Announcement of free Winter Open Gym sessions by White Settlement Community Services, with basketball and social activities, requiring advance registration and own ball.

The Denton Fire Department advised that smoke from a contained mulch and brush fire near the city's landfill will persist for days, posing no threat but affecting air quality.

Two 18-wheelers collided on S I-35W southbound in Burleson, disrupting traffic but causing no injuries. The lane closure lasted until the trucks were removed.

Participants from the Collin County Criminal District Attorney's Office CPA visited the Children’s Advocacy Center to learn about combating child abuse and received insights on advocacy and legal processes.

Keller city facilities, including the library and animal center, will close for New Year's, but The Keller Pointe has modified hours. Regular garbage collection will continue.

The Lewisville Grand Theater is selling tickets for its Black Box Songwriters Series, featuring artists such as Susan Gibson and Suzanna Choffel, with performances and workshops from January to April 2026.

John Michael Garza, Jr. from Texas faces federal charges for attempting to provide bomb-making materials to an undercover agent he believed was an ISIS member.

The City of Grand Prairie warns against an unauthorized election survey for Place 8 – At Large and urges residents to seek official election information from its website.

Grand Prairie announces events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr., including prayers, a music night, an educational summit, and a parade with community participation.

Arlington officials remind residents that fireworks are illegal in the city, with fines up to $2,000, and have set up a webpage for reporting illegal fireworks on New Year's Eve.

Arlington activates its cold weather protocol for the homeless, with The Salvation Army providing overnight shelter and the Arlington Public Library offering daytime warmth. Pets can be sheltered at the Arlington Animal Services Shelter.

A late‑night family dispute in Grand Prairie left two parents dead and their son wounded after officers exchanged fire; an independent DA team is investigating.

Arlington Parks & Recreation has a variety of January events, including a Noon Year Party for seniors, Parents’ Night Out, MLK Day of Service Festival, Brushes & Bites, and Strong Start 2026 for those over 50.