UTRGV has closed on The Monitor building in McAllen and is expanding across the Valley with arts, marine science and health projects. The purchases are reshaping where students train and patients receive care.

Sibling‑run Harissa Mediterranean in Plano blends Turkish pide, shish tawook and soft, seasoned pita in Lakeside Market. The restaurant has drawn fresh attention after an Axios mention.

A two-vehicle crash on I-30 near Fort Worth resulted in one death and one seriously injured, with emergency crews responding and an ongoing investigation.

Frisco celebrated its fourth Unity Day, reflecting on MLK's legacy with jazz music, an inspiring speech by student Suhani Gupta, and a gospel choir, while supporting local charity with food donations.

DeSoto, Texas police arrested an individual, Hubert Emmanuel Lee Thomas, for multiple car burglaries and theft of a firearm after a community member reported suspicious activity.

Wonder filed for a 3,868‑sq‑ft storefront at 2055 W Southlake Blvd, with work scheduled this spring and a possible summer opening for the chef-driven food hall.

Atmos Energy filed with the City of Dallas for a 10.5% gas delivery rate increase that would add about $11.25 to the typical monthly bill; the city review is underway.

Plano hired Freese and Nichols to map the next phase for Legacy and Granite Park as state rules and big developments reshape demand. The study runs through spring 2027.

Two people died early Saturday after a wrong‑way collision on I‑35W in south Fort Worth; an 18‑year‑old was arrested and faces intoxicated manslaughter charges.

Fort Worth Councilman Michael Crain was booked on DWI charges Saturday, jail records show. Bond had not been set and requests for comment were unanswered.

The Mochas & Javas drive-thru on Legacy Drive will close Jan. 24, the company said in a social post. The announcement did not include a reason.

The FBI's Dallas division requests public help in locating four human trafficking suspects, emphasizing the urgency of reporting tips to aid in swift apprehensions.

A Tarrant County jury sentenced Devoreia Thompson to 26 years in prison for aggravated assault against a public servant from an incident on May 19, 2024. The successful prosecution highlighted the dedication of the DA's office and police.