Dallas will experience varied weather this week, starting with sunshine and mild temperatures, followed by a 40% chance of showers, colder temperatures, and potential snow and freezing rain by the weekend.

Officer Blake Waters was named January First Responder of the Month by Lake Dallas PD for exceptional service and community impact, including a life-saving CPR incident.

Board member Karimi criticized the end of free State Fair of Texas tickets for high school students, citing equity issues and calling for the policy's reversal. The Fair cited costs and safety for the change.

Arlington Police responded to a non-credible threat at a local business on E. Randol Mill Rd, prompting an area cordon. The situation was safely resolved, and the business reopened.

White Settlement Police Department had a busy week with a visit from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, recognition for community programs, involvement with education, and staff milestones, shared on their Facebook page.

One person died in Fort Worth after their vehicle hit a tree on Las Vegas Trail; police are investigating the cause.

Dallas police shot a suspect in southern Dallas on Saturday; no officers were injured and investigators are continuing to process the scene.

A motorcyclist was killed early Saturday on I‑35W near East Belknap in Fort Worth. Police say the rider was thrown and investigators closed lanes while they probe the scene.

Dallas’ Opioid Response Team made thousands of post‑overdose outreach attempts in 2025 and increased contacts, even as suspected overdose calls rose. Leaders say each contact can be lifesaving.

Congo Brands told state officials it will cut about 31 more jobs at its Lewisville operation, adding to roughly 155 layoffs announced late last year. The move raises new legal and community questions in North Texas.

Zaxby's is planning a TCU-area location at 3051 S. University Drive in the former Bahn Shop. Permits have been filed but visible renovation work has not started.

Several sculptures outside the Museum of Biblical Art were smashed in a midday attack and a man is jailed on felony criminal mischief and resisting-arrest charges. Police estimate losses above $300,000 as investigators examine the scene.

Chief Barton addressed public safety concerns at a Coppell Chamber of Commerce luncheon, emphasizing collaboration between local businesses and law enforcement.