Matt Gaetz, Texas congressman named in defamation lawsuit brought by Dallas man
In a broadcast taping on the far-right One America News Network, Gaetz accused the man of a $270-million fraud scheme.
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How the Observer funds our journalism. And why we need your help.
For our summer membership drive, we’re going all in on transparency — sharing how our independent journalism is funded and how that funding is changing.
In a new book, an award-winning journalist exposes the con man who fooled her too
In “Catch the Devil,” Pamela Colloff details how a prolific jailhouse snitch manipulated the courts for decades — and, for a moment, even got the better of her.
The Observer is looking for a multimedia reporter to join our team (Updated)
We’re looking for a news reporter to help us tell important, timely and engaging stories about North Texas.
Building community: We’re testing article comments (again)
We want our website to be a forum for community discussion. So we’re bringing back the ability for readers to comment on articles.
Screw you guys, I’m going home
All good things come to an end. After nearly 30 years, the Observer’s iconic leader has published his last piece.
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‘Radiohead on Strings’ opens ConcertDome at Fort Worth’s Omni Theater
The new series turned the gloomy music of Radiohead into a string-led, cosmically immersive experience. And there’s more to come.
This Spring, Keep the Dallas Observer Blossoming
Become a member this month and help us grow.
Cue & Coda Films Is Ready to Tell the Stories Hollywood Won’t
The Arlington-based production company has kept things low-key in Dallas while making waves in other markets. Now, it’s ready for the spotlight.
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Filmmaker Gene Gallerano Brings Honky-Tonk and Homegrown Horror Back to North Texas
A Dallas-raised director looks to his roots for two upcoming projects: a creature feature and a heartfelt documentary about country artist Joshua Ray Walker.
Dallas International Film Festival’s 20-Year Milestone is a Cinematic Love Letter to the City
This spring, the Dallas International Film Festival celebrates 20 years of elevating cinematic art and building community in the heart of Dallas.
Online Influencers Could Help Bring Young People to Politics, But Can Also Cause Harm
Texas’ senate primary election has divided Democrats and been a boon for content creators hoping to go viral.
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Say Hello to the Dallas Observer’s New Staff Writer, Austin Wood
We’re excited about what our new addition has in store for you.
How a North Texas Director Turns 30-Second Commercials Into Resonant Art
A true poet of prime time, Nolan Goff channels the spirit and scenery of North Texas into national commercials with stars like Sarah Michelle Gellar.
Dallas Dialed Up Nostalgia in 2025 by Partying Like it Was 1999
From old-school landlines to roller rinks, Dallas is riding a wave of millennial nostalgia, proving that what once was old is new (and cooler) again.
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Disc Deals in DFW: Where to Sell Your Old DVDs to Get the Best Bang for Your Buck
We hit the road with the same four films to see which local shop pays top dollar for your cinema collection — field reporting, if you will.
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.
UT Dallas is Trying to Punish a Student Editor for Editing
UT Dallas has consistently been accused of free speech violations in recent years.
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From Unhoused to the Airwaves, RB Harris Has Paved His Own Journey at KUZU 92.9 FM
From spinning records to bridging cultures, Richard Brian ‘RB’ Harris transforms a North Texas studio into a global stage for unheard voices.
MAGA Podcaster Katie Miller’s Bad Bunny Trap Question Backfires
Stephen Miller’s wife could not fool Dallas Cowboys Chief Brand Officer Charlotte Jones.
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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Convicted North Texas Oath Keeper Leader Sues USA Today, Ex-Wife for $25M
The president commuted Stewart Rhodes’ 18-year sentence for seditious conspiracy connected to the Jan. 6 attacks after his re-election.