A fire at Inwood Village, Dallas, damaged four businesses. Firefighters responded early Saturday, extinguishing it by 10:07 a.m. The origin, at a restaurant, and cause remain under investigation. No injuries were reported.

Frisco's roadwork projects may cause traffic disruptions, with pavement replacements on North County Rd., Lafayette Dr., and Prestmont Pl., as well as pavement and utility work near Kings Ridge Rd.

SMU receives a $60 million donation from the O'Donnell Foundation to initiate an energy studies program and honors program, enhancing its vision to become a national hub for energy studies.

UT Dallas senior Manojh Sai Lella was arrested by Frisco Police for alleged arson attempt and terroristic threat.

First responders in Fort Worth and Dallas celebrated Christmas at their fire stations with their "second families," sharing meals and traditions while continuing to serve their communities.

A Dallas Fed analysis and local reporting say reduced immigration and revoked work permits have tightened North Texas labor supply and slowed hiring this year. Employers are scrambling to adapt.

Two shootings in East Fort Worth resulted in the deaths of a 15-year-old boy named Ricardo Acevedo, and an unidentified man. Both incidents are considered isolated with ongoing investigations.

A Wind Advisory is issued for north central and northeast Texas, including Dallas, with winds 20-30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph, as announced by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth.

Roger Torres, 42, was struck and killed while crossing Lake Ridge Parkway in Grand Prairie on Christmas night. Police say the driver stayed and cooperated and no charges are expected.

A man was found fatally injured at W. Berry and Lipscomb in Fort Worth Friday evening in an apparent hit-and-run. Authorities say investigators are probing the scene.

Grand Prairie offers Christmas tree recycling to residents. Trees can be dropped off at IKEA or the landfill from Dec 26 to Jan 11, 2026. Trees must be free of decorations for mulching. Curbside pickup is available, but less eco-friendly.

Crescent Real Estate acquired the 2100 McKinney tower in Dallas, known for housing CBRE, and funded the purchase with loans of $170.4 million. The sale price remains undisclosed.

Dallas and nearby cities adjust trash pickup schedules for the holiday season; services postponed by a day with city facilities closed, yet police and fire remain operational.