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Deck the Plaza While You Can: Annual City Hall Tree Lighting Is Slated Friday

By Charles Grand / December 4, 2025 /

It’s that time of year again in Dallas. It’s time for Deck the Plaza, the annual tree lighting ceremony held outside City Hall on the paved civic space that’s been enjoyed by residents since it was built in the 1970s. Unfortunately for preservationists and those who hold dear what’s been a mainstay of public gatherings…

City Hall Roundup: Alleyway Pickup, Garbage Truck Cams, Old Facility Report

By Charles Grand / November 23, 2025 /

Just in time for Thanksgiving and the consequent trash overflow, officials got a little update on the alleyway pickup saga and some garbage truck tech. Staff also dug up an old assessment of Dallas City Hall, which outlined projected costs for certain repairs. Check out the details below before hitting the road or tuning out…

City Hall Roundup: Election Day Shakeup, Parkland Fee Compromise

By Charles Grand / November 16, 2025 /

We’ll spare you this weekend on the latest drama surrounding Dallas City Hall, as there isn’t all that much. Needless to say, the rumor mill is still churning, and the anger is palpable in some spaces online. As previously reported, council members are giving City Manager Kimberly Tolbert the go-ahead to start scouting for possible…

Mayor Eric Johnson: ‘This Has Always Been the Dallas Story’

By Charles Grand / November 14, 2025 /

Mayor Eric Johnson laid out the promise of Dallas during his State of the City address on Thursday, touting the gains made over the past several years and highlighting the Big D’s status as a top destination for business and investment. The speech was livestreamed from the new Texas Stock Exchange at its temporary offices…

Dallas Officials Set To Explore Their City Hall Options

By Charles Grand / November 9, 2025 /

Dallas City Council is poised to initiate the process of scouting for a new home while leaving the door open to a potential retention of the iconic Brutalist structure at 1500 Marilla St. On Wednesday, council members will consider a resolution directing City Manager Kimberly Tolbert to evaluate options for relocating City Hall operations and…