Arlington invites public input on its future through the Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan in November, with events for people to review and comment on the draft Vision Framework and growth scenarios.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Dallas, mentioning mostly sunny skies, chance of showers, and thunderstorms with mild temperatures throughout the week.

An explosion and subsequent fire destroyed a home and damaged neighboring properties in The Colony, TX, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

A man died after a burial vault fell on him at Restland Funeral Home in Dallas, despite rescue efforts using hydraulic tools. OSHA may investigate the incident.

Following a 12-year-old's drowning at The Scuba Ranch, instructor Bill Armstrong and Scuba Toys face a "permanent suspension." Equipment crucial to the investigation wasn't initially collected, and the case remains open.

An 18-year-old was arrested for shooting four people in Old East Dallas after being ejected from an event center. He was charged with aggravated assault and police found a stolen handgun.

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.