Dallas faces varied weather, starting with showers and potential thunderstorms, clearing over the weekend, but with a chance of rain returning early next week.

Grand Prairie received a $2,345 grant from Keep Texas Beautiful for an automated irrigation system at the Haven Community Garden, aiming to enhance conservation and food production.

Plano residents must register their pets post-vaccination, complying with the Texas State Rabies Control Act, using PetData.com, in-person, or mail with proof of rabies vaccination.

Plano residents vote on a $647.91 million bond for infrastructure and public services, with a suggested minimal tax impact and plans for future stakeholders to share costs.

The Arlington Tomorrow Foundation awarded $735,000 in grants for various community projects, including support for homelessness prevention, healthcare, and educational initiatives.

The Burleson Police honored two staff members for aiding children in distress, providing comfort, care, and clothing, actions stemming from compassion beyond duty.

Kaufman County achieved significant energy cost savings in 2024, as detailed in the House Bill 3693 Report, with annual kWh use of 6,123,955 and expenditures totaling $581,127.33.

Town East/Motley is holding a town hall on May 1 to address safety concerns, with Police Chief Gill discussing strategies at Trinity Christian Worship Center.

Fort Worth is planning a budget increase for FY26 while asking departments to cut costs by 1%, using priority-based budgeting to align with strategic goals amid economic constraints.

The City of Arlington's free electronic recycling and paper shredding event saw participation from 1,500 households, collecting over 87,000 pounds of waste.

Arlington, Texas is ranked by WalletHub as one of the best large US cities for starting a business, highlighting its low costs and available resources for entrepreneurs.

Deputy Sheriff Harley Whatley was sworn in at the Ellis County Sheriff's Office and will begin field training, following his uncle's law enforcement legacy.

Assistant Chief Paul Lehmann attended the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Leadership Conference, which focuses on evolving policing challenges in North America and the Caribbean.