The City of Dallas is launching the DallasNow platform on May 5, which will cause service interruptions from April 25 to May 4 due to data migration. Extended hours are offered at the Oak Cliff Municipal Center before the downtime.

Roadwork in Frisco will affect traffic with repairs at several locations including Sahallee and Commonwealth Drives, and intersection improvements at Warren Parkway and Preston Road until the second quarter of 2025.

Texas law enforcement mourns the death of San Saba Chief of Police Steven B. Newkirk, who contributed over two decades to the field, starting his career in Lewisville in 1995.

Fort Worth is launching a campaign to discourage direct giving to panhandlers, urging residents to donate to local charities instead for more effective assistance to the homeless. Signs with guidance and an online donation site will be installed.

Fort Worth residents can learn about buying tax-foreclosed properties at a workshop hosted by Mayor Pro Tem Gyna Bivens, providing insights into this unique real estate investment.

A free jazz concert will be held at City Park in Dallas on April 13th to celebrate Jazz History Month, promising cultural engagement and historical exploration.

A San Angelo man was sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for producing and transporting child pornography, posing as an 11-year-old to exploit a 9-year-old girl.

The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce will host a Small Business Resource Expo on May 22, featuring networking opportunities, over 125 vendors, and expert presentations.

A burglary in Italy, Texas, led to a car chase and manhunt, culminating in the arrest of Anthony Lee Turner, who faces multiple charges. Multiple agencies, including K9 and air support, aided in his capture.

Rockwall County Detention Center partners with One CommunityUSA to implement Pathways to H.O.P.E., an initiative to support detainee reentry into society, including job training, mental health support, and reducing recidivism.

BNSF Railway maintenance will close the Crosby Road railroad crossing near I-35E from April 12 at 9 p.m. to April 14 at 7 p.m., causing potential traffic delays.

Dallas residents can expect a warm, sunny week, with highs in the 70s and 80s, and moderate breezes, ideal for outdoor activities, according to the National Weather Service.

The Euless Library Foundation Book Sale is set for April 12 at the Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library, offering affordable books and fundraising for library programs.