Irving Weekly

06/03/2026

The dog park at Irving Animal Care Campus is temporarily closed as the city begins an expansion project. The improvements are expected to create more space and enhance the experience for dogs and their owners. Residents are encouraged to use other local dog parks while construction is underway.

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06/02/2026

Operation Soteria Shield has resulted in 276 arrests and the rescue of 89 children across Texas. The statewide operation brought together dozens of law enforcement agencies to combat online child exploitation and identify offenders. Authorities say investigations are continuing.

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05/30/2026

Three people, including a child, have died after a gas explosion sparked a massive five alarm fire at an apartment complex in Dallas. Multiple others were injured as firefighters worked through the rubble and investigated the cause of the explosion. Authorities say the incident remains under investigation.

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05/29/2026

Two people were arrested after Irving police say they attempted to steal copper from a data center property. Officers responded to the scene and took the suspects into custody during the attempted theft investigation.

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05/27/2026

, Our Irving Police Department recently posted a warning on the deadly use of . Thank you for your hard work in trying to keep residents safe for this poison!

Several fi****ms and approximately 6.475 kilograms of fentanyl were recently seized by investigators, with an estimated street value between $975,000 and $1 million. This outstanding police work prevented thousands of potentially lethal doses from ever reaching our streets. Just one pill can kill, and every seizure like this plays a critical role in protecting our community.

Keeping our streets safe is a shared responsibility. Residents are encouraged to stay alert, talk with loved ones about the dangers of fentanyl and illegal narcotics, and report suspicious activity to law enforcement. Working together, we can continue making our community safer for everyone.

05/26/2026

Irving police say a 33 year old man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly stabbing his grandmother and mother during an attack outside a Las Colinas apartment complex on May 17.

According to investigators, both victims suffered serious injuries and were transported to local hospitals. The suspect was arrested at the scene and remains in custody at the Dallas County Jail.

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05/24/2026

🚨A 14-year-old boy who was last seen in Irving on May 15 remains missing. Authorities are asking residents to stay vigilant and report any information that may help bring him home safely.

If you have information regarding his whereabouts, contact local law enforcement.

05/23/2026

Irving recorded the biggest improvement in the nation in the newly released 2026 ParkScore rankings, climbing 28 spots from 99th place to 71st among the 100 largest U.S. cities.

IRVING, Texas — Irving recorded the biggest improvement in the nation in the newly released 2026 ParkScore rankings, climbing 28 spots from

05/23/2026

Man Arrested Weeks After Knife Attack on Ex-Girlfriend at Las Colinas Apartment
38-year-old Eduardo Castro-Lopez was booked into the Irving Jail on May 17th at approximately 9 p.m.
He attacked the woman in a rage of jealousy after she refused to hand over her cell phone. The victim used her hands to block the attack and suffered a cut to the palm of her right hand during the struggle.
Read more: https://www.irvingweekly.com/s/12802/Man-Arrested-Weeks-After-Knife-Attack-on-Ex-Girlfriend-at-Las-Colinas-Apartment.php

05/23/2026

IRVING, Texas - Federal immigration agents arrested a previously deported Mexican national in South Irving earlier this month after authorities