Mckinney TX

P lano has reached a new milestone in its sustainability efforts. The city earned LEED Gold certification, a nationally recognized designation that reflects performance across areas such as energy use, water management, transportation and overall quality of life. The certification is part of the LEED for Cities and Communities program, administered by the U.S. Green Building Council, which evaluates how local governments are advancing...

The US 75 Green Ribbon project will provide enhancements to landscaping, erosion control and irrigation. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Interested in roadwork updates impacting Allen residents? Here are updates on several upcoming and ongoing construction projects in and around the city of Allen. This list is not comprehensive. Upcoming projects. 1....

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating alleged "illegal teachings" at the University of North Texas related to the state's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) laws. According to the Office of the Attorney General, the investigation centers on a video taken in June 2025 and shared...

Looking for free stuff around Plano? Neighbors are giving away everything from furniture to appliances and even a piano. Here’s a roundup of what’s available right now — all free to a good home!

Two local educators are being recognized for going above and beyond in the classroom as March winners of the fifth annual Teachers on the Rise program, sponsored by Market Street and Mrs. Baird's Bread. Jon Glass of Hebron Valley STEM Academy in Lewisville ISD and Jeanette Toledo of Bowman Middle School in Plano ISD were selected alongside Larita Nunez of Frontier STEM Academy in...

MCKINNEY, Texas — After a massive stroke five years ago, 57-year-old George Mendez was unable to move. Not because he was paralyzed, but because he was crippled with complacency. “I didn’t feel like going out,” Mendez said. “I didn’t feel like walking around. I didn’t feel like doing anything.”...

A Tesla driver narrowly avoided disaster when the autopilot on his car engaged and drove trough a down railroad crossing just missing a DART train in Plano.

Another sure sign that Celina, Texas is a boomtown: It's about to get a Walmart Supercenter. The retail giant's first store in the city will open at the Shawnee Trail development on April 29, according to a release. Announced a year ago, Walmart will serve as the anchor tenant for...

Vedora Nail Lounge is coming soon to Allen according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. Community Impact will update this story when more information is available. Construction began in...

RICHARDSON, Texas — Richardson Police are investigating the deaths of three people who they believe were involved in a murder-suicide Wednesday, according to a press release from the department. Police say they got a call at 5:30 a.m. from a concerned family member who was not at home but...