This holiday season, a popular tradition continues in Grand Prairie. The two-mile “Prairie Lights” holiday display along Joe Pool lake returns for its 14th year. More than 250-thousand people visited the drive-thru holiday experience last year. With new displays, park officials expect greater crowds this year. Wait times to see the over 4-million “prairie lights”…… MORE
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Trump Visits Afghanistan for Surprise Thanksgiving Visit
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan (AP) – President Donald Trump made a surprise visit to Afghanistan to spend time with U.S. troops on Thanksgiving. Trump arrived at Bagram Air Field shortly after 8:30 p.m. local time and spent more than two-and-a-half hours on the ground. Reporters were under strict instructions to keep the trip a secret…… MORE
Troopers Will Be Watching and Helping Holiday Drivers
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Highway Patrol troopers are out in force this holiday weekend to both help and watch drivers. Lonnie Haschel with the Department of Public Safety says troopers will mainly be doing a couple of things. “We want to make sure people are watching their speed, they are not distracted, they certainly aren’t under…… MORE
Fire Continues at Texas Plant; 50K Under Evacuation Order
PORT NECHES, Texas (AP) – More than 50,000 people in East Texas remain under a mandatory evacuation order as a fire continues to burn at a chemical plant, one day after two massive explosions there. Three workers were injured by the explosions Wednesday at the TPC Group plant in Port Neches. The blasts filled the…… MORE
Dallas Organizations Open It’s Doors to Homeless and Refugees this Thanksgiving
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- A Dallas-based non profit is providing hope and a warm meal to the homeless this Thanksgiving. Approximately 550 volunteers will round up their family members, assemble linens and decorate tables at the Our Calling Center for the unsheltered homeless. “It’s moms and dads with their kids seated at tables, having a family meal with…… MORE
Fort Worth Police Offering Safety Tips for Holiday Shoppers
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – Starting on Black Friday, police departments nationwide report an increase in thefts and robberies as millions of Americans begin their holiday shopping. Arlington resident April Menz said she does not want to become a statistic and takes extra steps to make sure she avoids becoming a target for thieves. “I dress…… MORE
Fort Worth Police Look for Suspect Who Robbed Two Gas Stations at Gun Point
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The Fort Worth Police Department is searching for a man they say robbed two gas stations at gunpoint Tuesday afternoon. Fort Worth police say the man robbed two gas stations, one on 5112 West Creek Drive and on 1066 Forrest Park Boulevard. Police say he went into each gas station, fired a…… MORE
WBAP Morning Show’s Picks for Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Thanksgiving is a day to be thankful for family, friends and of course, food. Whether you like your turkey fried, roasted, smoked or grilled there’s plenty of ways to prepare it. WBAP’S Morning Show gives some last minute tips and recipes on how to save time, but still impress your friends and family this Thanksgiving. …… MORE
Avoid Cooking Fires this Thanksgiving
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- According to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving is the nation’s leading day for cooking fires. Mike Drivdahl with the Fort Worth Fire Department says they see an uptick in fires this time of year and reminds North Texans to be careful when cooking. “You do not want to walk away from…… MORE
DFW Restaurants, Organizations Serving Free Thanksgiving Meals to Those in Need
DALLAS/FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – Thanksgiving is a holiday dedicated to reflecting on your blessings, doing good deeds for others as well as spending time with friends and family. Every year, a few restaurants and organizations across the Metroplex open their doors to offer a free Thanksgiving meal for those in need. In Dallas, Norma’s Cafe…… MORE
