The Oak Cliff Cultural Center in Dallas announces a diverse line-up for January, including the Zora Neale Hurston Festival, artistic workshops, comedy shows, and inclusive art classes for individuals with disabilities.

A man and a teenager were shot near Paul Quinn College in Dallas, with the shooter still at large. In a separate incident, a 13-year-old was accidentally shot dead in east Oak Cliff.

Major League Cricket (MLC) announces its 2024 season beginning on the Fourth of July, building on its successful inaugural season and aiming to captivate audiences alongside America's traditional sports.

A Lubbock woman was sentenced to 30 months for participating in a PPP loan fraud scheme, where she concealed activities that led to the theft of over $3.5 million.

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Dallas Cowboys 31-10, with James Cook running for 221 yards and two touchdowns, as per the Bills' website and the Star-Telegram.

Former Dallas County DA Craig Watkins, known for his work in overturning wrongful convictions, has died at 56. He established the nation's first Conviction Integrity Unit.

A train collided with a stuck 18-wheeler in Parker County, Texas, causing a derailment and minor injuries to the train conductor. Traffic was disrupted as crews worked on cleanup.

A Dallas jury convicted Lisa Dykes of the 2020 murder of Marisela Botello-Valadez, sentencing her to life. Evidence contradicted Dykes' denial of involvement.

Anna High School defeated Chapel Hill 26-0 to win their first 4A Division I state championship in football, with standout players Chumley and Miller as MVPs.

Sarah Cunningham was arrested for a Dallas hit-and-run involving 5-year-old Christian Sullivan; the incident prompted a new stop sign installation near a recreation center.

Dallas faced two shootings; one left a man injured in Lakewood, suspect Clayton Matthews arrested, and another earlier shooting on Hartsdale Drive resulted in one dead and one injured, with Juan Martinez charged.

Ellis County Commissioners are set to discuss the potential subdivision of 4.019 acres into two new residential lots, with a public meeting scheduled for feedback and deliberation.

A 6-year-old girl named Alejandra was abandoned at a Dallas ER, prompting a court to appoint the state as her temporary guardian while relatives are located.