Tarrant County observes National Crime Victims’ Rights Week with an event on April 22 at the Tom Vandergriff Civil Courts Building to honor survivors and recognize local support services.

The article discusses the critical work of the Crime Against Children Unit, which has been active for three years in combating child abuse and ensuring justice for victims.

Arlington Public Library and One CommunityUSA launch Shop Talk initiative, placing books in barbershops/salons to promote literacy among kids, with local police officers participating to foster community trust.

The Dallas Police Department has issued a #WantedWednesday alert for Justin Greer, asking the public for tips via Crime Stoppers and cautioning against taking action themselves.

Fort Worth's Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program has been revived since 2014, with the city now installing speed cushions to slow down traffic after receiving 124 applications for them. Residents can request traffic calming devices through the city.

Holly Ann Elkins was convicted for her role in the murder of Alyssa Burkett, after orchestrating a campaign of harassment that culminated in Burkett's stabbing and shooting death.

The Garland Municipal Library won the Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award for the 19th year, recognized for its community services and programming by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association.

Carrollton seeks public input on its Downtown expansion project to boost economic growth and improve areas around the DART Green Line, with workshops scheduled to gather local feedback.

Carrollton is holding a Spring Community Cleanup on May 11 as part of the North Texas Community Cleanup Challenge, urging locals to help clean up litter.

Richardson maintains its prestigious ISO Class 1 rating for fire safety, marking its third consecutive achievement, signaling superior fire protection measures and potential insurance savings for property owners.

The Richardson Animal Shelter delayed its April 17 opening due to a broken water line, with repairs underway and updates on the new opening date provided via social media and city announcements.

The Friends of the Library in Allen are hosting a book sale from May 1-13 to support local library programs, offering a variety of books and CDs for purchase.

Fort Worth's City Council approves a $12.1 million project to improve Trinity Boulevard including road and water line enhancements, part of the city’s Capital Improvement Program. Construction is scheduled to start in fall 2024.