Local News
‘A beautiful baby:’ Dozens gather to grieve 3 children fatally stabbed in Italy, Texas
- Written by Zaeem Shaikh The Dallas Morning News Zaeem Shaikh The Dallas Morning News
- Published: 19 March 2023 19 March 2023
DeSOTO — They remembered smiles that lit up rooms and laughter that echoed through the halls. Memories of strong, healthy and happy children. On Friday and Saturday at the Eternal Rest Funeral Home in DeSoto, dozens of people poured into the chapel room to honor the lives of three children killed two weeks ago in an Italy, Texas, home.
DESOTO SHARES COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROGRESS WITH LEADERS & RESIDENTS
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 25 February 2023 25 February 2023
DeSoto, TX - On Monday, February 20, the City of DeSoto held a joint meeting to update members of the DeSoto City Council, DeSoto Planning & Zoning Commission,
DESOTO POLICE ASK FOR THE PUBLIC’S HELP TO IDENTIFY MAN ACCUSED OF THREATENING A LOCAL MOSQUE
- Published: 16 February 2023 16 February 2023
DeSoto, TX - The DeSoto Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying a man who walked into the Desoto House of Peace & Community Center on the 500 block of West Beltline Road on Tuesday at approximately 9:00 PM and allegedly threatened to harm congregants and their families.
Results of DeSoto PD Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 07 January 2023 07 January 2023
DeSoto, TX — As our holiday season comes to a close, our officers worked together December 16, 2022, through January 1, 2023, to take drunk drivers off the roads.
James Franklin McDonald Jr.
- Published: 02 January 2023 02 January 2023
DeSoto, TX - James Franklin, Jim McDonald, age 85, of Duncanville, passed on Friday, October 28 while at home in DeSoto, Texas. Jim was born on December 26, 1936 in Marion County, the son of the late Mattie Handley and James F. McDonald, Sr.
Superb Woman: Hon. Dr. Janice Ingram
- Written by Texas Metro News Texas Metro News
- Published: 03 December 2022 03 December 2022
DeSoto, TX - Dr. Janice Ingram served as a member of the DeSoto ISD Board for 12 years; six as President and two as Board Secretary. For two of those years, she was the only African American and female member.
DESOTO POLICE PEACEFULLY END ARMED STANDOFF IN THEIR HQ PARKING LOT
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 14 November 2022 14 November 2022
DeSoto, TX - Earlier Monday afternoon DeSoto Police requested that members of the traveling public avoid the immediate area of their headquarters at 714 E. Beltline Road, but the situation has been resolved without incident and there are no current travel restrictions in place.
City of DeSoto in DFW Unveils New Brand Identity
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 24 October 2022 24 October 2022
DeSoto, TX - On Tuesday, October 18, 2022, the City of DeSoto unveiled a new brand identity at its City Council meeting, including a new logo, City Flag, and a tagline that reflects the inclusiveness of its culture and inviting atmosphere for all who live in the city.
FLOOD RELIEF ASSISTANCE FROM US SBA
- Published: 25 September 2022 25 September 2022
DeSoto, TX - The United States Small Business Administration has issued a Disaster Declaration related to the flooding experienced by DeSoto and other area cities in late August. The SBA Declaration opens the door for affected residents to apply for low-interest, long-term loans.
DeSoto PD Investigates Fatal Shooting on Lounge Security Guard Friday Night
- Published: 20 August 2022 20 August 2022
DeSoto, TX - DeSoto Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a security guard that took place at a Hampton Road lounge at approximately 10:00 PM Friday.
