Dallas celebrated Kwanzaa with cultural events focused on unity, self-determination, and creativity, featuring activities like a Liberation Paint Party at the Pan-African Connection Bookstore.

On his first day as diocesan bishop, Rob Price delegated pastoral oversight for same‑sex marriage rites to Bishop Dean Wolfe at four Dallas parishes.

An early-morning shooting in northern Dallas left one person dead and another critically injured; police arrested a suspect and the investigation is ongoing.

A woman was fatally shot by a security guard after an altercation on New Year's Day in Fort Worth; the guard is in custody and an investigation is underway.

The Dallas Police responded to 1,032 calls on New Year's Eve for gunfire and fireworks disturbances, with officers working tirelessly to ensure safety.

Denton County Sheriff's Office seeks public help to capture fugitives, offering up to $2,000 for tips leading to arrests, through their hotline or P3 Tips app.

A fire in Denton County's Canyon Falls was controlled; emergency services responded quickly after reports on Barberry Lane. Causes and damage are yet to be assessed.

The Dallas area forecast predicts sunny weather and mild temperatures with changing winds, highs in the mid-60s to high 70s, and potential rain later in the week.

A man was fatally injured after being hit by a vehicle in Denton; he wasn't using a crosswalk. The driver is cooperating with the ongoing investigation.

Arlington Public Library hosts a family-friendly 'Countdown to Noon' on December 31st, 2025, for kids to celebrate New Year's Eve with activities from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Arlington announces a four-day event starting January 16, 2026, to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with galas, services, and cultural activities.

The Southeast Connector Project in Arlington will close Northbound US 287 on Jan 5, 2026, and will impact other routes until the project's 2027 completion.

Four people were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide in Terrell on Christmas Eve, with police identifying the victims and urging for information.