AT&T opens first community learning center in effort to bridge digital divide
On Thursday it opened the first of more than 20 planned AT&T Community Learning Centers in places where people need the most help, like Family Gateway in downtown Dallas.
DART’s redrawn bus routes and updated service plan to begin next year
For the past year, DART has been working on a plan to update its bus routes. The new routes and schedules will start in January.
Dallas to spend $72M on housing plan to combat homelessness
Dallas leaders gave the green light for a massive spending plan to find those without a home a new place to live.
Artpark at Trinity Groves opens as colorful new hangout spot in Dallas
The new backyard-style beer garden has picnic tables to enjoy food from nearby restaurants, colorful graffiti art by local artists, outdoor TVs perfect to watch big games and views of Downtown Dallas.
Suspect arrested after stabbing near Downtown Dallas bus station
Police officers arrested the stabbing suspect at the Downtown Dallas Greyhound bus station where he was trying to change his clothes.
5 Years Later: Memorial service held for 5 officers killed in Downtown Dallas ambush
Five years ago today, a man with a military-style rifle opened fire on a peaceful protest, targeting and killing five police officers. The city of Dallas honored those officer.
Public invited to Wednesday events marking fifth anniversary of July 7 Downtown Dallas ambush
With the upcoming fifth anniversary of the July 7 ambush, families of the fallen officers hope the public continues to remember the sacrifice that law enforcement officers make when they make the pledge to protect and serve.
Fallen officers remembered 5 years after Dallas police ambush
On July 7, 2016, a man began shooting during what had been a peaceful civil rights march through Downtown Dallas. He killed five police officers.
Police, community partners develop safety plan as more people come back to Downtown Dallas
City leaders are expecting a transformation in Downtown Dallas beginning with a holiday weekend boost and companies bringing back thousands of employees over the summer.
Klyde Warren Park hosts Independence Day event Saturday, along with fireworks
North Texas will see one of the first major fireworks shows Saturday evening out at Klyde Warren Park.
Food hall opening in Downtown Dallas later this month
Downtown Dallas is set to have its first food hall when The Exchange opens at the AT&T Discovery District on Friday, June 25.
Dallas’ Margaret McDermott Bridge finally open to walkers and cyclists
It’s about four years late but the Margaret McDermott Bridge in Dallas is finally safe and open to pedestrians and bike riders.
Migrant teen shelter at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center closes
The Downtown Dallas shelter that once held about 2,300 teenage boys from Central America is closing down.
Rally and march in honor of George Floyd held in Downtown Dallas
In Dallas, civil rights activists and their supporters marked the anniversary of George Floyd's death with a rally at the Dallas police headquarters. Activists discussed what’s changed, or hasn’t changed, over the course of one year.
New northbound I-35E exit ramp to Dallas North Tollway opens Saturday
TxDOT is opening a new I-35E northbound exit ramp to Dallas North Tollway Saturday morning.
Firefighters help elderly residents evacuate during Dallas high-rise apartment fire
Firefighters had to call in more help for a fire at a Dallas high-rise Tuesday afternoon because so many of the residents are elderly.
First Baptist Dallas to host COVID-19 vaccination clinic after Sunday services in mid-May
The church, led by Dr. Robert Jeffress, is offering church members a chance to get the shot on May 16 and is a direct effort to address vaccine hesitancy among some of its congregation.
Rental scooters could make comeback to Downtown Dallas this fall
Rental scooters could make a comeback in Downtown Dallas. One company made its pitch to city leaders with safety measures designed to keep riders off the sidewalks.
Woman at taco stand among those hurt in shooting at Fuel City in Dallas
A woman who was at the taco stand at Fuel City near Downtown Dallas was caught in the crossfire of a fight early Monday morning.
The Dallas Opera cancels first two 'Welcome Back' concerts due to COVID-19
The Dallas Opera canceled its first two "Welcome Back" concerts because a contractor associated with the concerts tested positive for COVID-19.