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Dallas works to reconcile homeowner concerns on short-term rental market
Several hours of discussion held by Dallas City Council members on how to manage short-term rental properties throughout the city could soon lead to zoning restrictions and a new registration process. → Read More
Dallas launches program to train low-income residents for higher-wage jobs
A new program intended to aid low-income households in Dallas will seek to train adults and financially support them through the process. → Read More
Dallas police report nearly 15% less violent crime in 2021
Violent crime across the city of Dallas last year was down 14.5% compared to 2020, according to data shared by Dallas police. → Read More
Dallas hospitals, organizations work to implement mental health tools
Hospitals, organizations and school districts near the Lake Highlands and Lakewood areas of Dallas are working to reduce deaths by suicide through wide-reaching screening tools. → Read More
Dallas ISD announces Austin ISD superintendent as lone finalist to replace Michael Hinojosa
Dallas ISD has named the sole finalist to replace Superintendent Michael Hinojosa. → Read More
Streetlights with LED luminaires begin to shine above Lake Highlands roads
Lake Highlands and Lakewood will start to see brighter overhead streetlights as part of a broader citywide effort to upgrade them with LED technology. → Read More
PGA of America announces inaugural championship in Frisco as golf-entertainment complex nears completion
The first tournament to play at Frisco's new PGA headquarters has been announced. → Read More
La Hacienda Ranch in Frisco reopens after kitchen fire repairs
La Hacienda Ranch in Frisco reopened April 30 after a fire. → Read More
Frisco on the Green park plans include nature pavilion for environmental education
A park in north Frisco being developed at the same time as Northwest Community Park will provide an additional recreational area near the upcoming PGA of America headquarters. → Read More
Potential tower for Northwest Community Park in Frisco evolves into multitier ‘prairie observation platform’
Frisco officials and architects involved in designing an upcoming park focused on nature, cycling and education shared updated plans for the recreation area, including a more refined design for a large tower. → Read More
Wing announces launch date, new partnerships for drone delivery service in Frisco, Little Elm
Select residents in Frisco and Little Elm will be able to order products for delivery by air in a matter of days. → Read More
Regional nonprofit sees rising number of child abuse cases in Frisco as well as Denton, Wise counties
A nonprofit serving children in Denton and Wise counties and including Frisco recorded a 32% increase in the number of child abuse cases last year compared with 2020. → Read More
5-story apartment complex at Frisco Station set for 2024 completion
A 300-unit luxury apartment complex at Frisco Station is on track for completion by early 2024. → Read More
Frisco expected to fund more than $3.6 million toward home of Frisco Brewing Company
Frisco is set to provide millions of dollars in grant money toward the home of the city’s first brewery. → Read More
Next phase of Coit Road expansion underway plus more roadway updates in Frisco
Here are three ongoing transportation projects to watch for this March in Frisco. → Read More
Annual disinfectant change by water district could affect taste for Frisco residents
Frisco residents may notice an abnormal taste and smell in their water due to routine maintenance by the region’s water district. → Read More
Frisco lays groundwork for construction to begin on new community park at Hall Park
Refinements to a public-private partnership between the city of Frisco and development company Hall Group will allow construction to proceed soon on a new community park. → Read More
La Hacienda Ranch in Frisco has roughly three months worth of work before reopening, city expects
La Hacienda Ranch management is working to rebuild its kitchen after a fire on July 27 forced the restaurant to close. → Read More
PGA, leadership change, worker retention among Frisco City Council's top priorities for 2022
City leadership in Frisco have set key benchmarks to accomplish in 2022. → Read More
PGA: Golf business ‘booming’ ahead of new headquarters opening in Frisco
In mid-April, the new headquarters of the Professional Golfers Association of America is expected to open its doors with around 135 employees. → Read More