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Gas prices have fluctuated since the U.S. and Israel launched a war on Iran, which disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and left consumers unsure of what they'll pay at the pump.

The city announced additional budget measures to address the current financial shortfall, including three furlough days for general fund employees.

Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price was the sole dissent for an advisory group to run the mental health care provider's restructuring for more than half a million dollars.

Hiring freezes and restricted overtime are part of the reductions the city of Dallas is implementing in response to expenses exceeding its budget by $30 million.

Ashley Gonzalez, 23, tracks every dollar she spends and occasionally splurges on sushi.

Auditor Timothy Hicks is two months past Dallas County's finance reconciliation deadline. Commissioners want to know how much they have to pay the bills.

Fiscal year 2025’s $2.8 billion budget saw Fort Worth earn $13.9 million less than expected but spend $11.8 million less than planned.

Mesquite ISD faces a $24 million deficit because of lower enrollment and birthrates, inflation, reduced state funding and competition. To balance its budget in 2026-2027, it will reduce staff and make other budget cuts

Judge Amber Givens sued Dallas County for excluding her from a $500,000 supplement earmarked in the budget for all other judges.

District Judge Amber Givens was the only judge that county commissioners singled out from receiving $25,000 supplemental pay.

Fellow commissioners erupted in shock when Andy Sommerman recommended the warrant and writ money diversion.

Dallas County commissioners voted to adjust and ensure fees collection for constable and sheriff services.