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.

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.

Dallas will switch from alley to curb trash collection in parts of the city

The city of Dallas is ending alley trash pickup for thousands of homes in the city. The change has a lot of people frustrated because they say the alternative is too much of a burden.

West Oak Cliff residents worry rezoning plan will lead to gentrification

Residents and business owners in West Oak Cliff are concerned that a city plan will price them out of their own neighborhood. But some city leaders believe the plan will renew and revitalize the area.

Dallas Park and Recreation ready for Fair Park management reset

The City of Dallas is cutting ties with the non-profit that manages Fair Park, after a subcontractor it hired misspent millions of dollars.

City of Dallas ends agreement with Fair Park management company

The City of Dallas announced on Wednesday that it will end its agreement with Fair Park First, the nonprofit that manages Fair Park. A 2024 audit alleged Fair Park First's for-profit umbrella company, OVG360, misspent $5.7 million in restricted donor funds.