U.S. Attorney Simonton defends federal efforts to combat North Texas's meth crisis, highlighting meticulous prosecution, especially against armed gangs and cartels, and rejecting media portrayal of harsh sentencing as unjust.

The National Weather Service Fort Worth reports a rainy weekend for Dallas, with an 80% chance of showers into the evening and patchy fog expected Sunday night into Monday morning. The week ahead looks sunny after the wet start.

The South Dallas Cultural Center is set to host the "Kindred Exhibition" on January 10th, aiming to spark cultural engagement. Artist DeMarcus McGaughey's works will be featured, encouraging a dialogue on shared human experiences.

The Latino Cultural Center in Dallas showcases Eliana Miranda's exhibit on climate change's role in migration and Ramires Santin's series on societal pressures faced by women.

Mayor Eric L. Johnson's 2024 State of the City Address discussed Dallas's progress in reducing violent crime, investing in parks and streets, and providing tax relief.

Kandace Espinosa was sworn in as White Settlement City Councilmember, watched by her family. Outgoing councilmember Gregg Geesa was celebrated and appointed to the Planning and Zoning board.

The Coppell Police Department celebrated retaining their title in the 2023 National Night Out rankings, crediting the Coppell community for the win on social media.

Police in Greenville and Mesquite mourned the loss of Officer Cooper Dawson, expressing their collective sorrow and honoring his service after his passing in the line of duty.

Denton's annual Stream Clean event is set for Dec. 7, offering local volunteers the chance to clear trash from waterways. Registration starts at Denton Civic Center, where participants will receive cleanup supplies and a T-shirt.

The DART 2025 Student Art Contest is underway, inviting K-12 students in North Texas to submit original works themed "Fantastic Journeys Start on DART" for cash prizes and the chance to have their art featured on DART vehicles.

Carrollton has released its Leisure Connections magazine detailing city-sponsored activities for January-April 2025, with early registration starting December 2 for residents.

Sgt K9 Tango, a police dog in Plano, Texas, is recognized for excelling in varied law enforcement duties including narcotics detection and tracking, and is a valued member of the police force.

The White Settlement Fire Department announced the death of firefighter Dalton Ingram in an off-duty accident, mourning his passing and celebrating his jovial spirit.