Arlington Public Library's report shows its patrons checked out 1.7 million items, including books and digital media, with 735,602 visitors in 2024, and hosted 2,333 free programs.

Man sentenced to 20 years for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl; accomplice also sentenced.

Dallas hosts the 43rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade with MLK III attending and Officer Burks' family as Grand Marshals, focusing on service and sacrifice.

Danielle Ellis' "ORACLE" exhibit mixes art, history, and spirituality in a digital format at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center with an opening reception on January 18.

Dallas city offices close for MLK Jr. Day, but the Office of Homeless Solutions keeps shelters open. Community events, arts, and aid programs continue, as detailed in the City's bulletin.

The Dallas area anticipates unusually cold wind chills, prompting a Cold Weather Advisory from the National Weather Service, advising residents to dress warmly and protect pets.

White Settlement hosted the TML Region 8 Quarterly Dinner, with over 110 representatives and city officials like Mayor Faron Young participating. The event featured a keynote address, an invocation, and honors for local sponsors and supporting staff.

The Duncanville Police Department has ended the BLUE Alert for Robert Davis III, a suspect in the killing of a Brazoria County Sheriff's Deputy. No reason for the discontinuation was provided.

Plano Police officers are honoring the late Navasota Police Sergeant Mark Butler by banding their badges after he died in a collision with a suspect's vehicle.

Duncanville, Texas, mourns the passing of Bob Lee, a revered city employee and community leader, with a lasting legacy in civic work and local involvement.

Frisco Unity Day celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. with education, performances, and a film screening, encouraging food donations and reflecting on inclusivity and civil rights.

Euless City Manager Loretta Getchell retires after 27 years, leaving a legacy of civic improvements. Her successor, Deputy Manager Chris Barker, will start on February 1.

D'Lee Williams becomes Managing Director of Parks & Recreation in Garland, with a career spanning nearly 30 years and marked by advancements in community service and recreation management.