Fort Worth's Fred's Texas Cafe opens its first location outside the city in downtown Crowley next week. The new spot will seat about 220 guests and includes a covered patio.

Arnold Middle School teacher Kelvin Leiva was arrested and now faces third-degree felony grooming charges, the district says.

Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is opening its first Texas location next Thursday in Flower Mound's Parker Square. Expect a 4,340‑sq‑ft shop with candy, craft sodas and ice cream.

An 8-year-old boy in Dallas was found safe after a citywide search, following his disappearance on January 13, 2026. Heber Alvarado Contreras was last seen wearing a "Paw Patrol" backpack.

Arlington Police Department reports a 12% decrease in overall crime for 2025, with a focus on technology and partnerships contributing to the decline.

Arlington honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 19th with closures of most city offices, but essential services such as garbage collection continue. Some recreational facilities remain open. Normal operations resume January 20th.

Arlington Public Library has expanded services to include scanning, copying, and faxing, with fees for prints and faxes, and options for digital scans.

Fort Worth City Council has redirected $40,000 for renovations to the future Fort Worth African American Museum after acquiring a location, thus bypassing initial plans for a feasibility study.

Fort Worth has secured $90 million in financial aid from the Texas Water Development Board to address flooding in the Lebow Channel area, including an $18.75 million grant and $71.25 million zero-interest loan.

Fort Worth City Council launched a new website with a dashboard to increase transparency on municipal operations and align them with strategic council priorities.

Fort Worth considers an $840 million bond for transport and other civic improvements, with a vote potentially in May 2026 and no rise in property taxes planned.

The City Auditor's Office released a report on urban park management and planning, highlighting transparency in planning, the Parkland Dedication Ordinance's effectiveness, and the need for improvements in maintenance scheduling and technology.

Carrollton celebrates Texas Independence Day with 11th annual TEXFest featuring music, food, a beer garden, and activities on March 7, at 1106 S. Broadway Street.