Dallas forecast: cloudy with a high of 87°F and strong winds; rain starts tonight, with downpours expected over the weekend; clearer skies on Monday but showers may return Tuesday.

Oak Cliff Cultural Center is hosting the Adamson Art Show with works by AP Art students and the sound installation "Soundings" by Colette Copeland, with other events including music education and Free Comic Book Day.

Cody Wayne McCollom received a 60-year prison sentence for the repeated sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl, with his ties to the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas influencing the case.

An accidental firearm discharge by a local woman struck Frisco's Hosp Elementary School last month; no injuries occurred and no charges will be filed.

Carrollton finished a six-week storm debris cleanup, clearing 9,042 tons of debris, with Republic Services maintaining usual trash services throughout this period.

Mesquite to hold a family-friendly Citywide Council District Picnic on May 17 at the Mesquite Arts Center, with free entry, activities, and refreshments.

The City Auditor's report criticizes the city's scattered and inefficient homelessness response, citing poor encampment and mental health service management, and a lack of coordinated outreach efforts.

Oak Cliff Municipal Center extends hours before DallasNow launch, which will digitalize the city's planning processes. Services will be offline Apr 25-May 4, before DallasNow goes live on May 5 for online permit applications and tracking.

Mayor Eric Johnson at the World Cargo Symposium in Dubai discussed logistics collaborations to boost Dallas's economy by fostering job creation and trade, especially in the pharmaceutical sector.

Free jazz concert at Kiest Park in Dallas featuring saxophonist Tom Braxton, part of Dallas Live in the Park Music Series. Event starts at 6PM on April 17.

Arlington celebrates Día de los Niños with library events, including storytelling, crafts, mini golf, and author Alicia Salazar's appearance for children's literature.

Levitt Pavilion Arlington begins its 2025 season on April 25 with a lineup of diverse musical genres, local food, and community engagement, including free live performances.

Arlington's pilot program tests autonomous delivery of free groceries to East Arlington residents, aiming to aid those with mobility issues and reduce emissions.