The City of Arlington emphasizes the importance of wearing sunglasses with 100% UV protection to prevent eye damage, especially for children, and suggests wearing wide-brim hats and sunscreen.

Arlington's latest Quarterly Development Profile reports over 1,100 new residential housing permits and 353 non-residential permits, indicating continued growth in the city.

The Grand Prairie Police Department invites local residents to the National Night Out event to promote community safety and unity, with a Kickoff Party on September 21, 2024, detailed on their Facebook page.

Dallas-Fort Worth residents are warned of poor air quality and potential thunderstorms. The TCEQ issued an Ozone Action Day and the NWS predicts storms but no severe weather. Flooding risks and daily thunderstorms may occur through the week.

Haltom City police are looking for information on a dark-colored sedan involved in a hit-and-run. The public is asked to contact Detective Underwood with any leads.

Texas increases police presence from July 19 to August 4 for "Operation Slowdown," aimed at reducing traffic accidents caused by speeding. The Bedford Police stress the importance of following speed limits and driving according to conditions.

Fire departments from Crowley, Everman, Rendon, and Benbrook responded to a severe attic fire at a house on Charolais Drive. The cause is under investigation, with no details on casualties yet.

A Snyder man was convicted of attempted enticement of a minor after an undercover sting where he was caught soliciting a police officer posing as a 13-year-old girl.

Dallas' weather forecast includes a mix of sun and clouds with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 92°F and light winds. Potential for severe weather and air quality advisories are issued.

Fort Worth unveils artist Gordon Huether's "Vision" sculpture at South Patrol Division, symbolizing law enforcement ideals, with a dedication event on July 29.

Fort Worth boosts school safety with an expanded crossing guard program and a "Crosswalk Champions" campaign focusing on safe travel and road safety education for students.

Fort Worth seeks a brokerage firm to sell properties in Central Arlington Heights with the aim to reduce flood risk and foster redevelopment. An RFQ has been issued with an August 9 deadline.

Fort Worth is progressing with its FY2025 budget planning, poised to present recommendations and a proposed tax rate by August, amid challenges like inflation and sluggish property value growth. Public engagement is encouraged in this process.