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Austin Wood

Austin Wood is a staff writer at the Dallas Observer. He worked as the editor of the Lake Highlands Advocate before joining the Observer in February 2026. In addition to interning at the Advocate while studying at Texas Tech University, Austin also covered campus news for The Daily Toreador.

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Frisco mayoral candidate doubles down on GOP ‘sharia scare’ rhetoric, H-1B hysteria

By Austin WoodMay 18, 2026

Vilhauer, 65, has likened immigrants to ‘rats’ and said Islam is not a religion, but a ‘terrorist ideology.’

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

Paxton forces Texas hospital to open ‘detransition’ clinic as part of settlement

By Austin WoodMay 15, 2026

Texas Children’s Health will also have to terminate five ‘woke’ physicians.

an Amazon delivery drone flies around North Texas

Dallas boosts anti-drone security ahead of 2026 World Cup in North Texas

By Austin WoodMay 14, 2026

Dallas has received over $50 million in federal grant funding for public safety initiatives ahead of the summer tournament.

volunteers hand out meals to the homeless in Dallas

Dallas shuts down food handout downtown; organizers plan to continue serving

By Austin WoodMay 13, 2026

City Council members are currently debating whether or not to impose harsher restrictions on organizations distributing food to homeless people in Dallas.

Fair Park building in Dallas Texas

Fair Park advocates push to make Dallas’ ‘crown jewel’ shine year-round

By Austin WoodMay 13, 2026

For generations, city leaders and residents have wanted more for Fair Park. Will it soon finally become all it can be?

bitcoin

‘Unbearable’ noise and chicken deaths: lawsuits mount against local crypto mine

By Austin WoodMay 11, 2026

Residents allege cardiac issues, tinnitus, permanent hearing loss and insomnia have developed from the noise.

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Grand Prairie falls for Abbott’s favorite trick, cancels Muslim waterpark celebration

By Austin WoodMay 8, 2026

The governor has used millions in funding as leverage to force cities to change a number of policies in recent months.

Bartender at Will Call

‘Could be a jump start’: Will the World Cup be a lifeline for Deep Ellum this summer?

By Austin WoodMay 6, 2026

Between Commerce Street construction and the seasonal summer blues, Deep Ellum staples like Will Call and Dusty’s are looking to FIFA fans to turn the tide.

DJs perform at Breakaway Festival

As Many South Dallas Concerns Remain, Officials Tackle Fair Park Concert Noise

By Austin WoodMay 6, 2026

Future concerts at Fair Park will use different stage configurations and have on-site sound monitoring to prevent future disturbances.

DART Chair Randall Bryant speaks at a press conference following Highland Park's vote.

DART Exit Votes Sent ‘A Loud and Clear Message’ to North Texas

By Austin WoodMay 4, 2026

Highland Park will leave DART following weekend exit elections, with Addison and University Park set to remain.

police officer pulling driver over

Plano US Rep Targets Anti-Drunk Driving ‘Kill Switch’ Tech, Advocates Call Fears Overblown

By Austin WoodMay 4, 2026

A law requiring technology that could shut down new cars if impairment is detected threatens constitutional rights, some GOP officials argue.

North Texas City Named Among Top Commuter ‘Burnout Belts’ in the US

By Austin WoodApril 30, 2026

Workers from this suburb may find their commute bleeding into their personal lives and threatening their mental health.

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Seegars Reuben with pastrami, sauerkraut and dressing on marbled rye.

Pastrami for the People: Seegars Deli Brings the Meat to The Cedars

By Austin WoodApril 28, 2026

Seegar’s Deli recently debuted for a soft opening in The Cedars. Expect dinner and cocktails soon.

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Council Members Say Staff Are Trying To ‘Guide the Public’ With City Hall Questions

By Austin WoodApril 28, 2026

As debate over the future of City Hall continues, two council members are calling a survey on the subject a ‘push poll.’

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Federal marijuana rescheduling could open doors for Texas dispensaries, universities

By Austin WoodApril 24, 2026

A rescheduling of state-licensed medical marijuana may open the door to tax breaks and research opportunities in North Texas.

Inmates wear orange jump suits in a holding center for illegal immigrants in Brownsville, Texas. The men are all OTMs ("Other Than Mexicans") who have entered the United States through Mexico.

Immigration Declines Hurting Texas Job Growth, Dallas Fed Forecast Shows

By Austin WoodApril 23, 2026

Dallas was the lone major metropolitan area in the state to see job growth with a meager 0.1% increase in February, the Fed report found.

State Rep. Raphael Anchia speaks out against Abbott's threats at Dallas City Hall.

‘Stop Threatening To Defund Our Police’: Dallas Leaders Push Back on Abbott’s Threats

By Austin WoodApril 22, 2026

The governor has threatened to withhold over $80 million in public safety funding from Dallas over ICE policies.

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Texas smokable hemp ban block continues as potential restrictions loom

By Austin WoodApril 22, 2026

Even with a victory for Texas THC advocates, lawmakers could target the $5.5 billion industry with further regulations.

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City Council Seeks ‘Out of the Box’ Solutions to Prevent Public Library Closures

By Austin WoodApril 21, 2026

Dallas library staff will look for new revenue opportunities, including passport offices, to help keep all branches open.

A DART train in downtown Dallas.

Addison, Park Cities Eye Microtransit Service as Potential DART Replacement

By Austin WoodApril 20, 2026

Highland Park officials are looking at an agreement with Via to alleviate stress on roads and minimize non-resident worker traffic.

Bookshelves housing special collections at the Oak Lawn Library decorated with pride flags.

An LGBTQ Cultural Center at Risk: Concern for Oak Lawn Library Persists

By Austin WoodApril 17, 2026

Dallas Public Library staff are reviewing alternatives to closing the Oak Lawn Branch. Some advocates are still concerned.

Houston Street Viaduct facing downtown, with Jefferson to the right.

Two Bridges Too Far? Reconfiguring Oak Cliff-Downtown Connections Hits Resistance

By Austin WoodApril 17, 2026

Dallas officials have big plans for the Houston Street bridge as a pathway for pedestrians and the Dallas Streetcar. Critics warn it will hurt Oak Cliff’s connectivity.

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