Over Fort Worth ISD

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 23, 2025

In a move that’s been months in the making, the TEA and Mike Morath will make FWISD their own.

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Texans Hit With Antifa Terrorism Charges. Experts Warn of Dangerous Precedent

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 23, 2025

A new executive order from qualifies antifa as a terrorist organization, regardless of what the First Amendment allows.

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The Local Luxury Handbag Designer, Chef and Mom Running For a Texas House Seat

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 22, 2025

Allison Mitchell has worn many hats. She’s hoping her next one is in the Texas House of Representatives.

What’s Popping? A New-Old Drug Emerging In The Club Scene

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 21, 2025

You’ve probably smelled it at the club or in the pit of a concert, but you better wise up, because it’s back on the wider club scene.

Texas Set To Make Parenting Your Kid’s iPad Even More Exhausting

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 21, 2025

If you thought it was annoying when your kids asked to play games on your phone before, get ready.

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Charlie Kirk Died 5 Weeks Ago, But His Presence In Texas Schools Has Doubled

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 17, 2025

New Turning Point chapters have opened in droves since Kirk’s death, and more are on the way.

Fried Dough and Fresh Starts: How the State Fair Gives People Second Chances

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 16, 2025

For most, going to the fair is a butter-soaked burden. But for the people working behind the counter, the fair is home.

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Dallas Police Blow Past Hiring Goals After Dropping Degree Rule, Upping the Pay

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 16, 2025

The Dallas Police Department’s recruiting efforts seem to be working.

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The 29 North Texas Schools and Districts Cashing A Check For Teaching The Bible

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 15, 2025

The controversial Bluebonnet Learning materials carry a large financial incentive. Here’s what local districts and schools are roughly set to make.

‘Pollution Doesn’t Stop’ as Lingering Government Shutdown Triggers More Layoffs

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 14, 2025

The Trump administration is using the government shutdown to layoff more federal employees, at the detriment of the economy and the environment.

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Trump Calls Mavericks Owner ‘Darling’ and ‘Great Woman’ During Israeli Hostage Release

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 13, 2025

The Israel-born Mavericks owner received a round of applause as the president acknowledged her Israel advocacy.

Dallas Is A Hotbed For Cockfighting. Animal Rights Activists Are Ready For The Ring

By Alyssa FieldsOctober 10, 2025

A bill to strengthen cockfighting laws failed last session. But a new bill at the federal level has Texas support, and it could be the trigger for necessary trickle down changes.

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