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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.
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.
Jesus Would Be Ashamed Of GOP Outrage Over Muslim Prayer at DFW Airport
Republicans are angry after an evangelical pastor claims he was denied entry to an airport prayer service.
Trump Turned an Outpouring of Respect for Kirk Into a Coliseum of Hate
The throngs who braved heat, darkness and expense to mourn Charlie Kirk were rewarded with grotesque MAGA saber-rattling.
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How Skyrocketing Rents Are Forcing Your Favorite Restaurants to Close
One thing we love to say here in the Observer food section: if you love a local bar/restaurant – go there.
Taylor Swift’s Wedding Cake Is About To Become Everyone’s Problem
This affects all future wedding guests, whether they care about Swift or not. Bakers, we’re here for you.
Texas Dems Walked Out in 2003, Too. Much Has Changed, But Not the Likely Result
Republicans have only gained strength in the past two decades. That doesn’t bode well for those hoping to thwart redistricting.
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Another Bidder Steps Up for the Morning News. This Is Not Good.
Alden, with a track record of gutting newspapers nationwide, ups the ante on Hearst’s bid to buy the Dallas daily newspaper.
4 Things Every Texas Classroom Should Have Next to the Ten Commandments
Since we’re putting just about anything in classrooms, we’d like to see litter pans, bulletproof vests, The Apprentice and birds.
The Dallas Morning News’ City Pride Flag Criticism Is Flat Out Wrong
The article argues that specialty flags could cause division and alienation amongst a diverse city.
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Dallas Summers Don’t Have To Smell Bad
We’re all in the flames of a cruel Texas summer together, so now is not the time for your natural deodorant.