Plano police conduct Operation Mario Kart, recover cash, stolen property
byThe operation recovered $42,000 in cash and $100,000 in stolen property after an investigation began last year into retail theft at Walmart.
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2026 Plano State of the City recap
byMayor John B. Muns shared his annual address on February 3, aligned with the theme, “Our Next Chapter of Excellence.”
Two Plano men sentenced in meth trafficking conspiracy
byThe men were sentenced to 162 and 216 months, respectively, for charges relating to distribution of over 500 grams of methamphetamine.
ICYMI: 25 headlines from 2025
byAs we ring in 2026, let’s look back at the moments that shaped the past year in Plano. From crime to development to philanthropy, here’s 25 moments from 2025.
Sentenced in Plano: 6 federal prison sentences delivered in nationwide initiative
byThe six sentences all involved methamphetamine-related offenses, including conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute.
3 Days to The Good Stuff: Plano is the nation’s third most family-friendly city
byCount down to our The Good Stuff 10th Anniversary Block Party with 10 of “the good stuff” about Plano.
KERA: Texas agency resolves religious discrimination allegations against EPIC City development
by“The agreement states CCP leadership will participate in fair housing training, review marketing and sales materials to ensure they’re non-discriminatory, implement fair housing policies…”
KERA: Plano man indicted for anti-Muslim messages, threats against Zohran Mamdani, DA says
byHe was indicted on Sept. 4, arrested Sept. 11 and extradited to Queens on Wednesday, KERA’s Penelope Rivera reported.
KERA: One person injured in Collin College shooting, police say
by“We wish to thank the rapid response of our Collin College Police Department, Plano Police Department and Collin College leadership, emergency management response teams, counselors, and student services. We appreciated all student residents’ cooperation during the shelter in place,” a statement from the college said.
Federal court in Plano delays Google anti-trust trial
byJordan ordered that the continuance be granted, canceling the trial date of Aug. 11 and determining that the new trial date be determined following the final judgment of the Virginia-based case.