TPWD says HPAI is circulating in wild birds near Amarillo and Lubbock; officials urge residents to avoid sick or dead birds and protect pets and backyard flocks.

A new mom-and-pop in Plano's Legacy is serving Sichuan, Shanghai and Taiwanese plates and even a 10‑dish set menu. The dining room is unapologetically panda-filled.

A Frisco ISD educator was arrested Tuesday and charged with invasive visual recording, police said. Officials say detectives worked with the district during the probe.

Four Plano eateries were temporarily closed after inspections found roaches, plumbing problems and very low scores. Here’s what inspectors documented and where to view the records.

Lettuce Entertain You’s Aba will open at The Seam (1444 Oak Lawn) in Dallas’ Design District in late 2026, bringing its mezze‑style menu to the redevelopment. The project pairs national dining names with new retail and patios.

A Texans Care for Children review found lawmakers implemented just 8 of 31 children's behavioral-health recommendations, leaving the YES waiver and crisis services strained.

Fort Worth‑based HTeaO has filed state permits for four Rio Grande Valley shops, starting with a $1.15M Brownsville build. Timelines put construction this year.

Texas AG Ken Paxton launched [email protected] and issued a 'Protect Your Vote' advisory that warns against vote harvesting and outlines potential penalties ahead of the March primary.

San Martín Bakery will open at 5500 Preston Rd in Plano this spring, offering freshly baked pastries, Guatemalan‑roasted coffee and a full breakfast‑to‑dinner menu.

The Kebab Shop arrives in McKinney’s West Grove Friday with wraps, bowls and Mediterranean sides. The company confirmed the launch on social media ahead of the opening.

Keller, Roanoke and northeast Fort Worth saw 96 homes sell in January 2026, down from 101 a year earlier. The small dip follows broader Fort Worth price softness.

Forbes' 2026 employer rankings include Cook Children's, JPS, Southwest and Toyota among North Texas standouts. Hospitals make up many of the local entries.

Collinsville coach Derrick Jenkins has appealed a proposed termination after being placed on leave in October as police and state officials continue reviews. The district says it is following procedures while investigations proceed.