The Mesquite Police Department in Texas promotes its Safe Exchange Zone for secure personal transactions, monitored by 24-hour video surveillance, to prevent illegal activities and provide safety.

Arlington Police Department celebrates the graduation of ten new officers from Academy Class 72, who will start field training.

Lewisville City Council is set to discuss the FY 2025-26 budget, including a lowered property tax rate and a 7.4% increase in utility rates, with public hearings scheduled.

Lewisville is preparing for the Western Days festival, seeking volunteers for the event scheduled for September 26-27. The family-friendly festival will feature entertainment, food contests, and cultural performances.

Lewisville invites residents to join Citizens University, offering insights into city operations through 12 sessions and a bus tour, starting September 18. Registration is open until August 31.

The National Weather Service predicts extreme heat for Dallas, with temperatures reaching up to 97°F and heat indices up to 105°F, advising residents to prepare for health risks and minimal relief.

MEGA Adoption Event in Fort Worth aims to rehome over 1,000 animals with over 20 shelters participating and offers a prize wheel and welcome kits for adopters.

ESD 1 temporarily covered a vacancy in Parker County's Fire Marshal's Office, managing 44 calls and conducting 30 fireworks inspections to maintain public safety. They will provide services until September 30, while a permanent solution is sought.

Ellis County Commissioners’ Court will discuss a plat application for over 10 acres of Ensign Estates on September 8, 2025, at the courthouse in Waxahachie, TX.

Ellis County Commissioners' Court to review a plat for Wild Plum Subdivision, a 14.741-acre development, at the courthouse on a Tuesday at 2 PM. Public can access details online and contact the Department of Development with questions.

Northwest patrol officers arrested a wanted fugitive, Jose Marquina-Bonilla, for continuous sexual abuse of a child without incident, as per a DPD Beat report.

Dallas Police's multi-division operation on July 18 led to multiple arrests, seizures of drugs, a pistol, and a stolen vehicle, including charges against Elizabeth Hoad and Kylar Roussel.

A man was killed in a shooting in downtown Denton, and the suspect was detained. Police are investigating the incident that involved an argument near the Historic Downtown Square.