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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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Dallas Was Already Itchy, Now Here Comes Mosquito Season

By Alyssa FieldsJune 20, 2025

We’ll get through this mosquito season together, but could you maybe help us scratch our itch?

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Dating Apps Are Dying As Conservatism Rises

By Alyssa FieldsJune 19, 2025

Dallas is a blue city, so it claims. But purity culture and staunch conservatism still taint the dating scene.

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Allen Police, DEA Conduct More THC Raids in North Texas

By Alyssa FieldsJune 19, 2025

Authorities targeted three wholesalers to “dismantle the illegal distribution of consumable THC products.”

UPDATED: Texas LGBTQ+ Suicide Hotline Faces Federal Cuts

By Alyssa FieldsJune 18, 2025

A bipartisan bill to increase funding for the state’s 988 line has passed the House, but it still faces federal cuts.

What Happens if Greg Abbott Doesn’t Sign the THC Ban Bill?

What Happens if Greg Abbott Doesn’t Sign the THC Ban Bill?

By Alyssa FieldsJune 17, 2025

It’s the question on everyone’s mind, but Abbott is remaining unusually quiet, and the clock is ticking louder and louder.

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More DPD Officers Arrested For Intoxication Offenses

By Alyssa FieldsJune 16, 2025

Six Dallas officers have been arrested this year so far for alcohol-related offenses. It’s not irregular for the department.

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Local Lawmakers Recap the 89th Texas Legislative Session

By Alyssa FieldsJune 13, 2025

Our lawmakers are back from the Capital City after the session ended. Here’s what they have to say about what went down.

Texans Have Most Auto Loan Debt in US

Texans Have Most Auto Loan Debt in US

By Alyssa FieldsJune 12, 2025

You might need to wait before buying that new vehicle. Tariffs on imported cars and their parts are driving up costs.

North Texas Lawmaker Requests Federal Funds For DART Station Renovations

North Texas Lawmaker Requests Federal Funds For DART Station Renovations

By Alyssa FieldsJune 12, 2025

Millions would go to replacing outdated inclinators and diagonal escalators for passengers who can’t use escalators.

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Dallas Lawyers React to Struck Down ‘Vague’ Prostitution Ordinance

By Alyssa FieldsJune 11, 2025

A municipal judge struck down the city’s prostitution ordinance for being in violation of the First Amendment.

Dallas Needs to Get On Board With Skateparks

By Alyssa FieldsJune 11, 2025

Outmoded thinking and NIMBYism are a grind for advocates pushing the city to finally build more skateparks.

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One Big Beautiful Bill Could Be Ugly For Texas Power Grid

By Alyssa FieldsJune 9, 2025

The budget proposal at the center of the Musk-Trump feud could stifle plans to develop the grid, costing consumers.

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Abbott Lauds ‘Historic’ Teacher Pay Increase, Experts Say It Isn’t Enough

Abbott Lauds ‘Historic’ Teacher Pay Increase, Experts Say It Isn’t Enough

By Alyssa FieldsJune 6, 2025

The teacher pay increase Abbott has been bragging about is the other half of the package that included school vouchers.

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Chronic Pain Sufferers Could Become Eligible For Texas Medical Marijuana

By Alyssa FieldsJune 5, 2025

For most Texans, getting high is getting harder as a THC ban looms. But for others, medical marijuana will now be an option.

Bills That Died and Thrived During the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Bills That Died and Thrived During the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

By Alyssa Fields and OthersMay 30, 2025

It’s easier to kill a bill than to pass one, but a last-minute push could get some legislation onto the governor’s desk.

Texas House Passes Bill That Weakens School Libraries

By Alyssa FieldsMay 29, 2025

Senate Bill 13 would greatly impact the library book addition and removal processes, lessening librarians’ control over their stock.

Watch Out For Job Scams in Texas

Watch Out For Job Scams in Texas

By Alyssa FieldsMay 27, 2025

The job market in Texas is solid, but scammers seize the thriving economy to target vulnerable job seekers.

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The 5 Worst Tornadoes In Dallas History

By Alyssa FieldsMay 27, 2025

It’s twister time in Texas. While cyclones touch down around Dallas, here’s a look back at the times the county has been hit.

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Dallas Smoke Shops Respond To Texas THC Ban

By Alyssa FieldsMay 23, 2025

A blanket ban on THC products is imminent and would wallop an $8 billion industry with over 8,500 business owners in Texas.

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Texas THC Ban Charges Ahead, As State Forgoes Regulation

By Alyssa FieldsMay 22, 2025

Despite Democratic efforts to regulate the THC industry, the Texas House is likely to pass a blanket ban on all products.

Denton City Council Repeals Marijuana Decriminalization Mandate

Denton City Council Repeals Marijuana Decriminalization Mandate

By Alyssa FieldsMay 22, 2025

After $200,000 spent fighting a lawsuit from Paxton, the Denton leaders voted to repeal a decriminalization mandate.

Dozens Gather In North Texas To Oppose Marvin Nichols Reservoir, Again

Dozens Gather In North Texas To Oppose Marvin Nichols Reservoir, Again

By Alyssa FieldsMay 21, 2025

After decades of protest, the reservoir, which would seize land from generational East Texans, is still being considered.

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