Arlington awarded 38% of its contracts to MWBEs, exceeding its 30% goal, supported by initiatives like the MWBE Program and business diversity workshops.

Zanthia Harris was fatally shot in Dallas; suspect John Harris, known to the victim, has been charged with her murder.

PGA Parkway in Frisco will be closed for widening construction between Preston Rd. and Hillcrest Rd. on March 6-7, affecting local traffic. Detours via Hillcrest Rd. and Panther Creek Pkwy are advised.

An apartment wall in White Settlement collapsed due to heavy winds, damaging a parked vehicle but causing no injuries. Authorities are assessing the damage and ensuring building safety.

Denton's City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss rezoning a nine-acre tract from R3 to R6, potentially affecting the area density. Public participation and concerns are encouraged, with full details available on the city's website.

Garland Public Libraries have been awarded the Achievement of Excellence by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association for the 20th consecutive year.

Arlington announces the opening of the Downtown Arlington Farmers Market starting March 29, scheduled for Saturdays through November, with free entry and parking.

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson expressed sorrow over the death of former Houston Mayor and Congressman Sylvester Turner, acknowledging his public service and legacy in Texas politics.

Duncanville's annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection event is scheduled for March 22, 2025, allowing residents to dispose of hazardous items responsibly.

A Nigerian man, Oluwanishola Jinadu, faces charges for defrauding U.S. federal programs, including unemployment insurance and PPP, by using stolen identities.

Fort Worth Police deploy new technology to detect celebratory gunfire, aiming for safer holidays. The system includes cameras and sensors, with legal consequences for illegal firearm discharge outlined.

Daylight saving time starts on March 9, 2025, at 2 a.m. in Arlington. Residents are reminded to set clocks forward and check safety devices. Assistance is available for eligible individuals needing smoke detectors.

Dallas Police report a fatal shooting on South Buckner Boulevard, where 30-year-old Victor Rojas was killed. The incident is under investigation, and authorities seek public assistance.