Nocturne Nighttime Art Trail in Frisco Announces Artist Lineup
Play Frisco, the parks and recreation department for the north Dallas suburb of Frisco, has announced the lineup of regional artists for its annual Nocturne art trail event, to take place on the evenings of Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9. Described in a press release as “part community...
Another Tenant Asked To Vacate Willow Bend As Mall Clears For Redevelopment
Another business at The Shops at Willow Bend announced it will leave, adding to a growing list of businesses and organizations exiting the mall as redevelopment plans accelerate. This time, it’s The Movie Institute. Another Exit As Plans Move Forward The nonprofit film and media studio has been given a deadline to vacate by Aug. 31, 2026, part of a broader clearing of space...
McKinney ISD Approves Pay Raises For Teachers And Staff
M cKinney ISD is increasing pay for teachers and staff ahead of the 2026–2027 school year, approving a new compensation package aimed at strengthening recruitment and retention across the district. The plan, approved at the district’s April board meeting, includes higher starting salaries, expanded stipends and additional benefits, reflecting a broader effort to remain competitive as districts across North Texas continue to adjust...
Texas Police Bust a Five-Person Crew That Targeted Older Chevrolet, GMC, and Dodge Trucks
If you drive an older Chevrolet, GMC, or Dodge pickup around the Garland area, you are already aware that it’s a theft magnet. The Garland Police Department just confirmed exactly why, with five arrests tied to what investigators are calling…
Lawsuit looms as Bartonville Store seeks sewer connection
Tim House of The Bartonville Store and other McMakin Road business owners say they are done politely asking the Town Council to consider a proposed sewer connection. They have a lawsuit drafted and are ready to file. According to attorney Brandon Shelby, who was hired by House and other businesses...
Coppell-based The Container Store to renovate stores for Bed Bath & Beyond merger
The Container Store renovates 98 stores, including DFW locations, for its Bed Bath & Beyond acquisition. Discover new home organization and storage solutions.
FBI Now Offering $50K for Texas Fugitive
A suspect accused of killing three teens vanished years ago. Now the FBI is offering $50,000 to find him.
High-profile Dallas restaurant to open in Frisco’s Firefly Park
Two high-profile Dallas-Fort Worth food & beverage concepts are headed to Frisco: That includes Frenchie, an all-day Dallas cafe from Travis Street Hospitality, and Second Rodeo Brewing, a Fort Worth brewery and garden from Jason Boso (Truck Yard). According to a release, the two restaurants will open locations at the...
Driver Says Tesla Moved On Its Own Through Path of Train
A Dallas-Fort Worth driver says a routine stop at a railroad crossing in Plano turned into a terrifying close call when his Tesla allegedly accelerated on its own and drove through a lowered crossing gate as a train approached, according to Fox 4 News. The incident happened April 7 near...
Allen Arts Alliance looks to keep arts “alive and thriving” as 18th annual Allen...
The annual Allen Arts Festival showcases artists from across the country. (Courtesy Allen Arts Alliance) Set to celebrate its 18th year in 2026, the Allen Arts Festival is expected to draw both local artists as well as artisans from across the country to showcase their art in Allen on Mother’s Day weekend.
