Public Safety
Office of Homeless Solutions activates Temporary Inclement Weather Shelter at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library in anticipation of inclement weather
DALLAS – The Office of Homeless Solutions (OHS) announced Wednesday that OHS plans to declare Temporary Inclement Weather Shelter (TIWS) for …
St. Patrick’s Day 2022 events to be held on Saturday March 12 on Greenville Avenue
The 2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival events will be held Saturday March 12 on Greenville Avenue. A collaborative effort …
Get four free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests mailed to residential addresses via USPS
Every residential address in the U.S. is eligible to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests. Orders will usually ship in …
City of Dallas partners with Reliant to help vulnerable residents stay cool in summer heat
Summer in Dallas is known for its sweltering heat, and to help residents stay cool in the city, Dallas is …
City to host hiring event for 911 operators
If you want to make a difference in the community and serve residents when they need help the most, you …
Dallas Animal Services encourages pet owner safety for Fourth of July weekend
Every year during the first week of July, Dallas Animal Services (DAS) faces a sharp intake of lost pets as …
Latest information regarding DPD Chief search
City Manager T.C. Broadnax expects to select and appoint a new chief by the end of the year. __________________________________________________________________________ City …
Search underway for new police chief, community input needed
The search for a new chief for the Dallas Police Department is underway. As part of the process, the firm …
Pandemic friendly Halloween activities for your little ghouls, goblins
If you’re planning a night of spooks, skeletons and sweets, make sure you are protecting yourself and loved ones from …
DPD expands successful Starlight program
A dramatic reduction in crime in Dallas is the positive result of a crime-fighting initiative called “Starlight” which was launched …