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Emma Ruby

Emma Ruby is a staff writer at the Dallas Observer where she covers local news. Before joining the Observer in April 2024, Emma was the editor of the Oak Cliff Advocate. She was the news editor of Loyola University’s student newspaper, The Maroon, and interned with the Dallas Morning News and WVUE-TV in New Orleans while in college. Emma also worked as a media coordinator for Tulane University Athletics, and interviewed Coach K after Duke’s 2022 Final Four loss.

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Explosion in Fossil Fuel Emissions Expected as Texas Doubles Down on Data Centers

By Emma RubyJune 13, 2025

A new report found 130 proposed gas power plant projects across Texas, including one in Southwest Dallas.

National Guard Deployment Outnumbers Abbott’s Past Protest Response

By Emma RubyJune 12, 2025

The city of Dallas declined to say whether officials have been in communication with the governor regarding Saturday’s demonstration.

‘We Were Set Up’: Immigration Off the Table as Comeaux Meets Police Oversight Board

By Emma RubyJune 11, 2025

The board had written a six-page letter outlining questions they planned to ask the Dallas Police Chief on Tuesday evening.

UPDATE: DPD Provides Update on ICE Protest Arrest

By Emma RubyJune 10, 2025

At least one arrest was made at the largely peaceful protest, attended by hundreds at the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, which DPD blocked.

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Tallying Up What North Texas Reps Actually Got Done in the Legislative Session

By Emma RubyJune 10, 2025

State Sen. Royce West was Dallas’ most prolific legislator this session, claiming 60 victories by Sine Die.

Uptick in Owner Surrenders Leaves DAS With Thousands More Animals Than Past Years

By Emma RubyJune 9, 2025

The Dallas Animal Shelter has temporarily paused the intake program, citing the need to catch up on space and resources.

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Dallas Stars Fire Head Coach Pete DeBoer After Third Consecutive Conference Final Loss

By Emma RubyJune 6, 2025

DeBoer coached the team to conference titles in six out of the last seven seasons, but the Stanley Cup has eluded him.

‘I Will Continue to Rise’: Dallas Student Abused by Coach Finds Justice, Voice

By Emma RubyJune 6, 2025

After becoming a coach herself, Jamilet Almaras came to terms with abuse she experienced at the hands of Kaylen Cottongame.

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Dallas Housing, Apartment Supply is Up. Why Aren’t Prices Coming Down?

By Emma RubyJune 5, 2025

Fewer homes are selling than in years past, but the ones that do close are doing so for thousands of dollars more than in 2024.

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Dallas Police Ramping Up Use of Facial Recognition Tech for Case Solving

By Emma RubyJune 4, 2025

The software is embroiled in legal challenges and was built on billions of images from social media, causing privacy concerns for some.

Tariffs Are Leading to Dip in Tourism Across U.S., Here’s What That Means for Dallas

By Emma RubyJune 3, 2025

European airlines report a decrease in U.S.-bound flight bookings, even as DFW Airport expands its international offerings.

Texas Relaxes Punishment for Student Vaping, Cracks Down on Other Behaviors

By Emma RubyJune 2, 2025

Schools will now be able to handle students who bring e-cigarette devices to campus on a case-by-case basis.

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Do-Good Veterinarians Bring Care to Pets of Dallas’ Homebound, Elderly

By Emma RubyMay 30, 2025

A veterinarian says keeping Dallas’ pet population healthy is key to keeping the city’s most vulnerable healthy.

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.

UNT Grapples With National Trend of Drop in International Student Enrollment

By Emma RubyMay 30, 2025

A significant dropoff in international students at Texas universities could be detrimental to a multibillion-dollar industry.

Hundreds of Bike Lane Miles Approved for Dallas, but is the City Working Fast Enough?

By Emma RubyMay 29, 2025

Dallas has half the bicycle infrastructure of Houston, Austin and San Antonio. The newly adopted plan could fix that.

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UPDATE: Council Denies Batch Plant Zoning Request Near Youth Soccer Park

By Emma RubyMay 28, 2025

Dallas needs concrete to build, but the industry’s pollution is concerning for families who utilize a nearby soccer park.

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Today is the Last Great Day for Southwest Airlines

By Emma RubyMay 27, 2025

If you enjoy traveling with free luggage, today might be a good time to book your summer travels.

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Dallas Protesters Demand Release of Columbia Student Outside ICE Office

By Emma RubyMay 22, 2025

Mahmoud Khalil was arrested in March and has been kept at an ICE detention center in Louisiana despite his legal status in the U.S.

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Dallas Officials Give In-Depth Look at Convention Center Plans, Questions Remain

By Emma RubyMay 22, 2025

“There is no intention to draw birds to the site,” was an actual quote from Wednesday’s Convention Center briefing inside City Hall.

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UPDATE: Dallas Stars ‘BANG’ Guy Out of Jail, Back in Arena

By Emma RubyMay 22, 2025

The white suit-wearing glass banger might be the Stars’ most recognizable fan, but he’s been missing this season. Until this week.

DART is under more pressure than ever. Are bus drivers the collateral damage?

The Wheels On the Bus Are Falling Off at DART

By Emma RubyMay 21, 2025

With equipment failures and calls to slash funding, DART is under more pressure than ever. Are bus drivers the collateral damage?

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