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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

Man With Life Sentence Freed

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

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