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Tornado Watch Issued by NWS

Tornado Watch Issued by NWS

(WBAP/KLIF) — The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a Tornado Watch for portions ofSoutheast Oklahoma Central and Northeast Texas. Effective this Friday morning and evening from 10:10 AM until6:00 PM CDT. Primary threats include… A few tornadoes possible Scattered large hail and isolated very large hail events to 2.5inches in diameter possible…MORE

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for North Texas

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for North Texas

(WBAP/KLIF) — The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeastern Somervell County in north central Texas…Western Johnson County in north central Texas…East central Hood County in north central Texas… Other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include Briaroaks, Nemo, Rainbow, Egan, and Lillian. This includes Interstate 35W between mile markers…MORE

Cowboys Get Oklahoma Offensive Lineman Tyler Guyton After Trading Down in NFL Draft

Cowboys Get Oklahoma Offensive Lineman Tyler Guyton After Trading Down in NFL Draft

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys have taken Oklahoma offensive lineman Tyler Guyton with the 29th pick in the NFL draft. Dallas traded down five spots while targeting a group that lost two starters to free agency. Guyton played mostly right tackle in two seasons with the Sooners. Dallas lost eight-time Pro Bowl left…MORE

Harvey Weinstein’s Rape Conviction is Overturned by New York’s Top Court

Harvey Weinstein’s Rape Conviction is Overturned by New York’s Top Court

NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s highest court has overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction and ordered a new trial. The Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that the judge at the disgraced movie mogul’s landmark #MeToo trial prejudiced him with improper rulings. That included letting women testify about allegations that weren’t part of the case.…MORE

SCOTUS Seems Skeptical of Trump’s Claims of Absolute Immunity

SCOTUS Seems Skeptical of Trump’s Claims of Absolute Immunity

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court seems highly skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution. But it’s possible Trump could still benefit from a lengthy trial delay, possibly beyond November’s election. Chief Justice John Roberts was among at least five members of the court Thursday who appeared likely to reject…MORE

Southwest to Cut Some Service After First Quarter Losses

Southwest to Cut Some Service After First Quarter Losses

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) Fort Worth-based American and Dallas-based Southwest airlines both say they lost money in the first quarter, and they’re responding by trying to cut costs. Southwest said Thursday it will limit hiring, offer voluntary time off to employees, and stop service to four airports after losing $231 million in the first quarter. Southwest plans…MORE

The Student Shot Outside Bowie High School in Arlington Has Been Identified

The Student Shot Outside Bowie High School in Arlington Has Been Identified

A 17 year old suspect is in custody following a shooting outside Bowie High School Wednesday afternoon that resulted in the death of 18 year old Etavion Barnes, who was a student at the school. Arlington ISD superintendent Dr. Matt Smith issued the following statement: Arlington ISD has canceled classes at Bowie High School for…MORE

Governor Abbott Says School Choice is a Win-Win for Parents

Governor Abbott Says School Choice is a Win-Win for Parents

(WBAP/KLIF) — One of the hottest issues that continues to swirl around the state centers on Texas school children. That has those on both sides of the aisle questioning whether the governor’s School Choice initiative can really work. Meanwhile, Governor Greg Abbott continues to champion his effort to implement school choice into the Lone Star…MORE

USPS Gets Tough on Mail Crime

USPS Gets Tough on Mail Crime

(WBAP/KLIF) — In the wake of a rise in violence against postal carriers, the U.S. Postal Service has instituted the Safe Delivery program to promote employee safety. According to Postal Inspector Sean Smith, 15,000 high security collection boxes have been installed in the DFW area and across the country. He says the program is beginning…MORE