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Dallas is emerging as a rival to Charlotte in banking, rising to the second-largest hub for financial workers behind New York and luring major players like Scotiabank, while Charlotte pushes growth in tech and life sciences to stay competitive; the rivalry reflects broader corporate relocation trends, cost considerations, and regional incentives as both cities vie for investment and talent.
Dallas police announced the arrest of three men—Anthony Acevedo, Jose AlarconSanchez and Anderson Derce Lara—in connection with a viral New Year’s Eve gunfire on the Margaret McDermott Bridge. Investigators recovered more than 100 shell casings and linked the suspects to other North Texas gun offenses, including a separate road-rage shooting involving Lara. Acevedo was released on bond, while AlarconSanchez and Lara remain in custody on immigration detainers as the ATF assists the investigation.
Dallas ice from freezing rain, sleet and snow is set to start melting as Monday’s sun and sublimation take hold; temperatures will rise above freezing by Tuesday morning and into the 40s by Tuesday afternoon, accelerating melting, with more thaw expected midweek as sunlight continues. A cold overnight could cause limited re-freezing, and a few leftovers may linger into Thursday.
Kalshi launched a market to bet on how many inches of snow Dallas will get this month (bets range from 0.1 inches to over 10 inches). The official outcome will be based on National Weather Service measurements, and the market will close once snowfall begins or by Feb. 1. Bettors have already placed more than $210,000. Forecasters expect wintry mix through the weekend, with 1–3 inches of snow and sleet possible, especially north of Dallas toward the Red River.
A winter storm has arrived in North Texas bringing snow, sleet and freezing rain. Roadways are coated and conditions are deteriorating, with temperatures staying well below freezing through the weekend. Officials urge staying off the roads if possible, and WFAA will provide updates and live radar. Expect continued wintry precipitation with potential school closures and power outages as the storm persists.
December 2025 saw a record 47% more home sellers than buyers in the U.S., shifting negotiating power to buyers. The Sun Belt led buyer markets while the Northeast and Midwest were dominated by seller markets; Dallas posted one of the largest seller surpluses. National prices rose only 0.1% as mortgage rates eased, potentially attracting more buyers in January.
Dozens of protesters gathered on a pedestrian bridge above U.S. 75 in Dallas to demand ICE out, part of nationwide demonstrations sparked by the death of Renée Nicole Good in Minnesota; TxDOT cameras reported slight traffic delays in the area.
A Dallas woman was fired from the Hilton Anatole after posting a TikTok warning about ICE agents at the hotel, sparking outrage and calls for a boycott amid heightened tensions over immigration enforcement.
Texas rapper Zeethewizard, also known as Zecqurie Fields, died in a Dallas nightclub parking lot shootout on New Year's Day, with five victims transported to the hospital; details about the other victims, suspects, and motives remain unclear.
AT&T announced it will move its global headquarters from Downtown Dallas to Plano within the next three years to create a larger, more collaborative corporate campus, despite its long-standing presence in Dallas since 2008. The move reflects the company's desire for a horizontal campus with significant space, and the transition is expected to be completed by late 2028. Dallas officials acknowledge the move but emphasize the city's ongoing economic strengths.
Dallas is experiencing a brief winter cold snap, but temperatures will quickly warm up into the 60s and 70s for the New Year's holiday, with a trend towards even warmer weather into early next week, reaching near 80 degrees, before a potential storm system later in the week.
The Dallas Cowboys have been officially eliminated from the NFL playoffs after the Eagles secured the NFC East title, ending their postseason streak and marking the second consecutive year they miss the playoffs. With three games remaining, new head coach Brian Schottenheimer faces the challenge of improving the team's performance, while star quarterback Dak Prescott plans to play the remaining games regardless of playoff implications.
A young family relocating from Liechtenstein to Dallas sought a spacious home in Collin County, prioritizing space, a good school district, and family-friendly amenities, ultimately choosing a property that met their criteria within their budget.
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has opened its Silver Line, a 26-mile railway connecting DFW Airport to Plano's Shiloh Road Station, serving seven cities and offering free rides until November 8, aiming to boost economic development and reduce highway congestion amid ongoing service cuts.
A man among three shot during a Dallas immigration facility attack has died, becoming the second victim, after the gunman fired from a nearby roof and then shot himself; the attack has heightened fears and backlash against immigration enforcement.