With the highly anticipated solar eclipse around the corner, businesses are expecting to see major revenue increases due to the high numbers of tourists flocking to the area. A total eclipse will...
Tornado Warning Issued for Dallas County
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for Dallas County. Dallas County residents are advised to immediately seek shelter. The warning is currently in effect until 5:30 p.m....
Poll | Dallasites Want More Police Funding
A recent poll of Dallas municipal voters likely to vote in the May 6 election showed an overwhelming majority of respondents thought the police deserved more funding. The survey, conducted by...
Valley View Center Fire Injures 2 Firefighters
Two Dallas firefighters were injured Thursday morning after responding to a fire at the old Valley View Center in North Dallas. The fire started around 4:30 a.m. Tuesday and created heavy smoke,...
DTPID Making Dallas a Tourist Attraction
It's no secret that the city of Dallas has a number of sights to attract visitors and tourists from across the nation. Sights range from beauteous parks and entertainment districts to fine cuisine...
Mayor’s Poll | Crime, DISD, Homelessness Top Issues
New polling conducted on behalf of Mayor Eric Johnson shows crime, education, and homelessness are top of mind for Dallas residents.
Severe Weather Possible in DFW Thursday
A cold front is expected to blow through North Texas on Thursday, bringing the possibility of severe weather to the area. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth said that while there is a...
Dallas Brings Back Scooter and Bike Program
Rentable electric bikes and scooters are returning to Dallas, and City officials say things will be different this time. The City of Dallas recently announced it is bringing back rentable transports...
City May Use Storm Money for Homeless Housing
Over $40 million in taxpayer-funded grants could be directed to ‘tiny home’ construction despite being earmarked for storm recovery.
Cool Weather and Storms Expected
Widespread showers and much colder temperatures are expected this week across North Texas. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Fort Worth is predicting the possibility of showers and thunderstorms...
Dallas County Appoints Chief Equity Officer
Jheison Romain Nieto began his new position in Dallas County government as the chief equity officer on March 13. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins tweeted Monday evening, “@DallasCountyTx has their...
Juvenile Dies After Car Hits Horses
A juvenile riding a horse was killed, and two others were injured after being hit by a car Tuesday morning in Dallas, police said. The incident happened around 5:30 a.m. near Interstate 45 and Great...
City Council Approves Oak Cliff Sprouts
Oak Cliff may soon be getting a new grocery store on its north side and will have more shopping variety regarding healthy eating. The Dallas City Council unanimously voted Wednesday to approve a new...
Dallas To Install New Air Quality Monitors
Dallas is adding new air quality monitors throughout the city in an effort to better understand and track air pollution at the neighborhood level. The City of Dallas has re-launched a 2017...
Sheriff’s Deputy Allegedly Doxes Resident on TikTok
A deputy with the Dallas County Sheriff's Department was suspended for allegedly doxing someone he had pulled over for speeding while filming for his TikTok live stream, and now he and the...
Reunion Tower To Open New Restaurant
Dallas diners can feast among the clouds once again when the Reunion Tower's latest restaurant opens this spring. The Las Vegas-based steakhouse Crown Block has announced April 17 as the official...
Abbott Addresses Broadnax’s Permit Troubles
Governor Greg Abbott wants Dallas’ building permit process to move at the “speed of business.” Abbott proposed a unique solution to address Dallas’ slow building permit process at his recent State...
City Developing Lease Program for Homeless
The City of Dallas is developing a new "master leasing program" to provide housing for the homeless. "The master leasing program is designed to increase the number of available low-barrier units for...
These Local Restaurants Failed Inspection
This data has been updated as of March 16. In the second installment of our monthly feature on restaurant inspections in the city, The Dallas Express is shining a spotlight on establishments that...
Gas Prices Go Up Heading Into Spring
The arrival of spring break means that gas prices are likely on the rise. Prices increased around 3% last week to $3.46 per gallon of regular gas nationwide, according to AAA. Across Texas, the...
Attempted Mayoral Candidate Plans To Sue City
The City of Dallas may face a lawsuit from a man alleging the municipality is "unjustly" preventing him from running for mayor. Jrmar Jefferson announced his intention to file a lawsuit against the...