The Mesquite Animal Shelter is closed due to a water main break, with no timeline for reopening or resuming services. Animals are being cared for despite the disruption.

A Fort Worth teenager was sentenced to 15 years for the capital murder of her newborn baby, according to the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office.

Allen City Council approved a neighborhood development and announced city hall meetings will resume on January 23. They also commemorated Martin Luther King, Jr. with a dedicated appreciation day.

Dallas College is introducing its first bachelor's degree in nursing in 2024, aiming to address the nursing shortage by providing affordable, flexible education to students.

Three individuals received a total of 35 years in prison for their involvement in a fentanyl distribution ring linked to the overdose deaths of three teens in North Texas.

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington and Houston are among the US cities experiencing high inflation, with WalletHub reporting significant increases in their year-over-year inflation rates.

Keller's Planning & Zoning Commission is inviting public input on two new developments—a large accessory structure and a small event venue—at a hearing on January 23.

Eric Williams, on death row for a triple murder in Kaufman County, seeks a new trial, claiming his 2014 conviction was unfair due to inadequate preparation time and judicial bias.

The Dallas Park and Recreation department is holding a hiring fair at Samuell Grand Recreation Center on January 12, from 8AM to 2PM, offering both full and part-time jobs.

Arlington's Office of Emergency Management encourages residents to create emergency kits for the first 72 hours after a disaster, with essentials like water, food, and first aid, adapted for family and location specifics.

Construction on University Drive in Fort Worth pauses for the Stock Show & Rodeo, offering unimpeded access to local attractions. The upgrade includes road expansion, new bike lanes, and improved bus stops, with Phase 1 completion expected in March.

A Dallas teen, Trevon Wright, faces murder charges after the shooting of his girlfriend, Ikea Hood, who was planning to tell him he wasn't the father of her child.

The Euless Family Life Center offers a Spring Break camp for children 7-12 with activities including swimming and crafts. Registration is open with rates at $40/$50 daily or $160/$210 weekly for residents/non-residents.