Denton, Texas kicks off "31 Days of Halloween" with a ribbon cutting for NTX Ghostbusters HQ and various festive activities including a downtown tour and a Blocktober Party.

Dallas will hold a Domestic Violence Awareness Breakfast on October 16th at City Hall to honor those combating abuse and to provide updates on the efforts.

Dr. Maria Delgado, a first-gen Latina immigrant, champions higher education as UTA's senior director of HSI initiatives, focusing on Latino student success and community empowerment.

Dallas is spraying pesticides in several neighborhoods to combat West Nile Virus-carrying mosquitoes, advising residents to stay indoors during treatments.

Arlington Parks introduces a limited-edition stein for Oktoberfest this year, available on a first-come basis.

The Pecan Square community celebrated National Night Out to promote safety and strengthen police-citizen relationships, featuring local law enforcement involvement and safety demonstrations.

Fort Worth is set for a half-day water maintenance starting at 8 am, potentially affecting water pressure for homes and businesses until noon. Residents are advised to prepare for possible disruptions.

Midlothian PD hosts "Coffee with a Cop" to encourage dialogue and trust between residents and law enforcement, coupled with their National Night Out event.

The annual Preparedness Fair in Denton County offered residents an opportunity to learn about emergency preparedness from local emergency responders and management personnel.

The Mansfield Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association held a community car event featuring vehicle displays, officer dunking, and awards, fostering camaraderie between car enthusiasts and local police.

The Lewisville Police Department in Texas is hosting Dunk A Cop for Charity at the Western Days event to raise funds for Serve Lewisville, which assists the community.

The Duncanville Police Department burned over 1,000 items of property and evidence deemed unnecessary to hold, aiming to enhance city safety and accountability.

Ellis County will close its offices on October 14 to observe Columbus Day, amid discussions to shift the focus to Indigenous Peoples' history. Services resume on October 15.