Did Dallas Rush the Appointment of an Interim City Manager?
Dallas has an interim city manager, but some worry the decision was made far too quickly.
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After City Council Vote, Heart House Can Serve Children Where They Are
Nonprofit Heart House provides afterschool and summer programming for refugee, immigrant and under-resourced children in Dallas’ Vickery Meadow.
Hitching a Ride with Cornel West: A Conversation on Israel, His Presidential Run and John Coltrane
The outspoken intellectual was in North Texas for a pro-Palestine rally, and we found ourselves in the back of an SUV with him discussing much more than the conflict in the Middle East.
Candidate Questionnaire: Sen. Nathan Johnson and Rep. Victoria Neave Criado for Senate District 16
The race for Texas Senate District 16 is intriguing, mainly because there isn’t a Republican running. Primary Day will be Election Day for either Johnson or Neave Criado.
The ‘R’ stands for ‘Revenge’: What Republicans’ Civil War Means for the Future of Texas
Ken Paxton and Greg Abbott have led the charge for much of the recent Republican-on-Republican battling. History suggests it could negatively impact the GOP.
Denton Vigil for Nex Benedict Honors the Murdered Trans Teen, Native Heritage
The story of Nex Benedict, killed near Tulsa in February, has inspired and saddened many in the LGBTQ community, including here in North Texas.
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Forget Winning One – Dallas Is a Long Way From Even Hosting a Super Bowl
Sports Business Journal named Dallas as America’s “No. 1 Sports Business City” for 2023; someone tell the NFL when it picks a Super Bowl host city.
Huzzah! Why Advocates Say Blocking Kroger-Albertsons Merger Is Good for Shoppers, Workers
“America’s policies must not be guided solely by corporate greed,” said Gene Lantz, the president of Dallas AFL-CIO, about a potential merger of grocery giants.
Derek Avery Says He Will Finally Bring Running Water to Dallas County’s Sandbranch
Sandbranch has been without clean water for decades. Now, a candidate for Dallas County’s District 3 commissioner seat says he’s going to change that.
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Late and Lacking: Dallas County Finally Submits Its Sexual Assault Response Team Report.
Nearly three months after it was due by law, the Dallas County Sexual Assault Response Team filed a very short report that left out many important details.
Dallas Observer Announces Partnership with News Revenue Hub
We’re revamping our membership program with new benefits and a new partner.
We Listened to Mayor Eric Johnson on Ted Cruz’s Podcast So You Don’t Have To
In an episode that aired Monday, Dallas’ mayor was a guest on the junior Texas senator’s podcast, Verdict with Ted Cruz. It went about as well as you’d think.
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A Church in Dallas Provides a Welcoming Presence for Migrants Starting a New Life
Each week, buses pull up to Oak Lawn United Methodist church to deliver migrant passengers, many of whom have endured weeks of tough times near the border. They’re on their way to a new home.
State Rep. Julie Johnson Is Closing in on U.S. Congress
“It would be pretty hard to find a fiercer champion for the people,” said Beto O’Rourke of the Farmers Branch Democrat.
Dallas City Council To Vote on Tony Timpa Settlement
The settlement isn’t all Tony Timpa’s family wanted, but their attorney says they want to finally put the case behind them.
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Summer in February: Dallas Weather Is Melting Faces and Records
“North Texas invited all the seasons this week! Record heat to start the week and much cooler to end the month!” WFAA’s Pete Delkus wrote on X.
Lawsuits Detail Undercover Investigations Into Alleged Illicit Dallas Massage Parlors
Two massage parlors were allegedly known locations for prostitution in Dallas. Now, they’re being sued by the city.
What Could Marijuana Rescheduling Do For Texas?
It’s still uncertain how exactly marijuana rescheduling would affect the state. But, some think it could have a positive impact on Texas cannabis reform.
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Locals Aim Their Protest at Weapons Maker Raytheon in Support of Palestine
On Thursday, hundreds gathered at the Raytheon campus in Richardson to protest the war in Palestine and demand the company stop supplying weapons to Israel.
Activists Want a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ban in Big D, but Operators Say ‘Neigh’
“They’re only going after the bleeding-heart approach, and I get it – but I have the same bleeding heart,” said one North Texas horse carriage operator.
Dallas City Council Members React After ‘Secret’ Resignation of City Manager
Some intriguing questions and details have emerged since the Dallas City Manager surprisingly announced his resignation on Wednesday.
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Dallas’ Child Care, Adult Care Facilities Get a Boost from City Council
Now, Dallas child care and adult care facilities can open up in more areas of the city than before.