City Names Daniel Comeaux as New Dallas Chief of Police
The 33-year law enforcement veteran has served in Houston and in the Drug Enforcement Agency.
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Map: Where to See Bluebonnets Near Dallas This Spring
With an expected Bluebonnet shortage in Texas, you can use this map to remove the guesswork.
New Bill Would Ban Pride Flags In Texas Public Schools
Possible flag-banning comes while some conservative lawmakers also fight to force schools to display the Ten Commandments.
After Years of Hurt and Conflict, Sherman Finally Unveils Riot Historical Marker
Many in the town have been against commemorating the 1930 race riot, but a hopeful few are moving forward in a new way.
The Beef Between Texas AG Ken Paxton and Sen. John Cornyn: A History
Paxton formally announced his bid to challenge the incumbent on Tuesday, and we fully expect this fight to get dirty.
VIDEO: Dallas Welcomes Luka Doncic Back to the American Airlines Center
The superstar was traded 67 days ago. Upon returning to Dallas, Doncic was shown the sort of love few will ever experience.
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As Measles Outbreak Grows, Study Says Texas Has Second Worst Healthcare for Kids
Now is not a good time to be a sick child in the Lone Star State.
They Who Have Been Exiled: The Strict Religious Group Behind I-35’s Cheese Cave
For years, an extreme group that former members call a cult has exercised tight control over its congregation near Waco.
Judge Says Texas Prison Heat Is ‘Unconstitutional,’ No Change In Sight
Not much has yet to change in the billion-dollar challenge to install air conditioning in prisons.
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A Trump Executive Order is Hitting the Dallas Public Library Where it Hurts
Dallas’ libraries have relied on the slashed funding to start the GED Testing Center and English language learning classes.
Pictures: Remembering the Total Solar Eclipse In Dallas, 1 Year Ago
It was an eagerly anticipated event that lived up to the hype. In many ways, it feels like a lifetime ago.
Will You Help the Dallas Observer Spring Into Action?
It takes money to keep a local news source thriving. That’s why we’re asking for you to become a member this month.
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Meet the Dallasite Elected to Usher in ‘A New Day’ for Texas Democrats
After the November election, a shake-up was called for, and Kendall Scudder thinks he might be the party’s best option.
Self-Driving Semi-Trucks En Route to Dallas and Beyond
It is not your mind playing tricks on you. That semi-truck on I-45 might not have a driver at the wheel.
A New DPD Training Center Was Coming, Then it Wasn’t. Questions Persist
Dan Patrick nearly withdrew a $5 million pledge to the academy last month after the city’s plans appeared busted.
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Where To Go for the April 5 Hands Off! Protests in North Texas
The protests against the president and Elon Musk continue to grow in number and size across the U.S.
University of North Texas Is the Latest Texas College to Ban Drag Performances
A scheduled drag show on campus has been moved to a new venue, although current litigation could change things.
34 North Texas Billionaires Makes 2025 World’s Richest List
The annual Forbes ranking of billionaires features some surprising names and a ton of locals.
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A Vibrator, Huh? Let’s See Your ID.
Sen. Angela Paxton, Ken Paxton’s wife, continues the Republican war against masturbation.
Ken Paxton Strongly Hints at Senate Run, Polls Show He’ll Win
In a New York Times interview, the Texas attorney general had to be reminded he hasn’t yet announced his Senate bid.
Meet the 5 Candidates Vying to be Dallas’ Top Cop
The five made their ‘elevator pitches’ about why they should be the next head of DPD.
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Proposal Would Make it Easier To Arrest, Expel Texas Students
The Legislature is considering a series of bills to reintroduce harsher penalties for students who act out in class.