City data show missed residential trash collections fell in late 2025 as route and equipment fixes took hold, though numbers remain above pre‑transition levels.

Ponder High senior Caden Nowicki remains in intensive care after a sledding accident. The district and community have organized donations and prayers for his family.

Deputy Christy of the TCSO participated in the Guns & Hoses Grappling Tournament, raising $858.86 for the Special Olympics and embodying the department's commitment to community service.

Mesquite city services resume with limited hours post-holiday, some programs canceled. Recreation centers open 12-6 p.m.; golf course, natatorium closed.

Icy conditions in Frisco led to widespread closures, including the public library and athletic center, while remote operations were adopted for city services amid safety concerns.

Arlington opens warming centers and shelters due to cold, with support from The Salvation Army and First United Methodist Church, offering refuge and services to the homeless.

The City of Fort Worth detailed their response to Winter Storm Fern, including maintaining essential services, housing over 1,200 homeless individuals, and road safety efforts.

Fort Worth Public Library hosts Lunar New Year events across seven branches, highlighting diverse Asian traditions.

The Fort Worth Public Library is partnering with the Fire Department to offer free CPR and AED training to residents in February, without certification, at various libraries.

Mark Taylor’s family says Tesla’s safety systems failed in a 2020 crash and that key onboard data may be missing after the car was shipped overseas.

State officials adopted Region C’s 2026 water plan to stretch supplies through 2080, prioritizing reuse and conservation while deferring Marvin Nichols. The plan lists dozens of projects and more than $49 billion in work.

Springtown, Texas police warn against the use of ATVs and UTVs on public roads, highlighting the increased risk of accidents in winter weather conditions and reminding residents it's illegal under Texas Transportation Code.

Fort Worth has launched three new dashboards for transparency on municipal budget, workforce, and permitting processes, enabling public access to up-to-date government data.