Mansfield, Texas, held its first "Crawl the Block" Halloween event, with costumed adults participating in festive activities, benefiting local businesses.

Burleson Police arrested a couple for tampering with evidence related to a suspected hidden grave of their special-needs son after a welfare check at their home.

Arlington Police reported that a threat at Sam Houston High School, caused by juveniles with a toy gun, was resolved with no injuries, and the lockdown was lifted. Two juveniles were arrested and charged.

Texas celebrates the first Unplug Texas Day, with Mansfield Texas Parks & Recreation seeking volunteers to document screen-free activities using special cameras, highlighting life beyond digital screens.

Cedric Ricks' execution date is set for March 11, 2026, by the Tarrant County DA, coinciding with Domestic Violence Awareness Month. He was convicted in 2014 for murdering his girlfriend and her son.

Rudy Karimi of Dallas' District 14 Park and Recreation raises concern about Emerald Ash Borer infestations in parklands and misguided cuts to Parkland Development Fees, urging public awareness and media attention to protect the city's green spaces.

Denton is in its fourth week of Halloween events, including sports, performances, and races. Attendance details are on dentonhalloween.com with advisories for possible changes.

White Settlement rallies for their annual food drive, helping seniors during the holiday season through the collection of non-perishable items, led by local community services.

I-635 in Garland, Texas, is scheduled for nighttime closures for the LBJ East project, impacting westbound and eastbound lanes on consecutive nights. Detours and lane reductions expected.

The City of Grand Prairie updated its water conservation and drought plans, per state regulations, to improve water management and prepare for environmental challenges.

Arlington's EMS system has introduced a Whole Blood Program, enabling first responders to administer whole blood at emergency scenes, enhancing trauma care significantly.

Arlington's early voting for the 2025 elections started Oct. 20, with varied times and locations available through Oct. 31, ahead of Election Day on Nov. 4.

A multi-agency operation in South Dallas resulted in 16 felony arrests, with seizures of drugs, firearms, and a stolen vehicle detailed by the Dallas Police Department.