With an STR ban tied up in court, what action can Dallas take against short-term rentals?
A fatal Memorial Day shooting and the upcoming World Cup have brought short-term rental regulations back to the surface.
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Officials identify 3 victims in deadly Oak Cliff apartment explosion
The Thursday fire was caused by an explosion that occurred during work on a nearby gas line. Three people died and five more were injured.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson is, again, absent as Pride begins
Johnson isn’t especially known for his participation in city events. But some advocates say this year, it sends a message.
Report: Dallas Mavericks’ new arena will not take over City Hall’s downtown address
Downtown Dallas could be without a pro sports team or arena in the coming years.
Dallas City Hall named one of Texas’ most endangered places by preservation group
This year’s discussions on the I.M. Pei building’s future have put City Hall in immediate danger, Preservation Texas said.
Dallas slides in green space rankings as city considers cuts to parks
Dallas is now the third highest-ranked city in Texas and sits behind cities like Frisco, Plano and Garland in park investment.
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Proposed rec center closures, service cuts a ‘hard pill to swallow’ for Park Board
The Dallas Park and Recreation Department has been charged with cutting 15% of their budget in the upcoming fiscal year.
‘The nuclear option’: Council backs Oak Cliff-downtown connections over convention center plans
Council members signaled support for redesigning the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center to avoid significant changes to major routes connecting Oak Cliff with downtown.
Dallas slims down planned alley trash transition, again
The city sanitation department is reviewing service at 7,500 addresses, down from 26,000 in 2025.
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Dallas asked residents what to do about city hall. We have a few favorite suggestions
From a pickleball mecca to a Robocop museum, Dallasites had a few ideas of what to do with the plaza on Marilla Street.
Dallas boosts anti-drone security ahead of 2026 World Cup in North Texas
Dallas has received over $50 million in federal grant funding for public safety initiatives ahead of the summer tournament.
Dallas approves $180,500 for new Botham Jean Boulevard street signs
The street signs commemorate the Dallasite who was murdered by an off-duty police officer in his own apartment in 2018.
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Dallas shuts down food handout downtown; organizers plan to continue serving
City Council members are currently debating whether or not to impose harsher restrictions on organizations distributing food to homeless people in Dallas.
Fair Park advocates push to make Dallas’ ‘crown jewel’ shine year-round
For generations, city leaders and residents have wanted more for Fair Park. Will it soon finally become all it can be?
A Dummy’s Guide to Dallas’ Budget Problems
Navigating the financial discussions of a major city can be confusing. Here’s what you need to know, including how Ozempic is involved.
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As Many South Dallas Concerns Remain, Officials Tackle Fair Park Concert Noise
Future concerts at Fair Park will use different stage configurations and have on-site sound monitoring to prevent future disturbances.
When Will Tenth Street Get the Sidewalks It Was Promised in 2017?
Nearly a decade ago, Dallas taxpayers approved bond funds for sidewalks in the neighborhood. They still haven’t been built.
DART Exit Votes Sent ‘A Loud and Clear Message’ to North Texas
Highland Park will leave DART following weekend exit elections, with Addison and University Park set to remain.
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Pepper Square 2.0? Preston Hollow is Pushing Back on a Proposed Development
More than 2,600 neighbors have signed a petition opposing the proposal, which includes buildings significantly taller than the current height limit.
Council Members Say Staff Are Trying To ‘Guide the Public’ With City Hall Questions
As debate over the future of City Hall continues, two council members are calling a survey on the subject a ‘push poll.’
2 East Dallas Mothers Are on a Quest To Fix up One Very Sad Playground
Dallas’ Park Department says Harry Stone Park is nearing the end of its service life. Neighbors say that’s obvious.
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‘Stop Threatening To Defund Our Police’: Dallas Leaders Push Back on Abbott’s Threats
The governor has threatened to withhold over $80 million in public safety funding from Dallas over ICE policies.