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There's Thanksgiving trouble for a popular Texas turkey supplier: hundreds of smoked birds are stuck in a shipping delay.
Turkey trouble: Texas supplier says hundreds of birds may not get delivered in time for Thanksgiving
Greenberg Smoked Turkey, Inc. in Tyler, Texas, said turkeys bound for North Texans got stuck in a FedEx facility in Hutchins.
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November 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM
There's Thanksgiving trouble for a popular Texas turkey supplier: hundreds of smoked birds are stuck in a shipping delay.
From the dump to a dream. Artist Joaquin Soto turned discarded scraps into a soaring phoenix, now on display in Grand Prairie — a symbol of his own journey and the power of second chances.
Built using garbage, sculptor's work is a beacon of hope
An immigrant, Joaquin Soto has built a successful sculpting career
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November 27, 2025 at 4:30 AM
From the dump to a dream. Artist Joaquin Soto turned discarded scraps into a soaring phoenix, now on display in Grand Prairie — a symbol of his own journey and the power of second chances.
Medicare open enrollment is underway — and big changes are coming for Texas patients. From new pre-authorization rules to AI-assisted claim reviews, here’s what could affect your care next year.
Some Medicare procedures in Texas will now need pre-authorization starting next year
The state is part of a pilot program that will incentivize reviewers who deny certain services deemed wasteful or inappropriate.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Medicare open enrollment is underway — and big changes are coming for Texas patients. From new pre-authorization rules to AI-assisted claim reviews, here’s what could affect your care next year.
FUN FACT: Adolescent brain development continues until about age 32, far longer than scientists previously understood.
When does your brain stop developing? New study reveals 5 phases of brain aging
The human brain moves through five distinct structural phases over a lifetime, according to new research.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:30 AM
FUN FACT: Adolescent brain development continues until about age 32, far longer than scientists previously understood.
WFAA asked travelers what they are grateful for. Here's what they said.
WFAA asked travelers what they are grateful for. Here's what they said.
Amid the crowds and the chaos of holiday travel, Love Field offered something else: a moment of reflection
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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM
WFAA asked travelers what they are grateful for. Here's what they said.
The Wolfs have been volunteering with DAS’ doggy daycation program since 2024, giving dogs short trips outside the overcapacity shelter to help them decompress and get noticed. And every dog they've taken out so far has been adopted.
Volunteer couple takes shelter dogs on 'daycations' — and it's leading to adoptions
The couple takes each dog to dog-friendly spots around Dallas, giving them short trips outside the overcapacity shelter to help them decompress and get noticed.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
The Wolfs have been volunteering with DAS’ doggy daycation program since 2024, giving dogs short trips outside the overcapacity shelter to help them decompress and get noticed. And every dog they've taken out so far has been adopted.
A West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.
West Virginia parents can cite religious beliefs to opt out of school vaccines, judge says
A West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children. Raleigh County Circuit Judge...
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November 27, 2025 at 2:00 AM
A West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.
💛 This Thanksgiving, we’re sharing a story overflowing with gratitude and new beginnings. This year, Have’Ana and Layla are celebrating their first Thanksgiving with their forever family. And the joy doesn’t stop there!
A Thanksgiving blessing: Sisters featured on Wednesday’s Child adopted into forever family
A year after being featured, two sisters were adopted, and now their new family is adopting their biological sister too, reuniting all three siblings.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:30 AM
💛 This Thanksgiving, we’re sharing a story overflowing with gratitude and new beginnings. This year, Have’Ana and Layla are celebrating their first Thanksgiving with their forever family. And the joy doesn’t stop there!
A shuttle bus was traveling from Fort Worth to Eagle Pass when the wreck unfolded, killing several inside, including the 50-year-old driver. Police announced a 19-year-old suspect has been arrested.
SAPD arrests suspected driver of San Antonio highway crash that left 5 dead in July
A shuttle bus was traveling from Fort Worth to Eagle Pass when the wreck unfolded, killing several inside, including the 50-year-old driver.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A shuttle bus was traveling from Fort Worth to Eagle Pass when the wreck unfolded, killing several inside, including the 50-year-old driver. Police announced a 19-year-old suspect has been arrested.
About 15,000 people will pack Downtown Dallas on Thanksgiving morning for the annual YMCA Turkey Trot. Here is every street that will be affected.
Dallas Turkey Trot: What streets are closing and when
Starting at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving, the event is expected to bring 15,000 people, and will impact traffic around Downtown, Deep Ellum and Oak Cliff.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:30 AM
About 15,000 people will pack Downtown Dallas on Thanksgiving morning for the annual YMCA Turkey Trot. Here is every street that will be affected.
Klyde Warren Park is growing! Here's when developers could break ground on the expansion.
Klyde Warren Park expansion could break ground next year
Recent Park Board filings show the budget for the project rose significantly.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Klyde Warren Park is growing! Here's when developers could break ground on the expansion.
Nearly 2 million tickets have already been sold for next year's World Cup, FIFA said Wednesday ahead of next week's Final Draw.
FIFA announces nearly 2 million tickets sold ahead of World Cup final draw
FIFA has announced that nearly 2 million tickets have been sold for next year's World Cup. The U.S., Canada and Mexico will host the tournament.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Nearly 2 million tickets have already been sold for next year's World Cup, FIFA said Wednesday ahead of next week's Final Draw.
UPDATE | A former Celina ISD coach and teacher is facing a fourth charge for a sexual crime against a child as the number of alleged victims rises.
New charge against former Celina ISD coach; number of alleged victims rises to 39, police say
Celina PD has filed a fourth charge against former coach William Caleb Elliott, as the alleged victims reach 39.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:31 PM
UPDATE | A former Celina ISD coach and teacher is facing a fourth charge for a sexual crime against a child as the number of alleged victims rises.
A Fort Worth tradition is returning this Friday after a brief hiatus due to a disease outbreak affecting horses.
Fort Worth cattle drive returning Friday after hiatus due to equine virus
The cattle drive has been on pause since Nov. 20 following the equine virus outbreak.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:30 PM
A Fort Worth tradition is returning this Friday after a brief hiatus due to a disease outbreak affecting horses.
Hong Kong officials said 36 people were reported killed in a fire that spread through a dense high-rise residential housing complex on Wednesday.
3 arrested in Hong Kong, as a high-rise fire leaves at least 36 dead and 279 reported missing
Hong Kong leader John Lee has said 36 people were reported killed in a fire that spread through a dense high-rise residential housing complex on Wednesday.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Hong Kong officials said 36 people were reported killed in a fire that spread through a dense high-rise residential housing complex on Wednesday.
Federal health officials say 37 babies in 17 states have been sickened in an infant botulism outbreak tied to contaminated formula.
More than 3 dozen sickened in infant botulism outbreak tied to contaminated formula
Federal health officials say 37 babies in 17 states have been sickened in an infant botulism outbreak tied to contaminated formula. ByHeart recalled all of its...
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November 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Federal health officials say 37 babies in 17 states have been sickened in an infant botulism outbreak tied to contaminated formula.
One woman died and four others were injured early Wednesday morning in a mobile home fire in Lewisville, officials say.
Woman killed, 4 others injured Wednesday morning in Lewisville mobile home fire, officials say
All five occupants were taken to local hospitals, including one child, according to officials.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
One woman died and four others were injured early Wednesday morning in a mobile home fire in Lewisville, officials say.
Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more.
A slate of new Texas laws go into effect December and January. Here’s what to watch.
Laws include restricting transgender people’s access to public bathrooms, allowing lawsuits against abortion pill providers, and replacement of the STAAR test.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more.
FedEx will "discontinue operation" of a facility in North Texas next year, leading to hundreds of employees being laid off, according to a WARN letter filed with the state.
FedEx 'discontinuing operation' of a North Texas facility, will lay off hundreds of employees
The employees will be laid off in phases starting in January, according to filings with the state.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
FedEx will "discontinue operation" of a facility in North Texas next year, leading to hundreds of employees being laid off, according to a WARN letter filed with the state.
ENGAGEMENT NEWS 💍Former Dallas Cowboys and University of Texas linebacker Malik Jefferson is joining a legendary Dallas football family.
Former Dallas Cowboys, Longhorns linebacker from North Texas marrying daughter of Cowboys legend
The Mesquite Poteet and University of Texas standout is marrying into a legendary Dallas football family.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
ENGAGEMENT NEWS 💍Former Dallas Cowboys and University of Texas linebacker Malik Jefferson is joining a legendary Dallas football family.
Rain is expected to move in this weekend, impacting holiday travel and activities and bringing in cooler temperatures.
Here's what to know for Saturday's WFAA Weather Impact Alert Day: https://www.wfaa.com/article/weather/dfw-weather-dallas-texas-forecast/287-415d7f3d-cd47-48c1-a343-517164062cfa
Here's what to know for Saturday's WFAA Weather Impact Alert Day: https://www.wfaa.com/article/weather/dfw-weather-dallas-texas-forecast/287-415d7f3d-cd47-48c1-a343-517164062cfa
November 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Rain is expected to move in this weekend, impacting holiday travel and activities and bringing in cooler temperatures.
Here's what to know for Saturday's WFAA Weather Impact Alert Day: https://www.wfaa.com/article/weather/dfw-weather-dallas-texas-forecast/287-415d7f3d-cd47-48c1-a343-517164062cfa
Here's what to know for Saturday's WFAA Weather Impact Alert Day: https://www.wfaa.com/article/weather/dfw-weather-dallas-texas-forecast/287-415d7f3d-cd47-48c1-a343-517164062cfa
Here are stores that will be open in North Texas for those last-minute grocery store runs on Thanksgiving.
Which grocery stores are open in North Texas on Thanksgiving? What are their hours?
Here are stores that are open for those last-minute grocery store runs on Thanksgiving.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Here are stores that will be open in North Texas for those last-minute grocery store runs on Thanksgiving.
A North Texas mom refused to let cancer take her identity — so she reclaimed it with a henna crown and a year of grit.
Finding strength in a henna crown: A North Texan’s fight against cancer
Facing invasive ductal carcinoma, Katheryn Stephenson defies breast cancer's toll by embracing personal strength & reclaiming identity through a powerful henna crown
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November 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM
A North Texas mom refused to let cancer take her identity — so she reclaimed it with a henna crown and a year of grit.
One of the biggest rivalries in college football rises from the ashes on Friday, putting all eyes on the Longhorns and Aggies as they battle to stay in the playoff picture.
The Texas-sized stage is set — and the stakes couldn’t be higher
The ultimate Southwestern Conference rivalry has been reborn in the SEC, and the Aggies and Longhorns potentially have the postseason on the line.
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November 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
One of the biggest rivalries in college football rises from the ashes on Friday, putting all eyes on the Longhorns and Aggies as they battle to stay in the playoff picture.
As Season 34 of "Dancing with the Stars" came to an end Tuesday night, here's what reports say dancers are getting paid for the final episodes.
How much do celebrities get paid for 'Dancing with the Stars'?
Pay for those on "Dancing with the Stars" varies by position and length of time on the show.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As Season 34 of "Dancing with the Stars" came to an end Tuesday night, here's what reports say dancers are getting paid for the final episodes.