Trackdown: Masked suspects ambush man in Rowlett shootout
A broad daylight gunfight erupted between a victim and three masked suspects in a busy Rowlett grocery store parking lot on September 22. The suspects exited a maroon Dodge Charger and exchanged fire with the victim, who was also armed; no one was struck, but parked cars were hit. Police...
Dallas police focusing on areas deemed hotspots in effort to reduce domestic violence crimes,...
DALLAS — October is national Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Dallas police officials say they're increasing patrols in areas deemed hotspots and continuing community partnerships in an effort to reduce domestic violence offenses. Dallas Police Deputy Chief William Griffith of the department's Criminal...
Former Dallas County Jail inmates allege they were held months after their release dates
Similar stories are coming from former inmates of the Dallas County Jail, who say they served too much time behind bars. "I've lost so much that could have been prevented. It could have been stopped if they would have let me out when the judge said, Ms Willis' time is served," Cynthia Willis said.
DART receives FEMA grant ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
FIFA officials also met with Dallas Area Rapid Transit leadership during the Red River Rivalry game to see how the DART system handles special events with a surge in riders.
Residents push for safety fix at crash-prone Dallas intersection
Neighbors near the intersection say speeding and poor visibility have led to dozens of crashes — and they're voting on a redesign.
‘Change the Conversation and Change Lives’ Around Homelessness
Homelessness remains one of Dallas’ most pressing challenges, yet public discussion often reduces people to numbers and misconceptions. A new public service announcement (PSA) from OurCalling is calling for a shift in perspective with a simple message: “Change the Conversation and Change Lives.”. The PSA arrives as...
It’s Wednesday, and Eric Johnson Is Still the Mayor
My oh my, the rumor mill has been churning, but speculation over whether Mayor Eric Johnson was going to resign his post this week and run for higher office appears to have come to an end. “Trying to find out whether I am resigning, but the ‘story’ is behind a...
Opinion: Debate Over What To Do With Dallas City Hall Promises Good Times Ahead
Oh, this is going to be old-school fun. The Dallas Morning News editorial page on Monday forthrightly said, as is its wont, that maybe, possibly, Dallas should consider demolishing City Hall. Just a thought, because, you know, the building is kinda not great. The debate over City Hall’s potential future...
Dallas mayor denies speculation he’s running for higher office
"I am NOT running for anything, and I will continue serving our great city as its mayor!" Johnson wrote on X.
‘A basic faith’: South Dallas church celebrates 100th anniversary
New Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church has stayed resilient through wars, gentrification and the COVID-19 pandemic. New Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church in South Dallas celebrated its 100th anniversary Sunday with packed pews and a service vibrant with dancing, cheering and the love of family. The church,...

















