Simone Carter

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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Vaccine Misinformation Plaguing North Texas’ Undocumented Communities

By Simone CarterFebruary 8, 2021

Many undocumented immigrants living in North Texas don’t realize they are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

State Lawmakers Face Redistricting Challenge Following 2020 Census

By Simone CarterFebruary 5, 2021

The 2020 census has thrown a wrench in the state’s redistricting process.

Democrat Beto O’Rourke Mulling Bid for Governor’s Mansion

By Simone CarterFebruary 4, 2021

Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke is considering running against Gov. Greg Abbott in 2022.

Reddit Trolls Drove Up GameStop Stock, But Experts Warn it Will Soon Come Crashing Down

By Simone CarterFebruary 2, 2021

Reddit users have effectively trolled Wall Street, leading lawmakers to call for tighter regulations.

Two Professors Say They Were Fired for Speaking Out about Collin College’s COVID-19 Plans

By Simone CarterFebruary 1, 2021

Two professors say they were fired from Collin College for speaking out against its COVID-19 reopening plan.

Double Masking will Help Avert Future COVID ‘Nightmare,’ Public Health Experts Say

By Simone CarterJanuary 29, 2021

With new highly infectious COVID-19 variants appearing, public health experts recommend wearing two masks.

Ted Cruz Arguing for Congressional Term Limits in Act of ‘Political Theater’

By Simone CarterJanuary 28, 2021

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is pushing for a constitutional amendment limiting congressional term limits.

Capitol Protester Jenna Ryan Faces More Charges, Still Seeking Donations for Defense

By Steven Monacelli and OthersJanuary 28, 2021

North Texas real estate broker Jenna Ryan, one of at least 150 people facing criminal charges in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, is still online seeking donations to help cover the cost of her legal defense despite being booted off three online funding services and issuing a Twitter message saying…

Texas AG Ken Paxton’s Lawsuit Is Stopping Biden’s 100-Day Deportation Pause — for Now

By Simone CarterJanuary 27, 2021

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Biden administration over its 100-day deportation moratorium.

‘Heil Hitler:’ Embattled Frisco Realtor Jenna Ryan Dropped from PayPal

By Simone CarterJanuary 26, 2021

Frisco real estate broker Jenna Ryan has been removed from PayPal and other fundraising websites, where she was attempting to raise money for her legal defense.

Texas Democrats Seek New Leadership as GOP Continues to Claim Election Fraud

By Simone CarterJanuary 25, 2021

As Texas Democrats shed old leadership, the state’s Republicans are holding onto baseless claims of widespread election fraud.

‘F*** Off You Fascist:’ Actors, Lawyers, Politicians Pressure U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz To Resign

By Simone CarterJanuary 22, 2021

Calls continue to mount for Texas Sen. Ted Cruz to resign.

Dallas Leadership Homing in on Short-Term Rental Regulations

By Simone CarterJanuary 21, 2021

Dallas City Council hopes to crack down on party houses at short-term rentals such as Airbnb and Vrbo.

‘We’re Not Losing a Generation:’ North Texas Teachers and Students Adapting to Pandemic

By Simone CarterJanuary 20, 2021

The pandemic has brought an array of challenges, but schools are learning to adjust.

Storm Chasers: Local Activists Exposed Three North Texans Pictured at Capitol Riot

By Simone CarterJanuary 19, 2021

While the nation watched in horror, Courtney Brooks got to work. On Jan. 6, the day Congress met to certify the results of the November presidential election, outgoing President Donald Trump spoke to a sea of supporters, urging them to “fight like hell” or risk losing their country. They did,…

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Vaccine Misinformation Plaguing North Texas’ Undocumented Communities

State Lawmakers Face Redistricting Challenge Following 2020 Census

Democrat Beto O’Rourke Mulling Bid for Governor’s Mansion

Reddit Trolls Drove Up GameStop Stock, But Experts Warn it Will Soon Come Crashing Down

Two Professors Say They Were Fired for Speaking Out about Collin College’s COVID-19 Plans

Double Masking will Help Avert Future COVID ‘Nightmare,’ Public Health Experts Say

Ted Cruz Arguing for Congressional Term Limits in Act of ‘Political Theater’

Capitol Protester Jenna Ryan Faces More Charges, Still Seeking Donations for Defense

Texas AG Ken Paxton’s Lawsuit Is Stopping Biden’s 100-Day Deportation Pause — for Now

‘Heil Hitler:’ Embattled Frisco Realtor Jenna Ryan Dropped from PayPal

Texas Democrats Seek New Leadership as GOP Continues to Claim Election Fraud

‘F*** Off You Fascist:’ Actors, Lawyers, Politicians Pressure U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz To Resign

Dallas Leadership Homing in on Short-Term Rental Regulations

‘We’re Not Losing a Generation:’ North Texas Teachers and Students Adapting to Pandemic

Storm Chasers: Local Activists Exposed Three North Texans Pictured at Capitol Riot

Frisco Pastor Tells Congregants to Prepare to Shoot Intruders Ahead of Biden Inauguration

U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert Wrongfully Quoted as Inciting More ‘Uprisings’

Pro-Trump Passengers Involved in Multiple In-Flight Disturbances

Democratic State Rep. Chris Turner Calls for Investigating AG Ken Paxton Following Capitol Raid

Mullet-Wearing High Schooler’s Slam Dunk Shatters Backboard, Stuns Ref

Full Hospitals Wouldn’t Only Hurt COVID Patients, Experts Say

Here Are the 17 Republican Lawmakers Who Voted to Subvert Election Results After Mob Attacks