The O’Donnell Foundation committed $60 million to seed SMU’s new Energy Science, Innovation and Enterprise program and a named honors fund, with offerings set to begin in fall 2026.

A fatal crash closed westbound I-635 in Irving Saturday, prompting major backups and police warnings to avoid the Las Colinas area.

Caterpillar purchased the 15‑acre Varispace/Zales campus at 901 W. Walnut Hill Lane in Irving to expand offices and host dealers close to its Williams Square headquarters.

A former USPS analyst admitted taking about $1.5M to steer trucking contracts; sentencing is set for March.

Black Rock Coffee Bar is opening a new Frisco location at 7030 Stonebrook Parkway. Paperwork shows work beginning Jan. 29, 2026 and wrapping April 20, 2026.

The Arlington Police Department has opened a new "cop shop" storefront on New York Ave to keep officers in southeast Arlington, aiding in efficiency and community interaction, but it is not open for public business.

Dallas Police arrested gang member Luis Flores after a shooting and attempted robbery, recovering a gun and drugs. Flores had prior criminal offenses and faces new charges.

Portillo’s is building a roughly 6,250‑sq‑ft restaurant at FM 423 and Gordon Heights Lane in Frisco; construction is underway and an early‑January wrap was projected.

Oklahoma’s Hideaway Pizza is headed to Frisco’s Four Corners, joining the chain’s Plano and McKinney sites as it expands across DFW with work slated into late 2026.

Former Allen Firefighters Association president Jeremy Painkin pleaded guilty to wire fraud and received a 13-month federal sentence and more than $108,000 in restitution.

A 42-year-old gang member, Demorris Albright, received a 50-year sentence for drug possession after police found methamphetamine in his vehicle during a traffic stop.

A pickup truck crashed into a Fort Worth apartment bedroom, killing a man and leaving neighbors stunned as police investigate. Residents are searching for surveillance and answers.

The Burleson Police Department in Texas has organized a traffic plan for a Toys for Tots event, with specific routes for parking, toy drop-off, and exiting to ensure a safe and efficient experience.