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Alyssa Fields

Alyssa Fields is a staff writer for the Dallas Observer covering local news and politics. A 2023 graduate of the Mayborn School of Journalism, she focused on print and digital journalism and minored in political science with a concentration in international conflict. Before joining the team, Alyssa freelanced in Dallas for the Observer, the Oak Cliff Advocate, and D Magazine.

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‘A Matter of Time’: Orphaned Animals in Plano Are Looking for a New Home

‘A Matter of Time’: Orphaned Animals in Plano Are Looking for a New Home

By Alyssa FieldsJuly 2, 2025

The North Texas Wildlife Center has 60 days to relocate after three years of operating or close forever.

Dallas Animal Services Sees Rise in Adoptions After Surge in Surrenders

Dallas Animal Services Sees Rise in Adoptions After Surge in Surrenders

By Alyssa FieldsJuly 1, 2025

More than 12,000 pets were adopted in Dallas, making it a top-five adoption city, but the shelter is still far over capacity.

Looking for an Etsy Witch to Cast a Love Spell? Try Therapy Instead.

By Alyssa FieldsJune 30, 2025

Does your ex-boyfriend deserve a life of eternal misery? Ours, too – get in the Etsy witch line.

Abbott Builds Response Team for Parasitic Flesh-Eating Flies

Abbott Builds Response Team for Parasitic Flesh-Eating Flies

By Alyssa FieldsJune 27, 2025

Texas is the largest supplier of beef in the country. Soon, we will also be the top breeder of flies.

Doctors Warn of AI Invading the Medical Industry

Doctors Warn of AI Invading the Medical Industry

By Alyssa FieldsJune 26, 2025

Artificial intelligence has invaded just about every sector, but doctors warn about the shortcomings of AI in medicine.

10 Most Expensive Homes for Sale in Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsJune 25, 2025

If you have a couple of million to spend on a house, you could move into George W. Bush’s or Troy Aikman’s neighborhood.

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Where To Go for the June 27 Hands Off Iran! Protest in Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsJune 24, 2025

North Texans will gather to protest the United States’ airstrike on Iran. Here’s what to know and when to go.

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Abbott Vetoes THC Ban, Calls for Special Session and Regulation

By Alyssa FieldsJune 23, 2025

After weeks of silence on the THC ban, Abbott vetoed the bill, calling for regulations instead of a blanket ban.

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‘Poisonous’ and a ‘Clown Show’: Community Responds To Proposed DART Cuts

By Alyssa FieldsJune 23, 2025

Under pressure from Plano and its state representative, DART has proposed significant service cuts to the chagrin of many.

Educators Protest Layoffs And School Vouchers at Ted Cruz’s Dallas Office

Educators Protest Layoffs And School Vouchers at Ted Cruz’s Dallas Office

By Alyssa FieldsJune 21, 2025

Over 200 teachers gathered in Dallas to protest the ‘dismantling’ of the Department of Education and school vouchers in Texas.

Here’s How Dallas ISD Teacher Pay Has Changed In The Last 10 Years

Here’s How Dallas ISD Teacher Pay Has Changed In The Last 10 Years

By Alyssa FieldsJune 20, 2025

Teacher pay in Dallas has increased by thousands, but local teachers’ pay is still well below the national average.

Dallas Was Already Itchy, Now Here Comes Mosquito Season

By Alyssa FieldsJune 20, 2025

We’ll get through this mosquito season together, but could you maybe help us scratch our itch?

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Dating Apps Are Dying As Conservatism Rises

By Alyssa FieldsJune 19, 2025

Dallas is a blue city, so it claims. But purity culture and staunch conservatism still taint the dating scene.

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Allen Police, DEA Conduct More THC Raids in North Texas

By Alyssa FieldsJune 19, 2025

Authorities targeted three wholesalers to “dismantle the illegal distribution of consumable THC products.”

UPDATED: Texas LGBTQ+ Suicide Hotline Faces Federal Cuts

By Alyssa FieldsJune 18, 2025

A bipartisan bill to increase funding for the state’s 988 line has passed the House, but it still faces federal cuts.

What Happens if Greg Abbott Doesn’t Sign the THC Ban Bill?

What Happens if Greg Abbott Doesn’t Sign the THC Ban Bill?

By Alyssa FieldsJune 17, 2025

It’s the question on everyone’s mind, but Abbott is remaining unusually quiet, and the clock is ticking louder and louder.

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More DPD Officers Arrested For Intoxication Offenses

By Alyssa FieldsJune 16, 2025

Six Dallas officers have been arrested this year so far for alcohol-related offenses. It’s not irregular for the department.

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Local Lawmakers Recap the 89th Texas Legislative Session

By Alyssa FieldsJune 13, 2025

Our lawmakers are back from the Capital City after the session ended. Here’s what they have to say about what went down.

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Texans Have Most Auto Loan Debt in US

Texans Have Most Auto Loan Debt in US

By Alyssa FieldsJune 12, 2025

You might need to wait before buying that new vehicle. Tariffs on imported cars and their parts are driving up costs.

North Texas Lawmaker Requests Federal Funds For DART Station Renovations

North Texas Lawmaker Requests Federal Funds For DART Station Renovations

By Alyssa FieldsJune 12, 2025

Millions would go to replacing outdated inclinators and diagonal escalators for passengers who can’t use escalators.

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Dallas Lawyers React to Struck Down ‘Vague’ Prostitution Ordinance

By Alyssa FieldsJune 11, 2025

A municipal judge struck down the city’s prostitution ordinance for being in violation of the First Amendment.

Dallas Needs to Get On Board With Skateparks

By Alyssa FieldsJune 11, 2025

Outmoded thinking and NIMBYism are a grind for advocates pushing the city to finally build more skateparks.

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