FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – Among the dozens of emergency personnel making their way south to respond to the effects of Hurricane Harvey, emergency service provider MedStar is sending the AMBUS, a hospital on wheels to respond. MedStar’s Matt Zavadsky said they have seven uniquely trained personnel inside the bus that have the capability to triage…… MORE
Yearly Archives: 2017
Insurers Making Preparations for Harvey
RICHARDSON (WBAP/KLIF) – Home insurer State Farm is sending an army of personnel and equipment in preparation for the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Chris Pilcic with State Farm said adjusters are on stand-by in Dallas and Austin along with six ready response RV’s to assist in the processing of claims. “These storms are emotionally, physically…… MORE
Salvation Army Accepting Donations for Hurricane Harvey Victims
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – As the victims of Hurricane Harvey start the process of rebuilding their lives once the storm has passed, The Salvation Army wants citizens to know there is an easy way to help them. The organization’s Alvin Migues said they’re currently accepting cash donations. He said most people think of donating clothing or…… MORE
University of Texas sued over removal of Confederate statues in Austin
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — The University of Texas is being sued by the Sons of Confederate Veterans over the removal of four statues at UT Austin. The lawsuit charges the statues were illegally taken down under cover of darkness one week after the violence in Charlottesville, Va. UT President Greg Fenves said it was done…… MORE
4th Suspect Arrested in DART Attack
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – DART has arrested a fourth suspect in connection with the July 30th assault of a customer at the Deep Ellum Station. 20 year old Cameron Hendrix was arrested late Thursday afternoon in Downtown Dallas. Hendrix is the brother of two other suspects. A total of four suspects are now in custody for…… MORE
Earthquake with 3.1 Magnitude Hits Irving, Felt Throughout Metroplex
Irving (WBAP/KLIF) – The U.S. Geological Survey reports a 3.1 magnitude earthquake struck Friday morning in Irving near the old Texas Stadium site. The USGS says it was centered five kilometers deep. So far there are no reports of damage, but many residents say it was impossible to ignore. “The whole house was shaking,” said…… MORE
Gasoline prices rise as Hurricane Harvey approaches
Undated (WBAP/KLIF) – Gasoline prices are rising across the state as Hurricane Harvey approaches the Texas gulf coast. Half of the nation’s refineries are located along the coast, and most of them will shut down as the storm approaches. The price of gasoline on the futures market increased by a nickel a gallon when the…… MORE
Corpus Christi babies evacuated to Fort Worth
Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – A group of critically ill babies from Corpus Christi are being cared for at Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth. They were flown in on the hospital’s medical jets Thursday night from Corpus Christi ahead of Hurricane Harvey, and are now housed in Cook Children’s intensive care unit. Hospital officials…… MORE
Governor says President Trump has pledged federal resources for hurricane prep
Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott has talked with President Trump about preparations for the onslaught of Hurricane Harvey. He says the president has pledged all available resources of the federal government to help with preparations. The Governor says evacuation orders need to be followed because those who ignore them may find themselves trapped by…… MORE
Driver who may have caused a church bus crash pleads not guilty
New Braunfels (WBAP/KLIF) – The 20 year old driver of the pickup truck involved in the New Braunfels area church bus crash last march has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. Jack Dillon Young faces 13 counts of intoxication manslaughter, as well as several other criminal charges. Legal experts say his not guilty…… MORE
