Mayors of Dallas and Boston wager local culinary specialties on the NBA Finals, where Dallas Mavericks face Boston Celtics. The bet: Boston's seafood or Dallas barbecue, will go to the winner's city.

The article discusses President Biden's disaster declaration for Dallas County, offering federal aid through FEMA for residents affected by severe weather.

The City of Denton plans to revise its Development Code with a focus on citizen participation rules, with a public hearing set for input on June 26, 2024.

The City of Dallas provides guidance on post-storm tree care while launching the third annual Summer of Safety campaign to reduce crime during the summer.

Ellis County Commissioners’ Court to review a replat application for a part of Whispering Meadows Addition, involving a boundary redraw for tracts in Waxahachie's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

Dr. Brian Byrd is appointed as Tarrant County's new Public Health Director, earning praises for his medical and leadership background. He aims to integrate community and data in his approach.

Brian Daugherty is appointed as Fort Worth's new Code Compliance director after serving in Arlington, bringing his experience in community development.

Fort Worth plans to install a waterwheel to remove trash from the Trinity River, aiming for environmental improvement with community and financial support.

Fort Worth's Old City Hall has surplus furniture due to departments moving to a new location. Items may be auctioned or donated, with the potential for reuse through the NCTCOG's Rheaply-facilitated Public Reuse Market.

The Garland Police conducted a traffic enforcement blitz enforcing seatbelt use, resulting in 162 stops, 43 seatbelt citations, and various other offenses. One arrest was made during the campaign, which aims to increase road safety.

Fire and police departments used the scheduled demolition of Pike Middle School for emergency response training, focusing on skills like area searches and forcible entry.

The Irving Police Department has closed the North Station for clean-up after bad weather. Residents can use a non-emergency number or visit the South Justice Center for assistance. The reopening time is uncertain, pending weather conditions.

Ellis County, Texas, is set to discuss a tax abatement agreement with Loloi Inc. for a new distribution center in Ennis, aiming to boost the economy and create 270 jobs within three years.