Dallas Police will not release body cam footage after man dies in custody
The Dallas Police Department announced Wednesday they are investigating the death of a man who, according to DPD, suffered a medical emergency while in custody. Officials say they will not be releasing the body cam footage. According to a statement from Deputy Chief William Griffith, Mesquite police responded to a...
Oak Lawn UMC urges community to support rainbow steps at Landmark Commission hearing
Dallas Voice received this message from Oak Lawn United Methodist Church on New Year’s Eve. The church’s leadership and congregation are asking the community to attend a Monday, Jan. 5, meeting of the City of Dallas Historic Preservation/Landmark Commission hearting regarding the church’s rainbow steps. The steps,...
The Fun World Record for Largest Toy Pistol Fight was Set in Tx
What's more fun than a Nerf gun fight in the backyard? Not much.
Report: Dallas Rapper ZeeTheWizard Allegedly Shot
Dallas rising artist, ZeeTheWizard was allegedly killed late last night, according to multiple sources.
New Road Stripes Are Confusing Drivers – But They Serve An Important Purpose
Drivers are spotting strange new markings on Texas highways. They look odd at first, but the reason they're there could quietly make driving safer.
Sprinkles, known for cupcake ATMs, is closing all of its locations nationwide
The bakery chain, which earned fame with its cupcake ATMs, will close the doors to all its stores today -- including all Dallas-Fort Worth locations.
Texas moves faster to remove squatters under new eviction law in effect today
DALLAS — A new Texas law aimed at speeding up the removal of squatters took effect Thursday, changing how eviction cases move through the courts and sparking debate between property owners and housing advocates. The law, Senate Bill 38, does not make squatting a criminal offense. Instead, it restructures...
9 Dallas Freeway Projects That Will Mess Up Your Commute in 2026
If Benjamin Franklin were alive today, it’s a safe bet that he would’ve added “Dallas highway construction” to death and taxes on his short list of life’s only certainties from 1789. These days, headache-inducing, route-altering construction projects are more of a constant presence than a dreaded eventuality, in all...
Flying B Animal Rescue to open a new animal shelter in Ferris
Two years since its founding, Flying B Animal Rescue and Sanctuary has announced that the non-profit animal welfare organization will work with the City of Ferris, Texas to open a new animal shelter and veterinary clinic in North Ellis County. In a January 1, 2026 social media post on Facebook,...
Dallas ISD celebrates School Board Recognition Month
January is School Board Recognition Month, and Dallas ISD is honoring our nine trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students. The theme this year is “Our Future Is Public,” which exemplifies the critical role our school trustees have in shaping the future of our communities. School...

















