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 (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
Man With Life Sentence Freed
HOUSTON (AP) – A Houston man serving a life sentence for a 2010 fatal stabbing has been freed on bond while authorities reinvestigate his case, including new DNA evidence that his lawyers say exonerates him. Lydell Grant was convicted in 2012 and sentenced to life in prison for the killing of Aaron Scheerhoorn outside a…… MORE
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 (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