Arlington introduces a pilot program featuring rentable electric scooters and bikes to improve regional mobility, and celebrates a smart city award, as detailed in their latest digital newsletter.

Jay Chapa is appointed as the new City Manager of Fort Worth after a national search with over 150 applicants.

Fort Worth announces groundbreakings for new fire stations 26 and 37, aiming to enhance emergency response services, with funding from the 2022 Bond Program.

Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes announced his retirement for May 2025 after over 25 years of service, citing family priorities, including the joy of becoming a grandfather.

Ron Merritt is retiring as Rockwall County's Environmental Health Coordinator after 25 years, with a low-key farewell encouraged per his modest style.

Fort Worth Police Department mourns Officer Thomas C. Bounds who died from a heart attack while on duty, handling livestock. His 17-year service is honored by the department.

Sonny Saxton has been appointed as Fort Worth's Director of Emergency Communications and Management, bringing extensive emergency services experience to the role.

Parker County ESD 1 introduces a new fire engine, Engine 51, and retires the old engine, transitioning it to Engine 54, while marking the fifth vehicle of its type purchased since 2020.

The Dallas Fire Rescue is hosting an open house to demonstrate their Intentional Mass Casualty Incident training in response to increasing emergencies.

Arlington wins the 2024 National Night Out Awards for police-community partnership efforts, announced in the On Call Newsletter, which also offers tips to prevent holiday package theft.

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.

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.