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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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One Big Beautiful Bill Could Be Ugly For Texas Power Grid

By Alyssa FieldsJune 9, 2025

The budget proposal at the center of the Musk-Trump feud could stifle plans to develop the grid, costing consumers.

Abbott Lauds ‘Historic’ Teacher Pay Increase, Experts Say It Isn’t Enough

Abbott Lauds ‘Historic’ Teacher Pay Increase, Experts Say It Isn’t Enough

By Alyssa FieldsJune 6, 2025

The teacher pay increase Abbott has been bragging about is the other half of the package that included school vouchers.

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Chronic Pain Sufferers Could Become Eligible For Texas Medical Marijuana

By Alyssa FieldsJune 5, 2025

For most Texans, getting high is getting harder as a THC ban looms. But for others, medical marijuana will now be an option.

Bills That Died and Thrived During the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Bills That Died and Thrived During the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

By Alyssa Fields and OthersMay 30, 2025

It’s easier to kill a bill than to pass one, but a last-minute push could get some legislation onto the governor’s desk.

Texas House Passes Bill That Weakens School Libraries

By Alyssa FieldsMay 29, 2025

Senate Bill 13 would greatly impact the library book addition and removal processes, lessening librarians’ control over their stock.

Watch Out For Job Scams in Texas

Watch Out For Job Scams in Texas

By Alyssa FieldsMay 27, 2025

The job market in Texas is solid, but scammers seize the thriving economy to target vulnerable job seekers.

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The 5 Worst Tornadoes In Dallas History

By Alyssa FieldsMay 27, 2025

It’s twister time in Texas. While cyclones touch down around Dallas, here’s a look back at the times the county has been hit.

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Dallas Smoke Shops Respond To Texas THC Ban

By Alyssa FieldsMay 23, 2025

A blanket ban on THC products is imminent and would wallop an $8 billion industry with over 8,500 business owners in Texas.

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Texas THC Ban Charges Ahead, As State Forgoes Regulation

By Alyssa FieldsMay 22, 2025

Despite Democratic efforts to regulate the THC industry, the Texas House is likely to pass a blanket ban on all products.

Denton City Council Repeals Marijuana Decriminalization Mandate

Denton City Council Repeals Marijuana Decriminalization Mandate

By Alyssa FieldsMay 22, 2025

After $200,000 spent fighting a lawsuit from Paxton, the Denton leaders voted to repeal a decriminalization mandate.

Dozens Gather In North Texas To Oppose Marvin Nichols Reservoir, Again

Dozens Gather In North Texas To Oppose Marvin Nichols Reservoir, Again

By Alyssa FieldsMay 21, 2025

After decades of protest, the reservoir, which would seize land from generational East Texans, is still being considered.

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Top 10 Most Closely Watched Texas Bills This Legislative Session

By Alyssa FieldsMay 20, 2025

Each session, thousands of bills are filed. These 10 got a lot of eyeballs.

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Getting A Real ID Might Take Texans Months

Getting A Real ID Might Take Texans Months

By Alyssa FieldsMay 19, 2025

The REAL ID Act claims to enhance safety with additional requirements for legal identification, but it might add burdens.

RFK Jr. Orders FDA Investigation Into Abortion Pill, Bolstering Texas Efforts

RFK Jr. Orders FDA Investigation Into Abortion Pill, Bolstering Texas Efforts

By Alyssa FieldsMay 19, 2025

Texas lawmakers have been gunning for abortion-inducing drugs for years, now federal actions mirror a similar attitude.

Oak Cliff Crashes Catch Social Media Buzz and City Attention

Oak Cliff Crashes Catch Social Media Buzz and City Attention

By Alyssa FieldsMay 16, 2025

Two vehicle crashes at the same roundabout have triggered widespread intrigue and have sent one council member into action.

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Here’s Where Dallas’ Legislative Priorities Stand This Session

By Alyssa FieldsMay 13, 2025

The 89th Legislative Session will end in less than 25 days, and Dallas has a high interest in some of the remaining bills.

Dallas Is Sinking, Buildings at Risk of Collapse, Study Says

By Alyssa FieldsMay 12, 2025

Houston and Dallas, we have a problem. A study warns that the cities are slowly sinking and buildings could collapse.

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The Dumbest AI Images President Trump Has Shared

By Alyssa FieldsMay 9, 2025

Did the President of the United States really post that?

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Many Non-Voucher Texas Education Bills Still Hope to Make the Grade

Many Non-Voucher Texas Education Bills Still Hope to Make the Grade

By Alyssa FieldsMay 9, 2025

Education-related bills have been among the most controversial topics of this session. Here is where some of them stand now.

‘DART Killer’ Bill Would Immobilize Thousands of Dallasites

‘DART Killer’ Bill Would Immobilize Thousands of Dallasites

By Alyssa FieldsMay 8, 2025

DART says the bill could affect hundreds of thousands of riders and another 5,800 DART workers.

Trans women prisoners in Seagoville's federal prison are housed with men, stripped of their identity and harassed following Trump executive order.

Transgender Inmates In North Texas Face Cruel Intentions

By Alyssa FieldsMay 7, 2025

Trans women prisoners are housed with men, stripped of their identity and harassed following Trump executive order.

At Swearing-In, New Dallas Police Chief Promises To Recruit More Officers

At Swearing-In, New Dallas Police Chief Promises To Recruit More Officers

By Alyssa FieldsMay 6, 2025

The new police chief promised to lead the force with integrity at the joint ceremony he shared with the new fire chief.

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