Amber Thompson has been appointed as the new Director of Environmental Compliance in Garland to oversee environmental regulations amid city expansion.

The City of Arlington's news reports an upcoming Fall Drug Take Back event on October 26 for safe disposal of medications to prevent misuse and water contamination.

Garland City Council approves a $1.04 billion budget for 2024-25, maintaining the tax rate and increasing funds for infrastructure, public safety, and services.

Mesquite plans a Public Safety Appreciation Week with events to connect first responders with the community, including coffee, burgers, and a closing ceremony.

The Mesquite community's 8th annual Día de los Muertos Celebration offers artistic workshops, performances, and food on October 26 at the Mesquite Arts Center.

Dallas is hosting a community meeting to discuss May 28 storm impacts and future preparedness, involving city officials and Oncor, at W.T. White High School on September 28.

A man died and two were injured in a Dallas shooting on W. Camp Wisdom Road. Authorities have not identified suspects and are asking the public for information.

The National Weather Service predicts scattered showers and thunderstorms for Dallas, with a 20% to 60% chance of precipitation and highs ranging from 84-90 degrees over the next few days.

The Arlington Police Department is preparing for National Night Out and promoting animal adoption, featuring a heartworm-positive Labrador mix named Beanie who needs a home.

The Cedar Hill Police responded to a family dispute on Justice Drive, assuring the public there was no threat to the community. The incident details remain limited.

Mesquite Police Department has warned about increased false threats of school violence, stressing consequences for the hoaxers. Police charged juveniles in 12 cases this year and maintain a zero-tolerance policy.

Four juveniles in Lewisville ISD face charges for circulating fake threats against Huffines Middle School, leading to their arrest by the Lewisville Police Department.

Police and fire departments in Mesquite held a joint training at Town East Mall after hours, focusing on emergency response coordination, detailed in a police Facebook post.