Arlington Public Library offers free tax prep help with AARP and VITA for eligible residents, starting February 3. Appointments required, no phone bookings.

Arlington filled 5,775 potholes in FY 2025, with most fixed within two days of reporting. The fiscal year 2026 shows continued efforts, and funding comes from a local sales tax. Residents can report potholes via phone or app.

The Texas Spring Palace in Fort Worth, built to attract settlers, burned down in 1890 during a ball, with one man, Al Hayne, dying after saving others.

Dallas Animal Services introduces a new Enrichment Coordinator, Payton, and thanks volunteers in their newsletter, highlighting recent successes and opportunities, such as the 'Calming the Canines' event and the new DAS Groom Station.

Dallas postponed regional library meetings for a later date to integrate public feedback with the Friends of the Dallas Public Library's help in a survey.

A proposed water rate increase in a city may lead to higher charges for residents using 8,000 gallons monthly; public feedback was sought at a recent reading.

Advocates warned that federal immigration enforcement is leaving hundreds of Texas children in prolonged custody, citing reports of months‑long detentions and growing mental‑health risks.

After a fatal incident involving a pipeline worker, Panhandle Eastern Pipe Line Co. will pay $1.425 million to settle federal safety regulation violation allegations.

Dallas and its surrounding areas prepare for a winter storm with potential snow, sleet, and ice, prompting a Winter Storm Watch by the NWS in Fort Worth.

Masterplan acquires USA Engineers, expanding its services in North Texas with plans to double its workforce and enhance zoning, planning, and engineering capabilities.

Dallas Public Library system faces changes with its Central Library set for transformation and potential closures of four branches, amidst discussions of budget cuts and a shift to a regional model.

Dallas now has five million-dollar neighborhoods, including 75230 with its $8.5 million home at 6618 Belmead Drive. Texas MPCs remain strong nationally, despite a sales dip, with Painted Tree in McKinney ranking 15th in RCLCO's list.

Fort Worth police arrested a second suspect related to a December double homicide at Stop Six Park, with 17-year-old Dontae Woods in custody following 18-year-old Ricco Henderson's earlier arrest.