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The City of Arlington saw a 12% decrease in overall crime from 2024 to 2025, according to new year-end data released by the Arlington Police Department.
As part of their commitment to transparency and data-driven decision making, APD voluntarily submits annual crime data to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS), a national database maintained by the FBI that helps law enforcement better understand crime trends, identify resources needed to combat crime, and steer discussions on best practices and solutions.
Homicides decreased by 13% from the previous year (15 in 2025 vs 17 in 2024), Arlington experienced a 14% reduction in Crimes Against Persons in 2025, which were led by decreases in Assault Offenses, Robbey Offenses, and Sex Offenses. The city also saw an 18% reduction in Crimes Against Property and an 11% increase in Crimes Against Society. The increase in Crimes Against Society can largely be attributed to our officers engaging in more proactive enforcement activity in 2025, in comparison to the previous year.
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Texas Authors Book Club, Hike with a Naturalist at River Legacy Nature Center, volunteering during the Zeb Strong Jr. MLK Day of Service or enjoying live performances at the Day of Service Festival are just a few activities planned in Arlington through Monday.
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City of Arlington municipal offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Garbage and residential recycling pickups will occur in Arlington on Monday as regularly scheduled.
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The Arlington Public Library has launched a new, extensive collection of over 200 circulating puzzles, generously donated by Arlington residents and dedicated library patrons, Hillary Relyea and Ben Gerdts. The collection, which includes puzzles featuring landscapes, famous artworks, and cheerful cartoon characters, was organized as a community drive in loving memory of the Gerdts’ 4-year-old son, Harvey.
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Each year, Arlington invests millions of dollars into improving the condition and longevity of the City’s vast street network.
This most recent fiscal year was not different. Approximately $15.3 million in funding, generated by the voter-approved street maintenance sales tax, helped make nearly 45 lane miles of roadway smoother for commuters between Oct. 1, 2024, and Sept. 30, 2025.
Street maintenance improvements across the city have allowed 80% of Arlington's roadway network to be maintained at the green or yellow level rating.
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MLK Advancing the Dream Gala
The Arlington Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee, Inc. hosts the annual gala, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., as part of the Arlington Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Four-Day Celebration. Tickets are $89.
E.H. Hereford University Center, 300 W. First St. at UTA
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Downtown Farmers Market
Parking and entry are free to the Downtown Farmers Market, which is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
City Parking Lot, 300 W. Front Street
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MLK Step Showcase
Join for one of the most exciting events of the MLK Advancing the Dream Celebration! The MLK Advancing the Dream Step Showcase will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are on sale at the door.
James Bowie High School, 2101 Highbank Road
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MLK Hubert Moss Ecumenical Service
A Sunday service honoring Dr. King Jr., which is free and open to the public, will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The service starts 6 p.m. with a guest minister Rev. Christopher M. Lee, Executive Presbyter of Grace Presbytery set to attend.
First Presbyterian Church, 1200 S. Collins St.
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MLK Day of Service Festival
Join us from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate the contributions of Arlington's MLK volunteers while showcasing the MLK essay winner, local dance troupes and band, the Tarrant County College traveling timeline, MLK informational videos, and more!
City Center Plaza, 100 S. Center St.
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