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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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Who Should Take Over West Dallas’ Bataan Community Center?

By Jacob VaughnMay 23, 2024

The saga of the Bataan Community Center seems endless, but some want it to wind up in the city’s hands when all is said and done.

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Allen Police Put Hemp Shops on Notice for Selling Illegal THC Products

By Jacob VaughnMay 21, 2024

Vape and CBD shops in Allen have been warned about selling products with illegal levels of THC.

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Some Kleberg-Rylie Residents Allege Neglect by City

By Jacob VaughnMay 20, 2024

Both residents and the City Council member representing Kleberg-Rylie are frustrated that more can’t be done for the community.

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Texas Will Take Public Comments on Banning Intoxicating Hemp Products

By Jacob VaughnMay 17, 2024

For better or worse, changes seem to be coming to the hemp-derived cannabis industry in Texas.

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This City Process Could Change, Giving Dallas Residents Fewer Rights

By Jacob VaughnMay 16, 2024

A new state law has helped spark changes in a process that has long been used by residents to protect their neighborhoods.

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Dallas Mayor Says T.C. Broadnax Shouldn’t Receive Severance Pay

By Jacob VaughnMay 15, 2024

The former city manager’s lump-sum severance pay would be nearly a half-million dollars. The mayor questions whether taxpayers should be on the hook for it.

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North Texas Real Estate Agents Face a Future With New Questions

By Jacob VaughnMay 15, 2024

Real estate professionals in North Texas face an uncertain future thanks to a recent settlement over commissions.

Dallas Police Might Use Controversial Company for Facial Recognition

By Jacob VaughnMay 14, 2024

The AI technology is being used in other North Texas cities and will likely soon begin to recognize faces in Dallas.

Rowlett Kills Its DEI Commission

By Jacob VaughnMay 13, 2024

The commission has been disbanded, but its chair says she won’t stop DEI work in Rowlett.

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How ForwardDallas May Affect the Future of Dallas Neighborhoods

By Jacob VaughnMay 10, 2024

The ForwardDallas plan is being discussed at city plan commission meetings and town halls. Some worry about what the plan might change.

Joppa continues to fight factories and their pollution in the neighborhood.

Dallas Says There’s a New Plan to Preserve the City’s History

By Jacob VaughnMay 8, 2024

City Council approved the plan last month, but doubts remain on how likely it is to be implemented.

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Poker Rooms in Farmers Branch? It Might Not Be in the Cards.

By Jacob VaughnMay 7, 2024

Things aren’t looking so hot for poker clubs in Farmers Branch, but the games will continue in other cities across the state – including Dallas, for now at least.

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Report: Immigrants Contribute Billions to Dallas Economy

By Jacob VaughnMay 6, 2024

Immigrants accounted for 23.2% of the total population in Dallas and their households earned $10.7 billion in income in 2022, according to a new report.

Conflict of Interest? Rowlett Resident Accuses City Council Member of Corruption

By Jacob VaughnMay 3, 2024

A Rowlett city council member voted to approve a zoning case earlier this year. A Rowlett resident says he should have recused himself from the vote.

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Dallas Botched Renovations of Its New Permitting Office

By Jacob VaughnMay 1, 2024

Not long after they moved in, Dallas development services employees had to vacate their new office because it failed city inspections.

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Marijuana To Be Rescheduled in U.S. What Does That Mean for Texas?

By Jacob VaughnApril 30, 2024

The move won’t legalize marijuana across the country, but it’s a step in that direction.

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Just Like Everything Else, Mobile Homes in Texas Are Becoming Less Affordable

By Jacob VaughnApril 30, 2024

Manufactured or mobile housing can be more affordable, but that doesn’t mean it’s cheap.

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Family Files Lawsuit Over Man’s Death by Suicide in Kaufman County Jail

By Jacob VaughnApril 26, 2024

A North Texas man’s family is looking for justice in a wrongful death lawsuit brought against Kaufman County.

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Man Who Was Held Too Long in Jail Awarded $100,000 in Dallas County Settlement

By Jacob VaughnApril 24, 2024

A man was held in jail for nearly two months longer than he should’ve been. It’s the latest example of problems arising from technical issues with Dallas County software.

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Here’s What You Should Do if You’re Pulled Over With Hemp

By Jacob VaughnApril 23, 2024

One of these days, you could be stopped on the way home from the hemp shop. Here’s some advice that might keep you out of trouble.

Dallas City Manager T.C. Broadnax has resigned.

‘You Need a CEO’: In What Areas Should Dallas’ Next City Manager Excel?

By Jacob VaughnApril 22, 2024

Dallas City Council members weigh in on what kind of person the next city manager should be in order to succeed.

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Rule Changes for Hemp Products in Texas Could Be Around the Corner

By Jacob VaughnApril 18, 2024

Consumable hemp products have exploded in popularity since they were legalized in Texas. New regulations could put a stop to all the fun.

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