The Fort Worth City Council will meet on Jan. 13, discussing bond strategy, civic recognitions, fiscal matters, and landmark status for a historic site. Details and live broadcast options are available on the city's website.

Simply South, a vegetarian Indian chain, is opening in McKinney in mid‑January with South Indian staples like idly, dosas, paneer tikka and butter naan. The company lists a soft opening and a waitlist on its website.

Two people were shot and injured Thursday near Hubbard Heights Elementary in Fort Worth during an apparent robbery; investigators say a person of interest is in custody.

Chef Roy Ahn's Mizu Sushi opened on Greenville Avenue, offering classic nigiri, hand rolls and a casual omakase-style option in a blue-lit room.

Collin County deputies say three suspects were arrested and booked on capital‑murder charges in the July shooting on Fig Circle south of Princeton. Authorities say the arrests followed a multi‑agency operation.

Dallas’ oversight board asked DPD for monthly reports on officers’ interactions with ICE, citing online videos and community concerns amid a surge in local ICE arrests.

The Lone Star Smokeout festival, featuring country music and barbecue, is returning to Arlington, Texas, from April 24-26, 2026, with tickets now on sale.

Arlington Animal Services provides tips to discourage egrets from nesting in neighborhoods, as residents prepare for the annual migration of these protected birds.

A Cockrell Hill man was sentenced to 135 months after admitting he moved hundreds of kilos of methamphetamine for CJNG into the Dallas area.

A pedestrian was fatally struck on State Highway 114 near Carroll Avenue in Southlake, forcing westbound lanes to close for hours while police investigated.

The Arlington MLK Committee announced the recipients of the "Advancing the Dream" Awards, honoring local figures for education, government, and community service contributions.

Overnight I-20 westbound closure at I-820 in Arlington for Southeast Connector construction; detours in place. Project to improve 16 miles of I-20, I-820, US 287 by 2027.

Dallas is expecting varied weather with temperatures from mid-30s to high 60s. Forecasts predict mostly cloudy to clear skies, with windy conditions early on and a trend towards sunny, mild days as the week progresses.