Dallas activists are petitioning to add the "Dallas Freedom Act" to the November ballot, seeking to stop minor marijuana arrests and defund THC testing in the city, citing racial disparities and jail overpopulation.

The Frisco Police Department paid tribute to the late Officer Joe Murphy, Frisco's first line-of-duty fatality, who died in a car crash in 1968 and was the brother of war hero Audie Murphy.

Dallas and Fort Worth first responders played a charity hockey game to support a police sergeant recovering from a stroke, raising an estimated $4,000.

A Fort Worth high school basketball game highlighted the local fight against gun violence, remembering a former player killed last month and promoting a message of peace.

The Midlothian Police Department is launching the 29th Citizen’s Police Academy on February 20, 2024, to educate locals about policing over a ten-week course.

Fort Worth Animal Shelters introduce "Pause for Paws," a new initiative closing each shelter one day a week for better animal care and facility maintenance, starting February 6.

Tarrant County College contributes $2.1 billion annually to the local economy, providing a significant return on investment for students, taxpayers, and society.

Elle King postponed her Billy Bob's Texas show after a profanity-laden performance at a Dolly Parton tribute. She'll reschedule February shows and is set to play at Billy Bob's on September 21.

The Arlington Police Department will host a Women's Career Fair on May 11, 2024, to recruit more female officers and promote diversity within the force.

Duncanville hosts a fireside chat with Ms. Opal Lee, known for her work making Juneteenth nationally recognized, on February 8, with limited free tickets available.

The City of Carrollton is set to host its second annual Health & Safety Fair on March 23, offering a range of free activities and informational booths to the community.

The Arlington Public Library, with AARP and VITA, provide free tax prep assistance and access to computers for e-filing. Sign-ups are in-person only at two library branches.

Arlington introduces a Native Plant and Pollinator Garden at the Southwest Branch Library to enhance local biodiversity and provide ecosystem services.