A Christmas Miracle: H-E-B is Coming to Dallas After City Council Approval
Despite some neighborhood concerns about traffic, the council overwhelmingly voted in favor of the grocer coming to town.
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Don’t Hit That Vape In Dallas. It Could Cost You Big.
After a year-long grace period the city’s ban on e-cigarettes in non-smoking areas is going into effect.
‘Political Pettiness’ is Hurting Dallas’ Homeless Community
Bickering led to the homelessness solutions committee losing quorum. That has drawn the ire of several Dallas City Council members.
‘A Gift To Republicans’: Top GOP Officials React To Crockett’s Senate Run
Paxton says Cornyn and Crockett are wasting their time. Abbott is making jokes on X. And Ted Cruz is somewhere tweeting about Tucker Carlson.
Paxton Levels ‘First-of-Their-Kind’ Accusations Against 2 Dallas Pediatricians
The attorney general’s war against a pair of Dallas doctors over gender-affirming care has been intensified.
No Drones For Texas Fishing, But a Helicopter To Hunt Hogs Is Cool
Texas Parks and Wildlife is keeping traditionalism alive, clamping down on drone fishing (yes, that’s a thing).
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FAQs About Abortion in Texas
A new bill that went into effect last week aims to stem the flow of abortion pills into the Lone Star State. The Observer has answers to common questions.
Dallas Skyrockets In Rankings of America’s Most Sought-After Rental Cities
Apartment hunters recently found themselves looking at North Texas more often than before, by a considerable amount. Here’s why.
Jasmine Crockett Enters U.S. Senate Race, Taking on Talarico in Democratic Primary
Former Senate hopeful Colin Allred pulled out of the race early this morning, citing his desire to avoid a bruising primary.
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Controversial Energy Source of the ’80s Could Help the Power Crisis Now
As energy demands grow, exacerbated by data centers, the United States needs to find a new way to bolster their supply, and the solution may be the old way.
Colin Allred Drops Senate Bid, Now Aims for a Return to Congress
The move clears the way for Jasmine Crockett to announce her plans while Allred now takes on his Congressional successor.
Soccer’s G.O.A.T. Might Play Twice in North Texas in the 2026 World Cup: Schedule
Soccer’s greatest-ever player could play in what is likely his last World Cup twice in Arlington.
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‘Cruel and Harmful’ Abortion Law in Texas Goes Into Effect
A law allowing private citizens to sue manufacturers and distributors of abortion-inducing drugs goes into effect.
Two New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Could Be Licensed in North Texas Soon
The state approved adding nine additional licensed to the roster of medical marijuana dispensaries. The Department of Public Safety announced the conditional recipients on Monday.
Supreme Court Approves Texas’ Trump-Endorsed Congressional Maps for 2026
A lower court had previously ruled against the maps, stating that racial gerrymandering rendered them unconstitutional.
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‘Human Factor’ Cited as Reason Addison Breaks Pack Of Cities Trying To Leave DART
Addison will not join the growing roster of cities attempting to end their contracts with DART.
Top 10 Most Read Observer News Stories of 2025
Airlines, evictions, weather and suburbs – lots of suburbs – were hot topics for Observer readers in 2025.
UPDATE: Another Lawsuit Filed in Celina ISD Child Pornography Scandal
There are now three lawsuits representing dozens of families against former middle school coach accused of filming students in the locker room.
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No, Exchange Students Are Not Taking Roster Spots From North Texas Athletes
The governing body that oversees high school sports in Texas approved a ban on varsity spots for exchange students.
Fact Check: Trump Praises Dallas County Republicans’ Move to Paper Ballot Elections
The president urged Republican governors to follow the county party’s lead, but the paper ballots may not be all they’re cracked up to be.
After Violent Crime Spree, DART Spends Millions On Security Improvents
Murders, shootings and drug arrests at bus and train stops have caused a backlash that DART leaders are addressing.
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UPDATE: Addison Will Not Allow Residents to Vote on Leaving DART
Bucking a recent trend, Addison is not yet ready to let residents decide what to do about DART.