Arlington ISD is weighing whether to join Texas’ revamped Teacher Incentive Allotment, which could bring merit pay up to $36,000 to teachers at needy campuses. Trustees remain divided over the measure’s metrics and long-term risks.

A Dallas Park Board member resigned after the city pulled a proposed no‑bid lease that would have given his startup a restaurant at Dallas Executive Airport.

A federal suit from Texas AFT challenges state education probes into teachers' private social posts. The case may set a statewide limit on what educators can say online.

Ennis and Grand Prairie are preparing for their special elections on January 31, 2026, with early voting from January 14-27. Ellis County provides voting details on their website.

An analysis shows Dallas ICE arrested more than 12,000 people in 2025 and most had no criminal convictions. The shift has spurred lawsuits and heated debate over enforcement priorities.

Arlington, Texas won a 2025 Impact Award for the West Airport Development & E-Space North American Headquarters project, which is expected to bring over 2,000 high-wage jobs and foster aerospace R&D in the city.

Fort Worth City Council will discuss the 2026 Debt Plan, African American museum funding, property tax exemptions, Salt Road repairs, panhandling guidelines, and honor a person named Henry on January 6. Public comments are scheduled for the evening.

Governor Abbott ordered TWC and HHSC to probe potential misuse of child‑care dollars and tighten oversight. Agencies must file progress and final reports in late January and February.

Dallas invites residents to discuss the FY 2026-27 HUD Consolidated Plan Budget via public meetings and an online survey to influence federal funding allocation.

Keith Wheeler is sworn in as the judge of Rockwall County Court at Law #1, replacing Brian Williams. With over 40 years in law and a pledge to be fair, he'll serve until the year-end election.

Dallas County officials plan to purchase land for a $5 billion modern jail facility, as part of efforts to address overcrowding and outdated infrastructure.

The Dallas Landmark Commission is set to decide if the rainbow-painted steps at Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, representing LGBTQ support, can remain amid a Texas directive to remove such displays.

The expiration of ACA tax credits may lead to increased healthcare costs for over 24 million Americans, affecting accessibility and potentially causing individuals to delay care or lose insurance coverage.