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Jacob Vaughn

Jacob Vaughn was a staff writer for the Dallas Observer and a long-time contributor who primarily covered local news and cannabis.

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In Unrelated Cases, 3 People Have Died Following Arrests by Dallas Police in 2023

By Jacob VaughnJuly 10, 2023

Local law enforcement is still investigating the deaths as autopsy and toxicology results are pending in two of the cases.

Dallas Police Now Require Online Reporting for Low-Level Crimes

By Jacob VaughnJuly 7, 2023

The department hopes officers will be able to respond quicker to more serious crimes under the new requirement.

Is President Biden ‘Washing His Hands’ of JFK Assassination Records?

By Jacob VaughnJuly 6, 2023

An expert says the fight for more documents will have to take place in court.

New Task Force Report Pinpoints Issues With Response to Homelessness

By Jacob VaughnJuly 5, 2023

The findings show a sharp increase in unsheltered homelessness and a sever lack of “deeply affordable housing” in Dallas

North Texas Suit Played ‘Integral Role’ in Student Loan Decision, Addison Group Says

By Jacob VaughnJune 30, 2023

Biden’s program would have benefited some 40 million borrowers.

Dallas (Kind of) Gets a Master Lease Program for Homeless Residents

By Jacob VaughnJune 30, 2023

The plan could open up another 360 units annually to help house those in need.

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Dallas Approves Another $70,000 for Poker Rooms Lawsuit

By Jacob VaughnJune 29, 2023

The city has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars fighting card rooms in court.

Study of Marvin Nichols Reservoir May Lead to Victory for Opponents

Study of Marvin Nichols Reservoir May Lead to Victory for Opponents

By Jacob VaughnJune 28, 2023

A potential water supply meant to serve D/FW’s growing needs will get another look at the possible damage it could cause.

New Group Wants Dallas to Set Aside $200 Million for Housing

By Jacob VaughnJune 27, 2023

The Dallas Housing Coalition has one very big goal for the city’s 2024 bond package.

Garland Smokeshop Claims Innocence After Marijuana Arrests

By Jacob VaughnJune 26, 2023

bee Hippy Hemp Dispensary says it sells compliant hemp products but the place got raided by law enforcement earlier this month.

Lake Dallas Tiny Home Village’s 15 Minutes of Fame Has Lasted Years

By Jacob VaughnJune 23, 2023

Terry Lantrip opened the development in 2018, offering lots for lease to owners of mini-houses. Interest in it continues as Dallas faces a housing shortage.

30 New Affordable Homes Coming to Dallas’ Joppa

By Jacob VaughnJune 22, 2023

The Dallas County Commissioners Court approved a $1.6 million grant to build new homes and infrastructure in a historic freedmen’s town.

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Dallas Approves New Ethics Rules

By Jacob VaughnJune 21, 2023

The City Council gave the thumbs up on a new set of guidelines that should help officials tackle corruption.

Dallas Wrestles With How To Handle City Hall Corruption

By Jacob VaughnJune 12, 2023

Next week, the City Council could vote on a slate of amendments to how to deal with ethics violations.

Joe Tave, Zarin Gracey Face Off in Dallas City Council Runoff Election

By Jacob VaughnJune 9, 2023

The District 3 seat in City Hall is up for grabs. Here are the two candidates hoping to take it.

Dallas is Working To Reduce Random Gunfire

By Jacob VaughnJune 8, 2023

People are shooting their guns throughout the city. Residents feel enough isn’t being done about it.

Mr. Natural: Wyatt Purp Is Rebelling Against Synthetic THC. (So Is the Government.)

By Jacob VaughnJune 7, 2023

A North Texas entrepreneur says he connecting people with cannabis in a natural way is his mission from God.

Texas Legislative Session Saw Tiny Victories for Cannabis Reform

By Jacob VaughnJune 6, 2023

Marijuana reform advocates say this year’s results offered a mixed bag, but there’s some hope for the future.

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5 Hacks by Dallas Ransomware Attackers

By Jacob VaughnMay 31, 2023

The cyber criminals behind the recent attack have been busy across the U.S. and abroad.

Dallas Backs Bill Outlawing Hair Discrimination

By Jacob VaughnMay 30, 2023

The Crown Act will outlaw discrimination on the basis of hair for schooling, employment and housing in Texas.

Dallas City Council Approves TxDOT Plan for I-345 Remodel

By Jacob VaughnMay 26, 2023

After over a decade of debate, a major thoroughfare is set to be rebuilt after a vote by City Council.

Frisco ISD Faces Several Federal Civil Rights Investigations

By Jacob VaughnMay 24, 2023

The U.S. Eduction Department’s Office of Civil Rights has its eye on a North Texas school district.

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