Oncor clear-cuts three acres at White Rock Lake without city approval
A Dallas city councilwoman has put together a committee to work with the city an Oncor on a plan to prevent a clearing like this from happening again and hopefully replant some of what was lost.
Dallas council member questions using CARES Act money for hotel debt payment
The agenda item was described in a presentation as a $1.8 million debt payment, with no mention the money would be for the Lorenzo Hotel in the Cedars.
Deadline approaching for Dallas City Council to spend CARES Act funding
Some Dallas council members were surprised to learn that the city apparently allocated more federal money for rental assistance than it could use in time.
Scooters may be allowed to return soon to Dallas, city council says
The Dallas director of transportation says he may give scooter operators the green light to return with a temporary permit soon after a public meeting set for next Thursday. But some worry that is too soon.
Funding approved for Dallas mayor's task force recommendations for safer communities
The safety recommendations were made more than a year ago, but the city's recently approved budget puts money toward them.
Despite tax rate reduction, Dallas homeowners should expect higher tax bills in 2021
The cut is not expected to be enough offset rising property values, and many city leaders predict fallout from the divisive issue of significantly cutting the Dallas Police overtime budget.
Dallas City Council votes to cut police department's overtime budget
The contentious debate over the police budget this year has been in stark contrast to the unanimously approved budget last year when funding for police was increased by more than $5 million.
Save Me Steve: Opposing sides weigh in on heated Dallas police funding debate
The Dallas City Council is weighing whether to cut $7 million from the police budget for overtime. Some are in favor. Others including Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson are fighting it. FOX 4's Steve Noviello explores both arguments.
Councilman pushing to decriminalize marijuana in Dallas
As the Dallas City Council looks at trimming the police budget, there is another idea that will spark debate – decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of marijuana.
Hall: Dallas PD will respond to incidents even if overtime budget is reduced
Outgoing Dallas Police Chief Renee Hall said Monday it’s the department's duty to respond to emergencies whether or not the city reduces DPD’s overtime budget.
Dallas City Council considers cutting police overtime budget
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson urged city council members on Wednesday to change their minds about proposed cuts to the police overtime budget.
Proposal to rename Lamar Street in honor of Botham Jean put on hold
The effort to rename part of Lamar Street after Botham Jean has been put on hold for at least two weeks.
Dallas City Council moves toward cutting police department's overtime budget by $7 million
Dallas city councilmembers late Wednesday night took their first vote in favor of cutting the police department's budget.
Dallas council discusses proposals to cut some police funding
The Dallas City Council discussed different proposals for cutting millions of dollars from the police department's budget on Wednesday.
Dallas City Council continues a tough budget discussion
It’s everyone’s least favorite time of year at Dallas City Hall – budget time. This year the talks will be especially difficult.
Dallas mayor questions city's decision to end electric rental scooter program
The city of Dallas abruptly announced it plans to halt its electric scooter program effective Wednesday.
Police association pushes back on proposed DPD cuts by Dallas council
There seems to be growing momentum for police budget cuts in Dallas, but council members and the mayor seem split on what should be cut.
Dallas City Council rejects proposal to put soccer fields under I-345 in Deep Ellum
Dallas city councilmembers unanimously denied a proposal to put soccer fields under Interstate 345 between Deep Ellum and downtown.
Former Dallas councilman calls city’s plan to buy failing grocery store a “waste of tax money”
Some residents in southern Dallas are concerned about the city's plans to buy a failing grocery store.
Some councilmembers question Dallas plan to buy grocery store
Some council members are questioning a city of Dallas plan to buy a grocery store in southern Dallas that has already received millions of dollars in subsidies.