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State Rep. Frederick Frazier expected to plead no contest to misdemeanor charges; Stretch of I-635 named after Mesquite police officer killed in line of duty two years ago; ‘The News' and KRLD will host free community discussion about fentanyl in North Texas; Post Malone unveils Dallas Cowboys-themed streetwear line Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New plans revealed for a $325 million Trinity River park; NFL LB Von Miller turns himself in on allegations of assaulting pregnant woman in Dallas; Woman who says Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is her father refiles defamation lawsuit; Texas sues Pfizer for overstating COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness; and the Dallas Cowboys beat the Seattle Seahawks 41-35 at AT&T Stadium last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does mac and cheese belong on a holiday table? How many people does it take to spatchcock a turkey? Are hot Cheetos the best way to jazz up cottage cheese? And what the heck is a Sandy Pickle? The Dallas Morning News food team asks the important questions about holiday cooking, viral food trends, breakfast ideas and the latest news on the Dallas restaurant scene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dallas Mavericks governor Mark Cuban is in the process of selling his majority interest in the franchise, more than two decades after his purchase; A judge has reopened a lawsuit between the Dallas County Juvenile Department and county commissioners; state officials are reducing the speed limits on several highways in Southeast Texas; Shoppers in Texas haven't been spending like they did last year heading into the holiday season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Cuban in process of selling significant percentage of Mavericks to Miriam Adelson; Fort Worth City Council approves $3.5 million settlement for Atatiana Jefferson's nephew; Future of abortion ban exemptions lies with Texas Supreme Court after oral arguments; Meet Bailey, the Dallas Mavericks' emotional support dog: A breed unto her own in the NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the Cowboys' pursuit of Shaq Leonard [6:15], the former Colts linebacker, and Jerry Jones' desire to keep him out of the hands of the Eagles. David analyzes DaRon Bland's record-breaking season and his chances, alongside Micah Parsons, at Defensive Player of the Year. [25:30] Evan gives us the latest on the upcoming Winter Meetings and whether the Rangers are ready to make another big play, and [37:15] Kevin lays out how the Aggies finally came up with Mike Elko as their football coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Supreme Court takes up challenge to state's abortion ban Tuesday; New details emerge in crash that killed Fort Worth CEO, two children on Thanksgiving Eve; First freeze of the season hits North Texas. How long will this cold weather last?; ‘Full circle': Dallas Zoo names Zoo Knoxville's Lisa New next CEO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medoc Health Services' owners used local doctors and pharmacies to bill government health insurance programs millions of dollars for pain creams patients didn't want; Texas has become the bitcoin mining capital of the US; and Dak Prescott and girlfriend Sarah Jane Ramos will welcome a baby girl soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special guest Bridget Lancaster of America's Test Kitchen joins Eat Drink D-FW to share her Thanksgiving traditions and cooking advice for turkey, sides and her “favorite beverage”: turkey gravy. She discusses how much butter to use for the silkiest mashed potatoes, why spatchcocking turkey is best for saving time and space, and how make-ahead dishes are the ultimate holiday hack. Stick around as the team also discusses a food and restaurant boom in Farmers Branch, the return of the wine bar, and a holiday cookie hack from a listener. Happy Thanksgiving! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tentative trial date set in sexual assault lawsuit against Cowboys owner Jerry Jones; Senator John Cornyn wants no part of bid to defeat Texas lawmakers who killed voucherlike plan; and Dallas tries to tackle affordable housing problem using data it doesn't track Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore briefly discuss [00:43] the Cowboys' win over the Panthers, including DaRon Bland's record-tying fourth pick-six. But they spend most of their time on the news of the day: Jerry Jones putting Jimmy Johnson in the Ring of Honor. They explain why it took so long and why Jerry's doing it now. [25:03] Evan lays out the case for Adrian Beltre to be a first ballot Hall of Famer. [46:14] Kevin analyzes the opening at Texas A&M and why the Aggies need to worry about a good football coach first and a cultural fit second. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Capital murder suspect fired 20 rounds at police with use of converter device, chief says; Texas State University lands initial 2024 presidential debate, the state's first ever; and you can now get your doughnut fix at VooDoo in Dallas. For more on today's stories and for the latest breaking news, visit dallasnews.com. And don't forget to check out The Dallas Morning News Rewards program for our virtual events. For more info on upcoming events, please visit rewards.dallasnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abbott endorses Trump at border amid uproar over plans for mass deportation of migrants; Arlington officers fatally shoot man who approached them with gun in hand, police say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House education chief tries to pass Texas school choice bill with shrinking wad of cash; ‘Terror on repeat': What a national project says about the AR-15′s carnage in Texas; How much does private school cost in Texas? School choice battle reignites debate on cost; Worrying signs for the health of North Texas kids emerge, but some bright spots too Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dallas Morning News food team is split over recent viral food trends, including Thanksgiving Sushi, which features chicken skin and cranberry sauce, and a Georgia restaurant fining parents for unruly kids. But the team is really into holiday drinks right now, like classic champagne cocktails, festive non-alcoholic options, and why savory cocktails might be the best new trend. Parmesan or kimchi in your martini, anyone? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seven more women sue Texas over abortion laws; Fairfield Lake property including former park land worth $418.3M, commissioners decide; Love Field among the worst airports for TSA wait times at the holidays; What does MLB's uncertain future with Bally Sports mean for Texas Rangers in 2024, beyond? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whistleblower suit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton can move forward, court rules; In reversal, Sherman High School students get their ‘Oklahoma!' roles back; Dallas to consider street name change to Santos Rodriguez, 12-year-old killed by cop; Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch ruled out for year, putting rest of career in jeopardy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [00:52] the Cowboys' big win over the hapless, helpless, hopeless Giants. Is Dak Prescott really an MVP candidate? Will the debate change when he wins a close game against a good team? Or does he have to win it all? David provides an update on Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch's season and perhaps career. [25:11] Evan outlines the Rangers' roster questions and what it feels like to cover a world champ. And [45:50] Kevin lays out the surreal saga of Jimbo Fisher and his high-paying exit from Texas A&M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Burgess won't seek 12th term, leaving a third open U.S. House seat in North Texas; Dallas may eliminate residents' right to petition to shut down harmful businesses; Mother who says court faked eviction hearing notice still waiting for justice; Flying out for Thanksgiving? Here are the busiest days at Dallas-area airports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

D-FW Catholics react to the removal of Tyler bishop; Plane crashes into a car in McKinney while attempting emergency landing; Texas A&M fires head coach Jimbo Fisher, set to pay record buyout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evacuation, decontaminations after ‘unknown substance' mailed to Texas AG's office; Man who shot, killed Dallas hospital medical workers guilty of capital murder; Senate Judiciary adjourns with no subpoena for Harlan Crow on gifts to Clarence Thomas; Now World Series champs, could Rangers add to trophy case by landing Shohei Ohtani? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How much pie is the food team going to make this Thanksgiving? They have some big holiday aspirations, but they also have tips on how to slow down and really be thankful for whatever you happen to make, be it traditional turkey, Mexican cochinita pibil, or a British berry tart. They've also got holiday hacks, plus behind-the-scenes news on Shug's Bagels, Restaurant Beatrice, and where the Texas Rangers celebrated their big World Series win. (Hint: It was a steakhouse.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dallas approves $900K settlement after detective didn't hand over evidence in murder case; Dallas approves $900K settlement after detective didn't hand over evidence in murder case; Why was a transgender Texas teen removed from his lead role in a school musical?; Beloved Dallas brunch spot is back and bigger than ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:43] the Cowboys' inability to pull out a winnable game on the road in Philadelphia. Kevin and David [25:30] take a look at Dak Prescott's culpability. The guys marvel over the Rangers' ability to turn their regular-season weaknesses — bullpen and road issues — into strengths in the playoffs. Kevin says the difference between this World Series team and the Rangers' previous iterations was the World Series experience of Corey Seager, Nathan Eovaldi and, specifically, Bruce Bochy. Evan outlines the next steps for the Rangers and [45:40] David tells us why the Mavs are off to such a good start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues whistleblowers, wins temporary halt to litigation; What to know about the trial for the man accused in the Dallas Methodist hospital shooting; Inside the nationwide web of activists helping Texans get abortions; Shoplifting up 73% in Dallas as retailers rush to put merchandise out of reach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Man pleads guilty, sentenced to 48 years in prison for Dallas murder of Muhlaysia Booker; Dallas City Council to now weigh in on upcoming $1.1 billion bond package; Dallas police officer arrested on family violence, unlawful restraint charges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Senate meets without voting on border security bill, likely killing bill — for now; Fort Worth proposes $3.5 million settlement in Atatiana Jefferson lawsuit; 2023 Texas summer was the second-hottest on record. Is this the new normal?; Cowboys push Eagles to the brink, fall in matchup of NFC East rivals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers World Series parade: Know before you go, plus parking, road closures and more; No school for some North Texas students after Rangers' World Series win; Governor Abbott travels to Israel to show solidarity with Israelis during war with Hamas; ACM Awards returning to The Star in Frisco for second year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Texas Rangers won 5-0 in game 5 to win their first World Series title in franchise history; SouthWest Airlines looking at DFW International Airport; GOP representative Kay Granger announced her retirement; House Bill 4 passed the committee on a 3-2 party-line vote; and one of the largest showroom campuses in Dallas' Design District has just sold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rangers beat Arizona 11-7 last night to take a 3-1 lead in the World Series; a defamation lawsuit against Cowboys' Jerry Jones partially dismissed but can move forward; School choice deal struck in Texas? Abbott says yes; Why is there no mass public transportation to get to the World Series in Arlington?; Senate Judiciary Committee set to subpoena Harlan Crow over gifts to Clarence Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cyberhackers report stealing Dallas County data; Mother charged with murder in investigation of missing 6-year-old Everman boy; RSV cases reach 2023 high at Children's Health as cold and flu season gets strong start; Van Duyne calls three Texas Democrats ‘extremists' for shunning pro-Israel resolution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers in need of a few pitching miracles as World Series heads to Arizona; Arlington man pleads guilty to assaulting police officer during January 6th Capitol riot; the Cowboys dominated in blowout victory over the Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas House passes border security bills after heated marathon session; Storms dumped 6 inches of rain in North Texas overnight. Is more wet weather coming soon?; Family sues UT System after man's death in Dallas hospital police custody ruled a homicide; Airfares already soaring for World Series-bound travelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Johnson elected House speaker, ending 3-week paralysis; Flooding possible in Dallas-Fort Worth area through Thursday; Southwest Airlines, flight attendants reach tentative deal on new contract; H.E.R. to perform national anthem at World Series Game 1 in Arlington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5,000 union workers at Arlington GM plant walk out as UAW escalates strike; Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Biden administration over cutting of border razor wire fencing; World Series merch: Fans have a huge appetite and stores are filling shelves fast; How long will the rain chances last? A look at the North Texas weather forecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Security guard says Dallas officers knelt on him, mistook him for violent crime suspect; Texas lawmakers advance bill for more border wall funding requested by Gov. Greg Abbott; Meet the 9 Republicans who want to be House speaker; and the Rangers are heading to the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Texas judge doesn't want to marry gay couples and the Supreme Court will soon hear her case; Nine Republicans vie for House speaker, including Texas' Pete Sessions; Bright light': Teen who died at North Texas track meet mourned by school family, friends; and the Texas Rangers forced a game 7 in the ALCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer heat cost Texas' economy $24 billion, Dallas Fed says; $15K teacher bonus? Texas Dems unveil plan but House, Gov. Abbott in standoff on education; Solicitors general depart AG Ken Paxton's office after defending him at impeachment trial; Bad Bunny announces 2 Dallas concerts as part of ‘Most Wanted Tour' in 2024; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Metal detector contractor at State Fair of Texas defends system in wake of shooting; Dallas commissioners call immigration bill racist, outrageous; Dallas' homeless program places more than 2,700 people in housing; Former Tarrant elections boss will fill same role in Dallas County Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Still no House speaker as 20 GOP holdouts stymie Jim Jordan; A potentially improperly zoned, foul-smelling plant in southwest Dallas is shutting down Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alleged State Fair of Texas shooter told police he acted in self-defense, affidavit says; the Rangers up 2-0 in the ALCS; the Cowboys win in L.A., Texas National Guard members are installing razor wire along Texas-New Mexico border; Texans will vote on 14 propositions in next month's constitutional amendment election Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Undeterred State Fair of Texas attendees file into Fair Park a day after shooting; Human remains found in Mesquite near where missing Dallas ISD assistant's car was located; Allred blows past Gutierrez 20-1 in donations as Texas Democrats try to unseat Cruz; Texas employers are cutting over 1,400 jobs, with the ax falling heavily in D-FW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Super Bowl champion, former Cowboys fullback Walt Garrison dies at 79; Palestinians in D-FW criticize public response to Israel-Hamas war; Dallas ordinance limiting hours for strip clubs, adult stores held up in federal court; Move aside, ComicCon: ChosenCon is coming to Dallas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fort Worth ISD elementary school staff member shot and killed in campus parking lot; Dallas revises controversial prostitution ordinance to begin enforcement again; Timberview High School unveils ‘calm room' for students to self-regulate their emotions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

School choice proposal for Texas advances on party-line vote by Senate panel; Goldman Sachs' new Dallas campus is underway; McKinney residents want downtown historical character preserved; and the Rangers swept their way to the ALCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dallas pastor, interfaith group flee Israel after Hamas attack; Texas AG Ken Paxton to file doxing complaints against House impeachment managers; Piggly Wiggly could make a big comeback in Texas; Where do the Cowboys go from here?; and the Rangers look to close out Baltimore tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices