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Internal city emails obtained by the Branch Herald through an open records request describe a June 9, 2025, incident in which Mayor Terry Lynne allegedly confronted a senior city employee in a manner that Mayor Pro Tem and …
Mayor Terry Lynne is facing criticism from a local political action committee after he expressed concerns about PAC members serving on the city's charter review committee while defending his own …
After three decades, the Wendy's restaurant at 4169 LBJ Fwy. will soon transform into a Starbucks, bringing the popular coffee chain to one of the city's most visible commercial corners. The …
A five-story parking garage that has sat largely unused will get new life as apartment housing after the City Council unanimously approved a redevelopment project Tuesday, August 5. The council …
Omar Roman, Farmers Branch City Councilmember for District 1, has announced his decision to resign from the City Council Friday, Aug. 8, to pursue his legal education at a Tier 1 law school. Roman …
The City of Farmers Branch announces the resignation of Councilmember Omar Roman, who has represented District 1 since May 2022 and was recently re-elected to serve a second term beginning in 2025. …
The Farmers Branch Local Government Corporation on Monday, July 28, approved a timeline extension for a former landfill site and authorized a new property sale agreement during a meeting that also saw the …
Dallas – Dallas County Health and Human Services reported the first West Nile Virus (WNV) human case for the 2025 season. The individual involved is a resident of Dallas in his early 40s and …
City council unanimously voted Tuesday, July 15, to suspend a proposed 13% electric rate increase from Oncor Electric Delivery Company, giving the city 90 days to evaluate the utility's request that …
The Valwood Improvement Authority announced a significant tax rate reduction for residents during a presentation to city council on Tuesday, July 15, reporting the district is now debt-free after …
City council engaged in a lengthy debate during the Tuesday, July 15 study session over the fate of 22 city-owned residential lots, with members ultimately leaning toward transferring all parcels to …
Your voice matters is the message City Hall wants all residents to hear. Budgeting is important for all organizations, and the City of Farmers Branch is in the midst of its city budget season. …
The Farmers Branch City Council received updates July 1 on two major projects: a park development that would require an additional $2 million and a proposed $10,000 sponsorship of an international …
City council unanimously appointed Andrew Jones to fill a vacant position on the Valwood Improvement Authority Board during their July 1 meeting, following council members' unanimous preference for …
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved two significant development projects during its Monday, June 23, meeting, including a multifamily complex built atop an existing parking garage …
After a hectic and contentious legislative session in Austin that will include at least one special session in July, State Rep. Cassandra Hernandez, kicked off her bid for re-election in 2026 on …
State Rep. Venton Jones, D-Dallas, presented a proclamation recognizing Pride Month to the Farmers Branch City Council during the Tuesday, June 17, meeting, marking a historic moment for the North …
City Council addressed several key issues during its Tuesday, June 17, study session, including potential changes to the city's ethics code regarding political endorsements and revisions to the …
City Council unanimously approved a $1.8 million erosion control project for Reach 4 of Farmers Branch Creek on Tuesday, June 17, despite concerns from council members about whether the city is …
Dozens of Farmers Branch residents filled the council chambers Tuesday, June 17, to voice their opinions on a proposed social media calendar recognizing various cultural heritage months, with speakers …