Two men were arrested for a 2003 murder in Arlington after a witness provided new information, leading to charges against Raymond Malone and John Wayne Biddle.

The Lewisville Grand Theater will host its 60th Acoustic Friday's Songwriter Challenge on August 15, featuring various artists performing original acoustic or a cappella compositions in a free event open to the public.

Wayne Ferguson Plaza in Old Town Lewisville hosts free weekly exercise classes, including yoga, bodyweight strength, Pilates, and Tai Chi, as part of the city's vision for a vibrant community space.

Dallas provides a range of community services, including a back-to-school fair, cultural events, estate planning advice, emergency alerts, childcare initiatives, free air conditioners, food pantries, and support for seniors.

Dallas prepares for its first "Boots In The Park" event, featuring line dancing, performances, a Kids' Zone, and food trucks, with $5 admission and free entry for seniors.

The Mesquite Animal Shelter joins Clear the Shelters for fee-waived adoptions on August 23, including sterilization, vaccinations, and microchips for pets.

Waxahachie adjusts to railroad crossing closures due to repair works following a train derailment; routes affected include US 77 South, US 77 North, and Ferris Avenue.

Smithsonian Channel's "How Did They Build That" will feature the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington on August 3, 2025. The museum honors military heroes and includes exhibition spaces and a theater.

Dallas PD arrested 22 individuals in a crackdown on prostitution, including 19 for prostitution charges and two for human trafficking and evading arrest.

Denton is holding a public hearing on August 19, 2025, to discuss changes to its Mobility Plan, potentially downgrading certain roads near the University of North Texas.

Plaza Theatre in Garland hosts "CASH & ORBISON," a tribute concert to Johnny Cash and Roy Orbison on August 29, 2025, featuring performances by Bennie Wheels and Colin Dexter.

Fort Worth is hosting a Warrant Forgiveness event at William M. McDonald YMCA on August 9, where residents can resolve citations without fear of arrest.

A heat advisory is in effect for North and East Texas, including Dallas, due to high temperatures and humidity, increasing heat-related illness risks. An air quality alert is also declared for potential ozone pollution.