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Simone Carter was a Staff Writer for the Dallas Observer where she primarily covered news. Prior to joining the Observer staff in June 2020, Simone worked as a freelance music journalist and has written for publications like Newsweek, The Dallas Morning News, Fort Worth Weekly, the Denton Record-Chronicle and more. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s in journalism from the University of North Texas and graduated summa cum laude. She’s earned the Barbara Jordan Media Award for Written/Print from the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities, among other honors.

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In Race for Attorney General, U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert Warns of Liberal ‘Agenda’ Sweeping Texas

By Simone CarterJanuary 17, 2022

U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert hopes to beat incumbent Ken Paxton in the Republican primary for Texas attorney general.

Pray the Pain Away: Gov. Abbott’s Office Asks for Prayers to End Human Trafficking

By Simone CarterJanuary 14, 2022

Gov. Greg Abbott has found a solution to human trafficking: prayer.

Father Sues City of Denton Following Police Killing of UNT Student Darius Tarver

Father Sues City of Denton Following Police Killing of UNT Student Darius Tarver

By Simone CarterJanuary 13, 2022

The father of a Darius Tarver, a UNT student killed by police, has filed a lawsuit against the city of Denton.

Incumbent Sid Miller and Texas Rep. James White Lock Horns in Primary Race for Ag Commissioner

By Simone CarterJanuary 12, 2022

Ahead of the March primary, the race for Texas agriculture commissioner is heating up.

Texas Legislators on Both Sides of Aisle Slam Shelley Luther’s Anti-Asian Comments

By Simone CarterJanuary 11, 2022

Despite a recent spike in anti-Asian hate crimes, GOP candidate Shelley Luther calls for Chinese students to be banned from Texas universities.

Guns N’ Droneses: Amid Bid for Texas House, Shelley Luther Goes Full-Blown Kid Rock

By Simone CarterJanuary 10, 2022

In a video posted to Facebook, state Senate candidate Shelley Luther showed off her new gun and promoted a custom firearms business.

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U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz Grovels on FOX for Calling Jan. 6 Insurrection a ‘Terrorist Attack’

By Simone CarterJanuary 8, 2022

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz backpedaled on FOX after host Tucker Carlson slammed him for calling the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection a “terrorist attack.”

In Race for Governor’s Mansion, Beto O’Rourke Goes on the Offense

By Simone CarterJanuary 7, 2022

In the race for Texas governor, Democratic candidate Beto O’Rourke is getting his hands dirty.

Dallas ISD Reports Low Teacher Turnover Rate, But Future Uncertain Amid Rise in COVID Cases

By Simone CarterJanuary 6, 2022

Amid the latest surge in COVID-19, Dallas ISD has reported the lowest teacher turnover rate in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Ted Cruz’s Daughter Disses Him on TikTok: ‘I Really Disagree With Most of His Views’

By Simone CarterDecember 30, 2021

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz may run for president again, but his own daughter recently announced she doesn’t agree with his politics.

Texas Runs Low on the Monoclonal Antibody Effective Against Omicron

Texas Runs Low on the Monoclonal Antibody Effective Against Omicron

By Simone CarterDecember 29, 2021

As COVID-19 cases skyrocket after the Christmas holiday, some infusion centers have run out of monoclonal antibody treatment.

Already Behind Bars: Capitol Rioter Jenna Ryan Went to Federal Prison Days Before Christmas

Already Behind Bars: Capitol Rioter Jenna Ryan Went to Federal Prison Days Before Christmas

By Simone CarterDecember 28, 2021

Frisco real estate broker and Capitol rioter Jenna Ryan has surrendered herself to federal prison.

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Not Just Schools: The Push to Ban Certain Books Has Moved to Texas Public Libraries

By Simone CarterDecember 27, 2021

Some public libraries across the state are reporting an uptick in book challenges.

Dreaming of a Warm Christmas: Looking Back on Dallas Holiday Weather Record-Setters

By Simone CarterDecember 23, 2021

Christmas in Dallas is going to be warm, but another recent year was the hottest on record.

Roundup: The Top Five Most Ridiculous Things Texas Politicians Said in 2021

By Simone CarterDecember 21, 2021

Here are the top five stupidest things Texas politicians said this year.

‘Texit’ Leader and Lt. Gov. Candidate Daniel Miller Thinks ‘Cancel Culture’ Is Attacking His Wikipedia Page

By Simone CarterDecember 20, 2021

Daniel Miller, a Republican lieutenant governor candidate and “Texit” architect, has accused “cancel culture” of trying to get his Wikipedia page removed.

Keep Them On: Airline CEOs Question Mask Use on Planes, but Experts Disagree

By Simone CarterDecember 17, 2021

Airline CEOs are questioning masks on planes, but experts worry it could give passengers the green light to ramp up bad behavior.

In May, Joshua Murray Was Held in Contempt of Court. Now, He’s Running for Collin County Judge.

By Simone CarterDecember 16, 2021

Lavon resident and veteran Joshua Murray hopes to unseat Chris Hill as Collin County judge.

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U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw Praises Pope for Defending Right to say Merry Christmas

By Simone CarterDecember 15, 2021

U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw is praising the pope, who’s warned against efforts to “cancel Christmas.”

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Plans to Mirror Texas’ Anti-Abortion Law to Ban Assault Weapons

By Simone CarterDecember 14, 2021

In an attempt to ban assault weapons, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is using a legal mechanism in Texas anti-abortion law.

‘It’s Traumatizing’: Dallas Could Soon Ban Puppy Sales in Pet Stores

By Simone CarterDecember 11, 2021

Animal rights advocates are pushing for Dallas to pass an ordinance banning the sale of puppies in pet stores.

Former Lt. Gov. Candidate Matthew Dowd Slammed for ‘White Male Christian’ Comment

By Simone CarterDecember 9, 2021

As a “white male Christian,” Matthew Dowd has announced he’s ending his campaign for lieutenant governor to make room for diverse candidates.

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