Dallas City Council District 7 launches a grant program for commercial exterior improvements, offering reimbursements up to $50,000 for eligible upgrades.

Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture is offering a holiday DIY pine cone reindeer ornament activity, using simple materials like twigs, pom-poms, and felt, detailed in an easy step-by-step guide.

Council will decide whether to rezone a 10‑acre site at Hillcrest and LBJ for H‑E‑B, setting off a neighborhood fight over traffic and land use.

Miu Miu has opened its first Texas boutique at Highland Park Village in Dallas, a roughly 3,800‑sq‑ft shop stocked with the brand’s ready-to-wear, handbags and accessories.

Five Dallas lawsuits accuse Texas chipmakers and a distributor of allowing U.S. components to be diverted into weapons used against Ukrainian civilians, and they seek damages and injunctive relief.

The Haltom City Police warn residents about a rise in auto thefts and burglaries during winter, advising against leaving cars running unattended and securing valuables to deter thieves.

A McKinney mother was re-arrested and charged with capital murder after her 3‑year‑old son died at a Dallas hospital. Investigators point to earlier injuries, texts and physical evidence in the case.

Pennymac is opening a new North Texas hub in Carrollton — initially 150,000 sq ft with plans to expand and more than 1,800 jobs expected. A ribbon-cutting is set for this Friday.

Mansfield PD welcomes and encourages community support for the four new cadets starting police academy training, acknowledging the challenges they will face.

Collin County DA's office highlights rehabilitation efforts in justice system, offering insights on appeals, expunctions, and programs like the "Burden-to-Blessing" and Opioid Treatment initiatives during Citizen Prosecutor Academy sessions.

A Knightvest‑TPG Angelo Gordon joint venture closed a $42M Mesa West loan to acquire and renovate Perry Row, a 149‑unit townhouse community north of downtown Dallas.

White Settlement celebrated its "Light the Night" Christmas Parade, with the local police engaging the community and ensuring safety, bolstered by festive floats and bands. The event was supported by city departments and documented with photos.

Ellis County offices will close on December 24 and 25 for Christmas, with a reminder to residents to finish necessary county business before the holiday break. Offices will reopen on December 26.