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At 70, the Observer is publishing stories that are as vital as ever and building its community of support.
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‘Texas Observer’ Redesigns
With a seamless, integrated, and user-friendly experience, the new look of the Observer reflects a changing Texas—while serving the same essential, independent journalism our members rely on.
TxO NextGen Program 2021
Everything we’ve written about the coronavirus pandemic in Texas.
The Observer’s Best Longform Stories of 2020
We rounded up some of our hardest hitting longform stories from this unprecedented year.
Announcing the 2020 Insider Prize Winners
The winners were selected by guest judge Justin Torres.
Announcing the Tenth Annual Texas Observer Short Story Contest
This year's judge is Bryan Washington, author of Lot.
All of the Observer’s Coronavirus Coverage
Everything we’ve written about the coronavirus pandemic in Texas.
10 Ways to Help Your Fellow Texans Endure the Coronavirus Pandemic
Give to your local food bank, donate blood, or support an emergency housing fund.
Seven Austin Workers on How They’re Scrambling After the SXSW Cancellation
Gig workers reported more than $2 million in lost wages after the festival was called off.
The Gentrification of Texas
As the cost of housing skyrockets, Texans are getting pushed out and left behind. The stakes couldn’t be higher.