Neighborhood enlists unexpected helpers for crucial landscaping task: ‘A fun and memorable sight’
"It only took them a few days." Neighborhood enlists unexpected helpers for crucial landscaping task: 'A fun and memorable sight' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Dog attack sends Dallas officer to hospital; second person also taken, authorities say
The officer was listed in stable condition, and officials said another person was also taken to a hospital.
National Margarita Day: Best deals in North Texas for 2026
DALLAS - Forget the traffic reports and the 7-day forecast… the only thing you need to monitor this weekend is the flow of tequila. Sunday, Feb. 22 is National Margarita Day, and we’ve found enough deals in DFW to make sure your Sunday Funday stays on budget and on the rocks.
West Dallas SWAT Raid Ends in Gunfire, Suspect Shot but Cops Walk Away
A SWAT warrant operation in West Dallas turned violent Friday morning when a suspect was shot and injured during a confrontation with police. The gunfire erupted shortly after 10:30 a.m. in the 1000 block of Shaw Street, near Sylvan Avenue and Canada Drive, after officers arrived to serve a warrant and encountered an...
Multi-agency SWAT standoff in Celina ends in Dallas agg assault arrest
CELINA, Texas — A suspect in an aggravated assault case out of Dallas surrendered to authorities after a standoff in Celina, according to the Celina Police Department. The operation, conducted at 1625 hours, was a joint effort involving the Celina Police Department, the Dallas Fugitive Taskforce, McKinney Police...
State of the City highlights service, community
Mayor Jeff Bickerstaff speaks during the State of the City event, where he introduced the new City of Sachse community logo, Thursday, Feb. 12 at Northplace Church in Sachse. Bickerstaff said the logo was created “to inspire pride and help everyone who lives, works or visits here feel like they belong.” Shelley...
The top counties Americans run to when they want better quality of life
It is fascinating for an outsider to watch how Americans move around their vast country in search of greener pastures and bigger backyards. You guys don’t just stay put; you pack up U-Hauls and head for sunshine, lower taxes, and neighborhoods where the houses actually have driveways. From my vantage point, it looks...
Plano considers incentives for AT&T move
Plano City Council will meet next week to consider approving an economic incentive agreement that would give AT&T $20 million to move its headquarters from Dallas.
More charges filed against ex‑teacher as Little Elm abuse investigation widens
The former educator now faces multiple new counts of indecency and aggravated sexual assault after police confirmed additional victims and secured fresh warrants.
Hobbs boy surrounded by love after loss
DALLAS, Texas — The 10-year-old Hobbs boy who lost his mother, Megan Runnels, in a fire last month is now living with the Cardona family in the Dallas, Texas, area – a decision made by his mother in her final moments. Sammy and Yoli Cardona say they want...

















