Fort Worth City Council approved a 5% stormwater bill increase for FY 2026 to enhance infrastructure, affecting residential and commercial properties starting January 1, 2026.

The Fort Worth City Council approved the FY2026 budget of $3.09 billion, prioritizing public services, tax rate reduction, and response to population growth.

The Arlington City Council approved a $750.7 million budget to address a $20 million shortfall through spending cuts, fee hikes, and property tax increases, impacting city services and personnel.

Tarrant County dedicates a week to honor mental health crisis responders, reflecting their importance in public safety and partnership with law enforcement.

The Mansfield Police Department sent most of its female officers to the Women of Law Enforcement Conference in Texas for professional development and training.

Dallas Fire-Rescue introduced the Lt. Todd Krodle Firefighter Rescue Drill for enhanced safety training, remembering the firefighter who died in 2011.

Visit Garland won three first-place awards at the Texas Destination Excellence Awards for its tourism initiatives, including community events, art exhibits, and sports promotions.

Eddie Garcia is sworn in as Fort Worth's new police chief, marking the beginning of his tenure heading the police force of 1,896 officers and 574 staff.

Arlington is replacing nearly a mile of 100-year-old water mains downtown, utilizing cost-saving in-house expertise and trenchless techniques for efficiency.

Assistant DA Lori Varnell of Tarrant County was honored with the Colleen Colton Award by Guardianship Services Inc. for her service to at-risk adults.

The Rockwall County Tax Office is relocating to a new facility with modern features to improve service and will be closed from Sept 19-22, reopening on Sept 23, 2025.

The White Settlement Fire Department launched a new Rescue 18 vehicle, replacing the previous one which retired after 14,628 calls since 2019. The new unit is expected to enhance emergency response.

Dallas and Fort Worth mayors bet on the SMU-TCU game, pledging donations to green initiatives based on the outcome, marking the rivalry's final match.