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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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Dallas QAnon Convention to Pump Proceeds into Sidney Powell’s Pro-Trump Nonprofit

Dallas QAnon Convention to Pump Proceeds into Sidney Powell’s Pro-Trump Nonprofit

By Jacob VaughnMay 18, 2021

Even though the election is done, Joe Biden is president and all the significant court challenges to his victory have been dismissed, the legal defense fund continues to raise money, now with help from the organizers of the Q convention in Dallas.

How Accusations of ‘Defunding Police’ Could Decide a Dallas City Council Runoff

How Accusations of ‘Defunding Police’ Could Decide a Dallas City Council Runoff

By Jacob VaughnMay 17, 2021

District 14 City Council Member David Blewett said it’s clear to him now that overtime funding is a vital part of the public safety budget.

Can a Neighborhood-Led Plan Curb Gentrification in West Dallas?

Can a Neighborhood-Led Plan Curb Gentrification in West Dallas?

By Jacob VaughnMay 17, 2021

The Trinity Park Conservancy, West Dallas 1, Downwinders at Risk and SMU Budd Center partnered to develop the West Dallas Community Vision Plan in collaboration with residents and community leaders.

With a Record Number of Homeless in North Texas, Black People Remain Overrepresented

With a Record Number of Homeless in North Texas, Black People Remain Overrepresented

By Jacob VaughnMay 14, 2021

The findings of the census were presented during the 2021 State of Homelessness Address on Tuesday.

Volunteers: Migrant Teens Held in Dallas Convention Center Feel Imprisoned

Volunteers: Migrant Teens Held in Dallas Convention Center Feel Imprisoned

By Jacob VaughnMay 13, 2021

The longer time goes on, the more the convention center feels like a jail to the boys.

Here Are the Dallas City Council Runoffs You Should Know About

Here Are the Dallas City Council Runoffs You Should Know About

By Jacob VaughnMay 11, 2021

City Council seats in these six districts are still up for grabs.

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Cash for Hemp Licenses: Sid Miller’s Political Aide Wrapped Up in Different Kind of ‘Drug Deal’

Cash for Hemp Licenses: Sid Miller’s Political Aide Wrapped Up in Different Kind of ‘Drug Deal’

By Jacob VaughnMay 10, 2021

Arrested Thursday night and booked into the Travis County jail, Todd Smith was released early Friday morning with a bond set at $10,000.

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson: Cities Need ‘a More Prominent Seat’ at the Global Table

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson: Cities Need ‘a More Prominent Seat’ at the Global Table

By Jacob VaughnMay 7, 2021

The thinking is that local governments are on the frontlines of global issues, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, trade and others. Therefore, they should be a bigger part of these global discussions.

Here’s Where You Can Find Some of the Best Delta-8 Products in North Texas

Here’s Where You Can Find Some of the Best Delta-8 Products in North Texas

By Jacob VaughnMay 6, 2021

It will likely never be as good as the real stuff, but people say that Delta-8 is about half as potent as Delta-9.

In Dallas, Gilley’s Says It’s Dropped Controversial QAnon Convention

In Dallas, Gilley’s Says It’s Dropped Controversial QAnon Convention

By Jacob VaughnMay 5, 2021

It’s unclear when the decision was made, who made it and what the future holds for the three-day QAnon Convention.

Neco Bonham Is Suing Richardson and the Cops Who Arrested Him

By Jacob VaughnMay 5, 2021

In a federal lawsuit against the city of Richardson and the arresting officers, Bonham and his attorney say the two cops pulled him over for a bogus reason and then used excessive force.

How the Lincoln Katy Trail Project Could Upend Life for a Blind Resident

How the Lincoln Katy Trail Project Could Upend Life for a Blind Resident

By Jacob VaughnMay 4, 2021

For about the last five years, Brittany King has been fighting to preserve her way of life, threatened by a development that was up for a final City Council vote last week.

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The ‘Fight and Marathon’ Continues for Zephi Trevino After Murder Indictment

The ‘Fight and Marathon’ Continues for Zephi Trevino After Murder Indictment

By Jacob VaughnMay 1, 2021

A grand jury in Dallas County decided to hand Trevino the indictments for murder and aggravated assault last Wednesday.

Smokable Hemp Is Still Legal in Texas. For Now.

Smokable Hemp Is Still Legal in Texas. For Now.

By Jacob VaughnApril 29, 2021

For the time being, the question of whether your smokable hemp is legal or not is in a state of limbo.

Amid Calls for Cancellation, For God & Country Patriot Roundup Doubles Down on QAnon

Amid Calls for Cancellation, For God & Country Patriot Roundup Doubles Down on QAnon

By Jacob VaughnApril 28, 2021

The event will include such speakers as retired Army Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser to Trump, as well as Sidney Powell, formerly a lawyer for both Flynn and Trump.

In Dallas’ Joppa, Environmental Health Project Raises Questions of Inclusion

In Dallas’ Joppa, Environmental Health Project Raises Questions of Inclusion

By Jacob VaughnApril 27, 2021

At the time it was announced, Adam Bazaldua, Joppa’s city council member, applauded Downwinders and Joppa resident Temeckia Durrough for helping make the project happen. Now, Durrough said she feels she and another community member are being excluded from the project.

These Dallas Activists Marched Through the Streets. Now, They’re Running for City Council.

These Dallas Activists Marched Through the Streets. Now, They’re Running for City Council.

By Jacob VaughnApril 26, 2021

These activists and organizers are taking their fight from streets into public office.

In City Council Race, Dallas Mayor Backs Opponents of Some Incumbents

In City Council Race, Dallas Mayor Backs Opponents of Some Incumbents

By Jacob VaughnApril 23, 2021

In almost every race, there are claims of stolen signs and propaganda.

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Ethics Complaint Against Dallas City Plan Commissioner Wayne Garcia Dismissed

Ethics Complaint Against Dallas City Plan Commissioner Wayne Garcia Dismissed

By Jacob VaughnApril 22, 2021

The complaint alleged several violations of the city’s code of ethics in regards to a business deal he signed onto with two opponents of a zoning case in his district.

‘Sir, This is a Wendy’s’: The Odd Story of a City Council Candidate with a Kitchen Knife

‘Sir, This is a Wendy’s’: The Odd Story of a City Council Candidate with a Kitchen Knife

By Jacob VaughnApril 21, 2021

After about 30 minutes of talking to the parties involved, the police said no criminal mischief had occurred and asked everyone to leave.

Dallas Police Relaxes Weed Policy Just in Time For 4/20

Dallas Police Relaxes Weed Policy Just in Time For 4/20

By Jacob VaughnApril 20, 2021

Most drug-related arrests, 85%, are for possession of less than 2 ounces of weed.

What’s the Dallas City Council’s Record on Environmental Work?

What’s the Dallas City Council’s Record on Environmental Work?

By Jacob VaughnApril 19, 2021

Some say the current City Council is the greenest Dallas has ever seen.

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