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Fort Worth City Council is scheduled to consider starting the legal process for a possible temporary pause on new data-center applications. The vote would not impose a moratorium, and the city says final action would not be considered until December.
A virtual Fort Worth meeting Monday will outline planned turn lanes, signals and pedestrian improvements at North Tarrant Parkway and North Beach Street.
Fort Worth is among the certified Texas Scenic Cities in a public-choice contest open through October 30, with the planned winner announcement set for November 12.
Regular gas fell to a $3.582 Fort Worth-Arlington metro average July 31, while diesel eased slightly but stayed above $5.12 per gallon.
Regular gas fell to $3.604 in the Fort Worth-Arlington metro, while diesel rose to $5.130 on July 30, keeping pressure on diesel users.
Fort Worth is revising proposed data center rules and could begin a temporary moratorium process in August, but no moratorium is in effect.
Fort Worth’s Zoning Commission voted 7–4 on July 8 to reject proposed data center zoning standards, sending the ordinance back to City Council.
Fort Worth TX – After a 7–4 vote recommending denial of new data-center rules, five council members seek a temporary pause; Aug. 11 is next.
Fort Worth residents are being asked to weigh Hemphill Corridor lane options between Hammond and Vickery after a study found tradeoffs. Survey ends July 31.
Fort Worth held a June 30 open house on proposed data-center zoning, noise and water rules. The next step is the Zoning Commission July 8.
Fort Worth’s residential transportation impact fees increase June 1, 2026. City Council also adopted a new Master Transportation Plan June 9.
AAA says Fort Worth regular gasoline is up to $4.193, while diesel holds above $5.20; one local station still prices both fuels lower today.
Fort Worth TX – Early voting is open on an $845 million bond package and charter changes, with May 2 voting set and ballot wording that says tax increase.
Fort Worth TX – Early voting is open on a six-proposition, $845 million bond package that would fund streets, parks, libraries, housing support and more.
Fort Worth TX – Early voting is underway on an $845 million bond package and charter changes. Here’s what the ballot funds, what may change, and why it matters.
Fort Worth TX – A citywide zoning case tied to new Texas land-use laws returns April 8, with possible changes to small-lot housing, parking, and future infill rules.
Fort Worth, TX – April 4, 2026 – Fort Worth heads into April with bond planning, housing and transit talks, road work, and campus-led workforce growth.
Fort Worth, TX – April 3, 2026 – City leaders moved forward on housing, transit and long-term budget planning this week, shaping growth and infrastructure priorities.
Fort Worth, TX – April 2, 2026 – City leaders move forward on university expansion, transit planning and new economic development efforts.
Fort Worth, TX – April 1, 2026 – City leaders advance university growth plans, police probe homicides, and new business investments signal shifts in jobs and housing.
Fort Worth, TX – March 31, 2026 – University expansion plans, new innovation talks, and city infrastructure efforts shape this week’s local outlook.
Fort Worth, TX – March 30, 2026 – City leaders advance 2026 bond planning, major highway construction, and regional transportation coordination.
