Texas begins testing electric air taxis in North Texas
TxDOT has started a three-year program to study how electric aircraft could operate in Texas airspace.
Wade RamosSeptember 22, 20261 min read
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Lyft offers half-price North Texas rides to polling places on Nov. 3
Lyft will provide discounted rides, bike trips and scooter trips to polling locations across Dallas-Fort Worth on Election Day.
Wade RamosSeptember 22, 20261 min read
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Technical outage disrupts flights at DFW and Love Field
A failure at a federal air traffic control facility in Philadelphia caused widespread flight delays, including at DFW and Love Field.
Wade RamosSeptember 22, 20262 min read
Former Dallas Mayors Push for Expanded Executive Powers
Ron Kirk, Tom Leppert, and Mike Rawlings are proposing a City Charter amendment to grant the mayor authority over hiring, budgeting, and vetoes.
Lena StroudSeptember 21, 20262 min read
Houston-Dallas rail project stalls amid funding and leadership questions
The proposed high-speed rail link between Houston and Dallas faces uncertainty after losing federal grants and key partners, leaving private investors to cover potential costs.
Wade RamosSeptember 20, 20262 min read
Hundreds Evacuated From Dallas Apartment After Gas Leak
Dallas Fire-Rescue evacuated the Alexan Riveredge Apartments on Friday evening after a natural gas leak was detected during an Atmos Energy inspection.
Wade RamosSeptember 19, 20261 min read
Dallas council passes $5.66 billion budget with public safety increases and layoffs
Dallas city leaders approved a $5.66 billion budget that boosts funding for police and fire while implementing 108 layoffs and reducing the property tax rate.
Lena StroudSeptember 18, 20262 min read
Dallas proposes $5.6B budget with tax cut and police funding boost
The city of Dallas is considering a $5.6 billion operating budget that includes a reduction in the property tax rate and an additional $80 million for law enforcement and fire departments.
Wade RamosSeptember 17, 20261 min read
FAA reports investigations into recent aviation accidents and incidents
The FAA listed several recent aviation accidents and in-flight incidents, including events involving Delta, United and Southwest flights.
Xenia DoyleSeptember 17, 20262 min read
Park and Rec earns green certification for eight facilities
The Dallas Park and Recreation Department has qualified eight facilities for the Certified Green Business list, with one achieving platinum status.
Wade RamosSeptember 16, 20262 min read
I-635 reconstruction between Dallas and Garland finished
The $1.7 billion highway improvement project connecting Dallas and Garland has been completed.
Wade RamosSeptember 14, 20261 min read
Democrats challenge Trump’s $5,000 dividend pledge during RNC in Dallas
Democratic lawmakers in Dallas questioned the feasibility of President Trump’s proposed dividend payment while criticizing the Republican midterm convention.
Wade RamosSeptember 11, 20262 min read
Dallas Celebrates Welcoming Week With Cultural Events
The City of Dallas joins global communities in celebrating Welcoming Week from September 10 to 19, 2026, featuring art exhibitions, health fairs, and cultural festivals.
Wade RamosSeptember 10, 20262 min read
DWU reports rise in water main breaks due to heat and high demand
Dallas Water Utilities attributes an increase in water main breaks and leaks to sustained extreme heat and elevated water usage, with crews working around the clock to address repairs.
Demarcus LindgrenSeptember 10, 20261 min read
Dallas Residents Can Register for Free Tree Program Through September
The eighth Annual Branch Out Dallas program is now accepting registrations for free trees, with pick-up scheduled for November 7, 2026.
Wade RamosSeptember 10, 20261 min read
Dallas limits Flock camera data access to Texas agencies
The City of Dallas has updated its rules to restrict access to Flock camera data to Texas-based agencies only.
Wade RamosSeptember 9, 20261 min read
Dallas police to review Flock camera program
Dallas police officials are scheduled to hold a discussion regarding the use of Flock cameras.
Wade RamosSeptember 8, 20261 min read
East Dallas residents wait over a month for water line leak repairs
Neighbors in East Dallas have been dealing with a leaking water line for more than a month while waiting for maintenance crews to complete necessary repairs.
Wade RamosSeptember 8, 20261 min read
Dallas weighs data center rules amid statewide debate
City officials are reviewing regulations for data centers as state leaders prepare to study industry impacts in 2027.
Wade RamosSeptember 6, 20262 min read
Washburne Says He Would Enjoy Being Mayor But Not Running
Developer Ray Washburne expressed interest in the Dallas mayoralty but stated he does not plan to enter the 2027 race while serving as co-chair of the GOP convention host committee.
Lena StroudSeptember 6, 20262 min read
GOP 2026 convention set for Dallas, first time in 40 years
The Republican National Committee will hold its 2026 midterm convention in Dallas from September 9 to 10, a shift from the party's traditional home base in Fort Worth.
Wade RamosSeptember 5, 20262 min read