National Night Out is a nation wide effort for local law enforcement and the residents they serve to establish a relationship; which in turn, hopes to prevent crime.
Gang activity in Fort Worth was at an all time high in the 1980s and 1990s giving Fort Worth the nickname "Murder Worth." This activity and violence has decreased over time due to the efforts of different organizations.
Fort Worth scored a perfect 100 for LGBT inclusiveness in the community on a national scorecard. Scores account for city policies, services and municipal laws.
The 2016 census of the homeless population showed that 25 percent of the homeless population living in Tarrant and Parker Counties have a mental illness.