Dallas residents weigh in on council discussion over vacating city hall
Dallas City Council is weighing whether to move out of its iconic City Hall, saying leasing office space could save $43–$97 million over 10 years.
Dallas moves mayoral, city council elections to November
Dallas residents will now elect new leaders in November instead of May. The goal is to increase voter turnout and reduce the expenses for holding multiple elections.
Dallas FIFA World Cup 2026 security plan targets extreme heat, fan festival crowds
Dallas is preparing to host key World Cup events like the International Broadcast Center and Fan Festival, while public safety officials focus on extreme heat and crowd control challenges ahead of the major 39-day event.
Dallas City Council sides with police chief blocking plan to empower officers as ICE agents
A Dallas City Council committee rejected a proposal for the Dallas Police Department to join a federal program with ICE, with officials arguing the partnership would hinder local crime-fighting efforts despite a potential $25 million grant.
International expert astounded Dallas might demolish City Hall
A prominent Australian architecture professor is urging the Dallas City Council to save its iconic I.M. Pei-designed City Hall building from a potential demolition, calling it an internationally important symbol of the city and democracy.
Leaders could vote on the future of Dallas City Hall next week
What happens to Dallas City Hall could be decided in a matter of days.
Dallas leaders compare cost of repairing city hall vs leasing office space
Dallas city staff on Monday told council members that moving out and leasing a new building would be more cost-effective over 10 years. But some council members questioned how little staff expected a move to cost and how much it would take to repair the existing building.
Dallas mayor's office denies ‘security concerns’ led to absence
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson was a no-show at a scheduled public event on Thursday. That sparked some confusion and an announcement about security concerns.
To stay or go? Dallas City Council faces tough choice over iconic, deteriorating city hall
Dallas City Council is debating the future of its iconic but deteriorating City Hall after staff estimated required deferred maintenance costs at up to $345 million, while the cost of relocation remains unknown.
Mayor Johnson challenges Dallas Police Chief's "unilateral" rejection of $25M ICE funds
This news story describes the controversy sparked by Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux's rejection of a $25 million offer from ICE, leading to a public dispute with Mayor Eric Johnson and the backing of the Chief by several city council members.
Dallas Halloween home's lights are too bright, too popular, and now a City Hall problem
Dallas city officials are seeking new regulations to curb massive crowds and public safety concerns caused by a viral Preston Hollow home known for its extravagant holiday decorations.
Dallas City Hall move on the table as city weighs repair vs. relocation
Dallas City Council members are expected to vote by the end of the year on whether to abandon the iconic I.M. Pei-designed City Hall due to an estimated $50 million to $100 million in deferred maintenance costs.
Dallas City Hall reconsiders controversial curbside trash pickup plan
Dallas City Hall is reconsidering its plan to move thousands of residents' trash pickup from alleys to the curb following a major public backlash and a petition signed by over 10,000 people.
Dallas leaders approve largest-ever $5.2 billion budget
The Dallas City Council passed a $5.2 billion budget for the next fiscal year. Not everyone is happy about that.
Dallas City Council debates budget with library closures and property tax cuts on the table
The Dallas City Council is debating a new multi-billion-dollar budget that aims to lower the city's tax rate but has sparked controversy for potentially closing several public libraries.
Waymo demonstrates self-driving ride-share ahead of 2026 Dallas launch
Waymo, a company with driverless ride-share services in five U.S. cities, is expanding to Dallas and plans to launch its service in 2026.
Dallas city officials vow road improvements after deadly crash
Dallas leaders are pledging to improve a dangerous road in Oak Cliff following a recent crash that killed three people.
Dallas considers closing several library branches
A beloved Dallas library is once again facing closure. And this time, it’s not the only location on the chopping block. The city’s new library director believes the system needs an overhaul.
Dallas pauses DEI programs to protect over $300 million in federal funding
The City of Dallas voted to pause its DEI programs to avoid losing $305 million in federal funding, a move that drew criticism from community advocates who urged the city to find an alternative solution.
Company hired to manage Fair Park left it in disrepair, Dallas leaders say
Fair Park is in much worse condition now than it was before the city turned over management to the for-profit company, Oak View Group.