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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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White House Partnership Could Speed Up Dallas Homeless Response

By Jacob VaughnMay 23, 2023

This new collaboration with the Biden administration provides a new way to combat unsheltered homelessness in North Texas.

Ransomware Attackers Threaten Release of Dallas Data

Ransomware Attackers Threaten Release of Dallas Data

By Jacob VaughnMay 19, 2023

The group behind the cyber attack against Dallas claimed it will soon release data stolen from the city unless paid a ransom.

DEA Could Issue New Rules for Delta-8, Synthetic THCs

By Jacob VaughnMay 19, 2023

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will propose new rules that could make delta-8 a controlled substance.

Dallas City Council Could Determine Future of I-345 This Month

By Jacob VaughnMay 17, 2023

For years, Dallasites have been discussing what to do with this section of highway. A decision may finally be coming soon.

Police Deny Father’s Account of Allen Outlet Mall Shooting

By Jacob VaughnMay 16, 2023

Steven Spainhouer described what he saw on the scene of the May 6 mass shooting in Allen. Authorities now say he “is not a credible incident witness.”

Electric Scooters Could Return to Dallas on June 1

By Jacob VaughnMay 15, 2023

The city has been trying to get its shared dockless vehicles back since 2020.

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THC Isomer Ban Bills Likely Dead in Texas Legislature

By Jacob VaughnMay 12, 2023

Texas lawmakers have been trying to ban hemp-derived THC isomers. Their efforts may be going nowhere.

Trump-Era Policy That Curbed Migration to U.S. During Pandemic Ends Today

Trump-Era Policy That Curbed Migration to U.S. During Pandemic Ends Today

By Jacob VaughnMay 11, 2023

Controversial Title 42 ends today. Will it create a greater border crisis?

Dallas Is Getting Back Online After Last Week’s Ransomware Attack

By Jacob VaughnMay 10, 2023

Dallas is still recovering from last week’s ransomware attack.

Dallas City Council Election Results: Low Voter Turnout Steals the Show

By Jacob VaughnMay 9, 2023

The Dallas City Council elections were decided by an apathetic voting base.

Hacked: Dallas Ransomware Attack Disrupts City Services

By Jacob VaughnMay 5, 2023

A ransomware group called Royal is behind a cyber attack that’s interrupting multiple city services across Dallas.

District 13 City Council Candidates Focus on Crime, Short-Term Rentals

District 13 City Council Candidates Focus on Crime, Short-Term Rentals

By Jacob VaughnMay 5, 2023

District 13 City Council member Gay Donnell Willis faces former real estate agent Priscilla Shacklett in her bid for re-election.

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In District 7 Race for Dallas City Council, Food Scarcity is a Top Issue

By Jacob VaughnMay 4, 2023

Dallas City Council member Adam Bazaldua was elected to represent District 7 in 2019, and faces three challengers for a third term.

The Big Squeeze: Surviving Dallas’ Affordable Housing Crunch Makes Roommates Out of Strangers

By Jacob VaughnMay 3, 2023

Rising rents and gentrification in Dallas continues to make life more difficult for many.

Valley View Mall Site Key in Dallas City Council District 11 Race

By Jacob VaughnMay 3, 2023

City Council member Jaynie Schultz will face off with journalist Candace Evans for District 11 seat.

Federal Bill Could Offer Better Pay, Benefits to Local Airport Workers

By Jacob VaughnMay 2, 2023

The Good Jobs Good Airports Act would provide better pay and benefits to airport workers across the U.S.

Police, Fire Associations Split on Dallas City Council Endorsements

By Jacob VaughnApril 28, 2023

The police and firefighters associations in Dallas have some thoughts on who you should vote for in the race for City Council.

‘Monumental’: Texas Bill To Legalize Cannabis Gets a Hearing

By Jacob VaughnApril 26, 2023

Sometimes just getting invited to the party is enough. A new bill could legalize cannabis use and possession for Texans 21 and older.

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Dallas Program to Provide Job Training for Low- and Moderate-Income Homes

Dallas Program to Provide Job Training for Low- and Moderate-Income Homes

By Jacob VaughnApril 25, 2023

The Upskilling Dallas Program would help adults in the workplace who could use more training to get farther.

DOJ Claims Companies Illegally Sold Service Members’ Vehicles

By Jacob VaughnApril 24, 2023

Several federal complaints in recent years claim towing companies have been illegally selling vehicles owned by military servicemembers.

Councilman Jaime Resendez Faces Two Challengers in District 5 Where Crime Is a Key Issue

By Jacob VaughnApril 21, 2023

District 5 City Councilman Jaime Resendez is facing two challengers who say he’s not doing enough for district residents.

Sen. Royce West of Dallas Retracts Support for Texas Anti-Drag Bill

By Jacob VaughnApril 19, 2023

Sen. Royce West, a Dallas Democrat, now says misinformation led him to support Senate Bill 12, which would ban drag performances in front of minors.

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