Palladino's, the Grand Central steakhouse, is heading to Preston‑Royal in Dallas with a spring 2026 opening penciled in after major New York praise. Expect steaks, seafood and a splashy dining room.

Two people were shot Friday at the East Lancaster bus transfer station in Fort Worth; both were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

A Dallas detective solved a decades-old missing person case of Norman Prater, merging it with an unsolved hit-and-run from 1973, bringing closure to the Prater family.

A 15-year-old Plains teen is missing and believed to be with a wanted 41-year-old; an AMBER Alert was issued and later discontinued.

Filings show Cheba Hut will convert a 2,800‑sq‑ft space at 9833 North Freeway in Fort Worth, with work slated to start in mid‑January under franchisee Chance Steed. Construction is projected to wrap in spring.

Irving police are searching for 15‑year‑old Cameron Matar, last seen Friday near Lake Carolyn and O'Connor Road. He is considered endangered; call (972) 273‑1010 with tips.

The National Weather Service forecasts mixed weather for Dallas, with sunny days and possible showers later in the week, highs ranging from the mid-60s to upper 70s.

Dallas Animal Services runs "Calming the Canines," with volunteers comforting shelter animals during New Year's fireworks, reports NBC DFW and CBS News.

Dallas celebrated Kwanzaa with cultural events focused on unity, self-determination, and creativity, featuring activities like a Liberation Paint Party at the Pan-African Connection Bookstore.

Texas' Senate Bill 38 takes effect, expediting the eviction process for squatters without criminalizing squatting, amidst concerns it may reduce tenant protections.

Saks Global faces potential bankruptcy after missing a $100 million debt payment. This follows its merger with Neiman Marcus and challenges including vendor payment delays and falling sales.

The Allen Eagles Escadrille participated in the 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade, impressing viewers despite the rain with their preparation and performance.

Three men in North Texas were arrested for a gift card cloning scam, potentially defrauding $14 million by targeting stores daily over several months.