A fire in Denton led to Popeye's closure for repairs, multiple vehicle accidents, and an incident involving a fire engine. Coco Shrimp was undamaged but awaits power restoration. Officials urge safe driving during the holidays.

The Polar Express Christmas Event in White Settlement was a success despite bad weather, with photographs by Derek Staine highlighting the festivities.

Arlington Parks and Recreation hosts the annual 2025 Sweetheart Dance on February 15th at the Bob Duncan Center, offering dancing, desserts, and a chance to connect.

Mayor Michael Evans and Mansfield staff participate in the Salvation Army Mayoral Challenge, aiming to win a trophy by outdoing neighboring cities in fundraising.

The Ellis County SPCA is reopening after a temporary closure due to a health scare, having taken quick precautionary measures which resulted in all tests coming back negative for the infectious disease.

The Grand Prairie Police Department spread holiday cheer to over 300 families through their Santa Cop event, which involved gift distributions and festive decorations, supported by community contributors.

The article details linked violent events in Arlington involving multiple shootings by suspects, who injured a woman, a man, and a dog, and led to the arrest of Humberto and Angel Barajas.

Evan Ranallo, a musician from Hurst, survived a fatal crash and remains hospitalized. The local music scene organized a benefit concert to cover his medical costs.

A man was killed in Arlington after being struck by a vehicle while helping a stranded driver; two others are hospitalized. The police are investigating the incident, with no charges filed yet.

The S.M. Wright Foundation's Christmas in the Park event at Fair Park provided 25,000 needy Dallas-area kids and families with toys, clothes, and meals.

Dallas County's DA office receives over $3.8 million in federal funds to investigate cold cases and continue funding the SAKI project to resolve unsolved crimes.

The National Weather Service reports varied weather for Dallas, with rain and potential thunderstorms, sporadic clear skies, and a cooling trend toward the weekend.

The Plano Police Association's Christmas Cops program marks 40 years of aiding those in need, providing essentials like clothes, gifts, and food to families facing hardships.