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The Texas Rangers are currently investigating a shooting that involved four Denton police officers and left one man dead early Sunday morning.

As the government shutdown continues, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will run out on Nov. 1.

Because Denton County is rapidly growing, the county government has to expand to keep up. The county approved a request for another district court a couple of years ago but that there was not enough room for this expansion.

In Denton, Halloween lasts for the entire month of October. The second 31 Days of Denton Halloween, a monthlong spooky celebration that helped solidify the city’s new designation as the Halloween Capital of Texas, begins on Wednesday.

Soma Massage Therapy, which has been operating in Denton for about 15 years, is now expanding by offering franchise opportunities.

Denton County commissioners approved a total budget of $452.2 million on Tuesday for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Recent statewide redistricting will not affect Denton in the way large cities like Dallas, San Antonio and Austin will be impacted. However, it will affect representation in the county for some voters.

Denton Public Library operates three libraries: Emily Fowler Central Library in downtown Denton, North Branch Library on North Locust Street and South Branch Library.

Denton smoke shop owners were relieved when Senate Bill 3, which proposed banning all consumable THC products statewide, was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott in June. However, around the same time, Abbott approved a different piece of legislation targeting cannabis sales and sales tactics that appeal to minors.

Lewisville’s downtown transit station is getting a $40 million makeover.

Cheech & Chong’s Apothicaria, exclusively franchised by Dreamz Capital Investments, has several locations in North Texas — and the idea was developed by Denton County native and University of North Texas alumnus Andrew Brandt, who’s now a business partner of Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong.

The festivities will also feature live music from Denton’s Raised Right Men, face painting, balloon art, and food and drinks for purchase.