Waffle House filed plans for a new 1,840‑sq‑ft diner on Brewer Boulevard in southwest Fort Worth, joining big‑box and grocery development at Chisholm Trail Ranch.

Dallas Police investigates a late-night shooting in East Dallas that resulted in the death of 27-year-old Just Smith-Gibbs; no suspects yet identified.

The Kaufman County Bail Bond Board plans to meet for routine tasks related to the local bail bond system, including approval of past minutes, review of company reports, and consideration of a new bail bond employee.

Arlington police say four additional managers were arrested and charged after a months‑long probe into alleged sex trafficking and drug activity at Chicas Locas.

Mesquite city officials reported New Year's Eve safety measures resulting in confiscated fireworks, firearm seizures, and DWI arrests, with no accidents or injuries from these incidents.

An employee at Legendary Ink was killed in a late-night shooting in the Cedar Crest area. Dallas police say the suspect fled and investigators are asking witnesses to come forward.

A WFAA video shows coyotes moving through a Fort Worth neighborhood near active construction. Wildlife experts and city officials urge secure trash and hazing to reduce conflicts.

The Fort Worth Military Community offers educational events for young children every week, focusing on STEAM subjects and social opportunities for parents.

Lewisville begins Phase 2 of road widening on Jones Street & North Kealy Avenue, causing eastbound-only traffic on Jones and southbound-only on Kealy, with detour plans on Facebook.

The Fort Worth Public Library reported 4.38 million items circulated in 2025, listing popular books across all ages, from picture books to adult fiction and non-fiction.

The 31st "El Corazón" exhibition and the Dallas Sustainable Arts Residency 2026 call for artist submissions, while upcoming cultural events include solo art shows, theatre performances, and family arts activities in Dallas.

A fight at an Avenue A apartment in Denton left one man dead; police say the shooter is cooperating and no arrests have been announced.

Wing It Café at Hicks Airfield has closed, leaving a popular flightside burger spot empty. Owners thanked helpers on social media as they moved out.