Dallas is preparing for its 29th annual Back to School Fair to support educational readiness, with Mayor Johnson and other city leaders at the event at Fair Park's Centennial Hall.

Frisco Police arrested Ryan Jackson for the stabbing murder of his mother, Marie Placide-Jackson, at their home. He's held on first-degree murder charges. No further threat is perceived to the community. Police urge witnesses to provide information.

Dallas City Hall is hosting a Petrykivka art exhibition featuring Ukrainian artist Hanna Chekodanova's works, highlighting cultural pride and resilience.

Arlington is hosting various events, including a Dive In Movie at East Indoor Pool, an Adult End of Summer Party, concerts at Texas Live!, and an art exhibit. Also available are aquatic centers and a soccer match.

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is initiating traffic reroutes due to construction, affecting Terminals A, B, and C, with major changes and detours for about 90 days.

Smithsonian Channel's "How Did They Build That" will feature the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington on August 3, 2025. The museum honors military heroes and includes exhibition spaces and a theater.

The Dallas Police Department terminated two officers, Joseph Robeson for tampering with evidence among other charges, and Elijah Walker for DWI, showing a commitment to integrity.

Dallas PD arrested 22 individuals in a crackdown on prostitution, including 19 for prostitution charges and two for human trafficking and evading arrest.

Dallas faces a stormy, muggy week with high air pollution, prompting a National Weather Service forecast of potential thunderstorms and a high near 96 degrees. TCEQ issued an Ozone Action Day, advising residents to reduce emissions.

A 65-year-old sex offender, Donald Quinn, was sentenced to 35 years for failing to comply with annual sex offender registration after a 2009 conviction.

H-E-B plans to open a second store in Denton, Texas, at Bonnie Brae and University Drive, aiming to boost the local economy and meet growing demand. Construction is set for 2026.

The Lewisville Police Department invites locals to join its 48th Citizen Police Academy to learn about police work through hands-on activities starting August 28.

The Irving Police Department honored over 40 employees at its Merit and Tenure Awards, recognizing contributions from 5 to 30 years of service and other achievements.