A five‑story luxury apartment building in East Dallas has completed construction, delivering 327 units and a large amenity package on a long‑vacant block.

A Charles Dilbeck motor‑court on Harry Hines is now at the center of a Dallas lawsuit that calls the Cole Manor Motel an "infamous crime hub." A court ordered nearly $1M in penalties and a Dec. 21 security deadline ahead of January hearings.

Council approval clears the way for a $90M Safari Trail at the Dallas Zoo, adding the nation’s only paired cheetah‑and‑rhino habitat plus new penguin and flamingo homes. The project also includes parking and education space.

Beacon Cafe 287 has 45 days to vacate its Business Hwy 287 spot; owner Christie Bingham is asking the community for help finding a new home. The cafe remains open and is taking holiday tamale orders.

Dispatcher Kelcey Jenkins of the North Texas Emergency Communications Center passed away, deeply mourned by the Coppell community and police department.

The Garland Police Department is increasing DWI enforcement from Dec 12 to Jan 1, reminding the public of severe penalties and advocating for responsible driving during holidays.

Mesquite Police arrest 32-year-old Matthan Lough for child grooming related to his roles at a Christian Center and school.

White Settlement and Fort Worth Police collaborated in a car chase involving a stolen vehicle, ending in the arrest of two suspects after a foot pursuit near a motel. The operation showcased inter-departmental teamwork and police efficiency.

Rockwall County is using federal ARPA funds for infrastructure projects, including renovations to the Courthouse Annex, courtrooms, and Sheriff's Office to ensure long-term benefits.

Dallas secured the financial future of police and fire personnel pensions with a new long-term funding plan approved by the City Council and DPFPS Board of Trustees.

A person was found shot on the 2400 block of Meyers Street Thursday; Dallas police say the victim died at the scene as detectives investigate.

A year-end review shows Dallas has locked land, designers and financing as it preps the convention center expansion and a World Cup broadcast hub.

The UIL has suspended all athletics at Dallas Gateway Charter after campus officials failed to appear before the State Executive Committee. The panel will decide penalties once leaders meet with the committee.