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WBAP Morning Show’s Picks for Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes

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

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

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

Tarrant County DA Requests Recusal from Dallas County DA’s Contempt Case

Tarrant County DA Requests Recusal from Dallas County DA’s Contempt Case

TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- The Tarrant County District Attorney is seeking recusal after being appointed as a special prosecutor in Dallas County DA’s contempt of court case. A judge appointed Tarrant County DA Sharen Wilson, but she has requested to be recused because it will interfere with her responsibilities and duties as the DA. Dallas County DA John Cruezot was held…MORE

Botham Jean’s Brother to Receive Courage Award at Ethics Conference

Botham Jean’s Brother to Receive Courage Award at Ethics Conference

PLANO (WBAP/KLIF) – The brother of a man shot to death by a former Dallas Police Officer will be honored next week in Plano. Brant Jean is the brother of Botham Jean who was shot and killed in his apartment by Amber Guyger. Brandt captured hearts across the country when he forgave Guyger on the…MORE

Dallas Leaders Working with Texas Delegation in Request for Federal Disaster Recovery Funds

Dallas Leaders Working with Texas Delegation in Request for Federal Disaster Recovery Funds

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The City of Dallas continues to work with the Texas delegation to ensure federal help in recovery from last month’s EF-3 tornado that ripped through high end businesses and neighborhoods. To qualify for a Presidential Disaster Declaration, which would bring federal recovery money, the city must prove $38.5 million in uninsured public…MORE

Arlington Police Need your Help Locating Deadly Hit and Run Suspect

Arlington Police Need your Help Locating Deadly Hit and Run Suspect

ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)-  Arlington Police are investigating a deadly hit and run and need your help locating the driver.  Sergeant Michael Chitty says a woman who was walking along the shoulder of I-20 near Cooper Street was struck and killed at around 12:36 Wednesday morning. Chitty says officers were called to check on her after someone spotted…MORE

DFW Airport Expects to Welcome Record 2.5 Million Passengers During Thanksgiving Travel Period

DFW Airport Expects to Welcome Record 2.5 Million Passengers During Thanksgiving Travel Period

GRAPEVINE (WBAP/KLIF)- A record number of more than 2.5 million passengers is expected to travel at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport during the Thanksgiving holiday.  Between Friday, Nov. 22, 2019 and Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019 — the traditional Thanksgiving holiday travel period — DFW will accommodate, on average, more than 208,000 passengers per day. While…MORE

MedStar Sponsoring Holiday Toy Drive for Fort Worth Shelter

MedStar Sponsoring Holiday Toy Drive for Fort Worth Shelter

FORT WORTH  (WBAP/KLIF News) – MedStar is asking North Texans to help brighten the holidays for children in need this year. The Tarrant County ambulance service is sponsoring a toy drive for the children of One Safe Place, a Fort Worth shelter for families dealing with domestic violence. MedStar is planning to fill its AMBUS…MORE

[VIDEO] A Parker County Couple Wants Their Baby Jesus Back

[VIDEO] A Parker County Couple Wants Their Baby Jesus Back

Parker County, Texas (WBAP/KLIF) – A Parker county couple wants their baby Jesus back. It was stolen from Oliver and Pamela Washburn’s front yard hours after being displayed. The Washburns told WFAA that their home security camera was mounted right above the manger. They described the suspect as a woman in her early 20s wearing…MORE