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For nearly 75 years WFAA has been serving the community of North Texas. From the groundbreaking 24-hour live coverage of the Kennedy assassination to 24-hour continuous Facebook Lives, WFAA has led the charge in innovation and leadership in all forms of media. As North Texas changes, we change with it. Our products have evolved to go beyond “the news” to include original digital content, programmi

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In 1952, during the worst polio outbreak in U.S. history, 57,000 people were infected, 21,000 paralyzed and 3,000 dead, ...
24/01/2025

In 1952, during the worst polio outbreak in U.S. history, 57,000 people were infected, 21,000 paralyzed and 3,000 dead, most of them children.

The search to find a vaccine to prevent polio took many years and countless experiments before the disease was eventually eradicated in the United States.

Abbott is requesting $11.1 billion for efforts from 2022 to 2025. He blamed former President Joe Biden's policies for le...
24/01/2025

Abbott is requesting $11.1 billion for efforts from 2022 to 2025. He blamed former President Joe Biden's policies for leaving "Texas and the rest of America defenseless" against immigrants.

The governor said that Texas incurred costs for border walls, military support and transportation that should have been covered by the U.S.

The Regional Transportation Council approved funding in preparation for a possible lawsuit from Dallas developer Ray Hun...
24/01/2025

The Regional Transportation Council approved funding in preparation for a possible lawsuit from Dallas developer Ray Hunt and his companies.

Police said power was shut off for the safety of crews after workers came into contact with a high-voltage line near a p...
24/01/2025

Police said power was shut off for the safety of crews after workers came into contact with a high-voltage line near a power substation.

According to reports, the Texans won't be bringing back their offensive coordinator and their offensive line coach for n...
24/01/2025

According to reports, the Texans won't be bringing back their offensive coordinator and their offensive line coach for next season.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEVO! 🎂 Bevo XV made his debut in 2016, following the death of Bevo XIV, who served as the Longhorns' mas...
24/01/2025

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEVO! 🎂 Bevo XV made his debut in 2016, following the death of Bevo XIV, who served as the Longhorns' mascot from 2004 to 2015.

Bevo XV made his debut in 2016, following the death of Bevo XIV, who served as the Longhorns' mascot from 2004 to 2015.

VERIFY readers Laurie and DJ emailed us to ask if President Trump's executive orders removed a $35 cap on insulin. That'...
24/01/2025

VERIFY readers Laurie and DJ emailed us to ask if President Trump's executive orders removed a $35 cap on insulin. That's false.

Despite online claims, President Donald Trump’s executive orders did not include removing Medicare’s $35 monthly out-of-pocket price cap, which is set by law.

Four Texas-based teams made the list.
24/01/2025

Four Texas-based teams made the list.

Four Texas-based teams made the list and one of them landed in the No. 1 spot.

SCHOOL VOUCHERS: Texas Senate unveils its plan to create private school voucher program 📚
24/01/2025

SCHOOL VOUCHERS: Texas Senate unveils its plan to create private school voucher program 📚

The bill would provide families with $10,000 a year per student in taxpayer dollars to fund their children’s tuition at an accredited private school.

The latest update describes being "inadequately clothed" as "see-through clothing; not adequately covered; exposed breas...
24/01/2025

The latest update describes being "inadequately clothed" as "see-through clothing; not adequately covered; exposed breasts, buttocks, or other private parts."

Some of the updates give examples for already-existing rules, but new restrictions on 'lewd' tattoos and body art are a new addition.

The steady rise in attendance highlights the museum's commitment to celebrating the legacy of Dr Pepper.
24/01/2025

The steady rise in attendance highlights the museum's commitment to celebrating the legacy of Dr Pepper.

More than 250,000 people visited the Waco museum in 2024, bringing the lifetime total to more than 3 million since its opening in 1991.

BREAKING: Broadway Dallas has unveiled its 2025-26 season lineup, featuring six Dallas premieres and beloved classics.
24/01/2025

BREAKING: Broadway Dallas has unveiled its 2025-26 season lineup, featuring six Dallas premieres and beloved classics.

Broadway Dallas unveiled its 2025-26 season lineup, featuring six Dallas premieres and beloved classics.

Seattle Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba was in his hometown of Rockwall, Texas, to award $20,000 in scholarships to high sc...
24/01/2025

Seattle Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba was in his hometown of Rockwall, Texas, to award $20,000 in scholarships to high schoolers.

24/01/2025

LIVE WEATHER: Temps are on the climb as rain chances enter North Texas. The latest update with Meteorologist Mariel Ruiz. TXU Energy

The Dallas Cowboys faced a challenging 2024 season, leading to Mike McCarthy's departure as head coach.
24/01/2025

The Dallas Cowboys faced a challenging 2024 season, leading to Mike McCarthy's departure as head coach.

Pete Carroll won't be coaching the Cowboys. Despite recent talks with Jerry Jones, Carroll is taking a different job, re...
24/01/2025

Pete Carroll won't be coaching the Cowboys. Despite recent talks with Jerry Jones, Carroll is taking a different job, reports say.

According to WFAA Sports Anchor Joe Trahan, these discussions were informal.

American Airlines reported a $590 million profit in the fourth quarter.
24/01/2025

American Airlines reported a $590 million profit in the fourth quarter.

A group is gathering this weekend at Jesuit College Prep Dove Fieldhouse to take donations. MORE INFO ⬇️⬇️⬇️
24/01/2025

A group is gathering this weekend at Jesuit College Prep Dove Fieldhouse to take donations. MORE INFO ⬇️⬇️⬇️

The group is gathering Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Jesuit College Prep Dove Fieldhouse to take donations from 8 a.m. to noon.

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Do these logos look the same? 🤔 Popular Texas gas station Buc-ee’s is suing North Texas-based Super Fuels over their dog logo, alleging trademark infringement. Buc-ee’s’ logo is a beaver but they argue Super Fuels’ logo is confusing for customers.

Friday FB LIVE 1/24/25
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LIVE WEATHER: Temps are on the climb as rain chances enter North Texas. The latest update with Meteorologist Mariel Ruiz. TXU Energy

“I’LL MAKE YOUR STUPID CAKE”: A North Texas baker has been outspoken against Trump. Now, Haley Popp of Hive Bakery says Trump supporters are crank calling her shop, placing orders for cakes they don’t want and harassing her.

“I just started crying in my seat” | Hannah White broke down in her seat on a delayed flight from DFW to see her dying mother. She was going to miss her connecting flight. Then something extraordinary happened. ❤️ (🎙️: Natalie Haddad) STORY: https://www.wfaa.com/article/life/heartwarming/delta-airlines-crew-viral-kindness/287-b36ebcad-c513-4cfe-a27a-5994b04f2c50

COWBOYS ANALYSIS 🏈 Who will Jerry Jones hire as his next head coach? When the decision is made, watch instant reaction on WFAA+, free on Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV. Details: https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/nfl/cowboys/cowboys-coaching-search-how-to-watch-analysis-wfaa-after-hire/287-462b0edd-508d-4022-9cb2-b6d6ce98896e

EERIE ENCOUNTER: A stranger wearing a satanic man while holding a “Revelation 20: 1-15” sign was captured by a family’s doorbell camera in Carrollton. Read the full story at the link in bio.

During an hours-long news conference Tuesday President Trump said he has a “warm spot” in his heart for TikTok. This comes one day after he signed an executive order to keep TikTok operating for at least 75 days.

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