Dallas County burn ban runs through Sept. 25: dates and contact information
The countywide no-burn condition took effect July 27. Residents can call the Dallas County Fire Marshal at 214-653-7970 before a planned outdoor fire.
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Mother and two daughters reportedly killed after disabled car struck on U.S. 80
DPS recommends activating hazard lights, leaving the roadway when possible and moving occupants out of traffic if a vehicle becomes disabled.
Six Denton ISD School-Policing Items Head to July 28 Consent Vote
The package involves six local-government partners, but the agenda text does not disclose officer counts or cost amounts.
Cleburne ISD to Vote July 27 on Armed-Officer Exception
The public agenda identifies three school-security actions but does not disclose the campuses covered or the alternative measures proposed.
Motorcyclist reportedly dies in Arlington collision involving 18-wheeler
Published reporting says the rider was 47. Arlington’s official 2026 tallies currently list 14 traffic deaths and three motorcycle fatalities.
Two suspects reportedly sought after fatal Forney home shooting
Residents near Eagle Ridge, Van Buren and Cisco were asked to stay inside and avoid the scene as police reportedly searched for two suspects.
20-year-old swimmer reportedly hospitalized after Little Elm Beach rescue
Reports indicate the incident progressed from a search near Little Elm Beach to a hospital transport, but the swimmer's condition remains unknown.
Lake Tawakoni fisherman reportedly rescued after more than three hours in water
The cause and life-jacket status remain unclear; TPWD directs boaters to equipment requirements, education and current safety guidance.
Two Fort Worth Police Shootings Hours Apart: What Reports Establish
The Renee Circle report identifies a 6 a.m. domestic-disturbance response, while the shooting’s outcome and sequence remain unresolved.
Body-camera video reportedly captures Fort Worth officer asking why colleague fired
Earlier reporting says no gun was found and the woman was not struck, while police made a separate claim about ammunition at her residence.
Police say Fort Worth officer fatally shot armed suspect after South Freeway pursuit
The chief says more information is expected later this week; current reports do not identify the person or say whether a handgun was recovered.
New reality-based training filing brings four Dallas police campus estimates to $98.02 million
The four records cover distinct campus packages, while Dallas’ broader calculation puts total project funding needs at $226.5 million.