Fort Worth City Council approves an EMS agreement to integrate MedStar employees into the Fort Worth Fire Department, enhancing emergency response systems.

The Denton Fire Department has introduced a new Pierce Enforcer Pumper, Engine 5, enhancing their firefighting capabilities and emphasizing their commitment to advanced technology and community safety.

Firefighters Chase Nara and Nick Camperlengo of the White Settlement Fire Department were certified as Driver Operator-Pumpers by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, the department announced on Facebook.

Retired Garland Police Lt. Dave Swavey will be inducted into the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame and receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Dallas Police Department, under Interim Chief Michael T. Igo, promoted 175 officers, marking the largest elevation since 2006 and indicating a significant administrative shift.

The Tri-City Neighborhood Summit in Lewisville offers local residents a chance to engage in community building, with sessions on neighborhood cohesion and safety. Mayor and expert speakers will attend.

Dallas has community updates for late January, including homeless shelter operations during cold weather, mental health support events, resources for those in need, volunteer opportunities, and an arts and culture celebration.

Dallas honors Holocaust survivor Max Glauben with a street topper near the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum.

Arlington used mineralized "Carlsbad water" to suppress dust on its streets, leading to a white residue that gave the town a ghostly appearance, shared Arlington historian O.K. Carter.

Savor Coffee Bar and Eatery in Arlington is gaining popularity for its Moroccan-inspired food and coffee, founded by Iman Ewtabaq and Mohamed Hegazy during the pandemic.

Arlington Animal Services advises residents on legal ways to deter Egrets from nesting in urban areas while complying with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

The White Settlement Stormwater Team performed maintenance on bridges and tree-lifting for safety and cleanliness, with ongoing neighborhood work planned.

Arlington hosts family-friendly weekend events including a bug exhibit, fashion and photography showcases, children's programs, art and music activities, a community cleanup, and a tech fair.