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DoorDash Grandma Doesn’t Need To Save 4 Cents on Taxes, She Needs a Living Wage
As North Texas rents skyrocket, viral ‘heartwarming’ stories of working seniors are starting to look a lot more like horror stories.
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You Ask, We Answer: Introducing the Weekly WTF
The only thing better than journalism made for you, is journalism inspired by you. Submit your questions about life in Dallas so we can investigate.
Dallas Observer Audience Survey Now Open
Let’s talk, Dallas. By taking our audience survey, you’ll give us critical insight into what you expect (and want) from the Observer.
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Show Is About Business, Not Politics
The NFL is looking to expand its reach into Latin America and into the world.
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Standing With Our Communities, Supporting All Immigrants
Voice Media Group supports those participating in the nationwide ICE strike, and does not support the current administration’s actions against immigrants. A message from our CEO and editorial director.
DPD Says Gunfire, Fireworks Calls Were Down on New Year’s Eve. I Didn’t Bother Calling
As fireworks exploded over my Oak Cliff home, I thought to myself: What are the cops going to do?
The Worst of Dallas 2025
Come on, join the commiseration. Take a look at what made Dallas not great this year.
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Observer Membership Has Its Privileges: A Party With Us
You supported our journalism in 2025, now we want to give our supporters a gift to get ready for another year of storytelling. Join us Dec. 17 at The Grapevine Bar.
5 Things Our Food Editor Is Thankful For
The local food scene makes Dallas a great place to live and eat. Hashtag thankful.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Gets Her Epsteins Mixed Up
The potential candidate for U.S. Senate listed prominent GOP figures who took donations from the sex offender. But they didn’t.
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Dallas Deserves More Than 4 Ps: What Johnson Must Say in His City Address
The last few years, the mayor’s remarks have followed a nearly identical script. This year, more than ever, he needs to change it up.
Cornyn’s Campaign Twist: Attack Paxton’s Charges, Ignore Trump’s Convictions
The incumbent U.S. Senator hopes that GOP voters will suddenly start caring about stuff like extramarital affairs and criminal charges.
Trump Suggests Tariff ‘Dividend’ for All. Maybe We’ll Buy a Unicorn
Here are 10 things we would do with a $2,000 ‘tariff dividend’ — whatever that is.
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Suddenly, Texas Republicans (Heart) New York
Texas GOP weeps crocodile tears over Zohran Mandami’s election.
Greg Abbott Posted A Dumb Tweet. He’s Done That A Lot.
Like our president, our governor loves to hit post on a regrettable tweet. Here are some of the dumbest ones he’s posted.
Dallas Observer Kicks Off End-of-Year Membership Drive
What a year it’s been. And now we’re setting out to raise $30,000 to power our newsroom.
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The City of Dallas Should Be Celebrating Revelers Hall Instead of Killing It
Recent enforcement of preventing live music venues from charging a cover has jeopardized musicians’ livelihoods.
DFW and Love Not Playing Noem Video. We Have Better Ideas.
Homeland security secretary attempts to use airports for politicking over the government shutdown.
Opinion: Debate Over What To Do With Dallas City Hall Promises Good Times Ahead
To tear down City Hall or not to tear down City Hall, that’s a question that promises a lot of heat. We hope.
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Just Admit it, Jerry: You Paid $250,000 to Flip Someone Off
We respect Jerry Jones’ right to give someone the bird. He can afford it. But he should just be honest about it too.