Ellis County officials enacted a 90-day burn ban due to drought, restricting activities like campfires to prevent wildfires, but with exceptions for cooking and waste burning.

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a rezoning request on Mockingbird Lane that could change 2.6 acres from R2 to R4, with a public hearing scheduled for September 11.

A Fort Worth officer's critical social media remarks about city council members prompted the City to affirm its values of respect and diversity, emphasizing the officer's views don't represent the City or Police Department.

Fort Worth has opened a new customer service hub in City Hall to centralize services including Development Services and Water Bill Pay, offering convenience to residents.

Eduardo Gonzalez, 19, was arrested by Fort Worth Police and charged with Intoxication Manslaughter and DWI after a fatal crash on I-35W, killing five people.

The "Elvis Christmas Spectacular" show featuring tribute artists will take place at Garland's Plaza Theatre, blending Elvis's holiday hits and classics.

The City of Grand Prairie surveyed residents about a proposed multi-use facility, receiving an 11.6% response rate, with results available on their website.

A Dallas man was sentenced to 97 months for using a stuffed toy to traffic fentanyl pills; evidence included photos of the toy and "Santa Muerte" posters.

Dallas Police urge public help to solve the 1988 homicide of Jill Bounds, offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

Christopher Michael Green was sentenced to life for multiple assaults, in a landmark case using Investigative Genetic Genealogy, with DNA evidence confirming his guilt.

The City of Euless and Trinity GAP Club will hold a "Clear the Shelters" event from August 22-24, offering free pet adoptions to alleviate shelter overcrowding.

Arlington celebrates 25 years as a Tree City USA, highlighting its dedication to preserving its urban tree canopy, which not only enhances beauty but also provides energy savings, noise reduction, and higher property values.

The city proposes a small property tax increase to fund safety improvements and the new ACTIV Adult Center, with $26 million saved by departmental cost-cutting.