Dallas Police are investigating an attempted child kidnapping reported in the 16900 block of Old Pond Drive on August 12, where a suspect in an SUV tried to lure a child.

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth, TX has issued a Heat Advisory for North and Central Texas due to expected heat index values up to 109. Residents are urged to stay cool and hydrated.

Officer Varela joins Huffines Middle School in Texas as a School Resource Officer, aiming to engage with students and provide support, leveraging his SWAT experience for community-focused policing.

Officer Sherwood joins Ben Harmon High as a School Resource Officer, initiating a program to mentor students and improve perceptions of law enforcement.

Officer Eaton has been appointed as the new School Resource Officer at DeLay Middle School, highlighted by LewisvillePD's Facebook post, which emphasizes his commitment to community service and student safety.

A disabled elderly woman was rescued from a severe house fire in Fort Worth, with firefighters administering life-saving measures. The fire's cause remains under investigation.

The Dallas Express reveals a severe staff shortage at Texas DPS, leading to months-long waits for driver's license appointments, an issue acknowledged by state officials and affecting services.

Tarrant County introduces Ballot Verifier, software for election transparency, enabling public review of past election records online, following a Texas legislative mandate.

The DOE has paused its civil rights probe into Carroll ISD, which is refusing negotiations over discrimination complaints. Community groups urge cooperation for student safety.

A street racing crash in Grand Prairie killed four family members and left another critically injured. Two racers, Jaime Mesa and Anthony Morales, are facing charges.

The City of Mesquite's Movies in the Park event on September 14 at Rorie-Galloway Day Camp will feature outdoor movies, free admission, games, face painting, local food trucks, and popcorn sales benefiting the Boy Scouts of America.

Duncanville nears selection of a new Fire Chief, with Greg Chase, Chris Connealy, and James Garrett as final candidates for interviews after a nationwide search by T2 Professional Consulting.

Sicily joined the Argyle ISD Police for a Donut Breakfast event, supporting a fundraiser for a local firefighter, highlighting community-police bonds.