Yearly Archives: 2017

UPDATE: Arlington Mall Theft Suspect Threatened to Shoot Officers

UPDATE: Arlington Mall Theft Suspect Threatened to Shoot Officers

ARLINGTON  (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Arlington Police Department said the theft suspect who was shot by a police officer at the Parks Mall on Sunday had threatened to shoot officers prior to the incident. The department said 21-year-old William Paul Dodd was involved in two 911 calls around 3:11 p.m., a little over an hour before…MORE

Dallas County D.A. Vows to ‘Vigorously’ Prosecute Mesquite Officers if Grand Jury Hands Down Indictment

Dallas County D.A. Vows to ‘Vigorously’ Prosecute Mesquite Officers if Grand Jury Hands Down Indictment

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Dallas County District Attorney Faith Johnson said in a statement that she will “vigorously prosecute” the individuals involved in the shooting of 31-year-old Lyndo Jones in Mesquite if a grand jury hands down any indictments. Jones was shot twice earlier this month, after officers responded to a possible car burglary call before police confirmed…MORE

Shoplifting Suspect Shot & Critically Wounded at an Arlington Mall

Shoplifting Suspect Shot & Critically Wounded at an Arlington Mall

Arlington, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – A shoplifting suspect is in critical condition after being shot inside the Parks Mall in Arlington. Arlington police say they were responding to a theft call yesterday around 4:20. They eventually found their suspect, identified as 21-year-old William Dodd, and kept an eye on him from both levels of the mall. Dodd then…MORE

President Trump Makes ‘Pocahontas’ Crack at Event Honoring Navajo Code Talkers

President Trump Makes ‘Pocahontas’ Crack at Event Honoring Navajo Code Talkers

(CNN) — President Donald Trump, during an event at the White House honoring Navajo code talkers Monday, referenced his nickname for Sen. Elizabeth Warren, “Pocahontas,” a label he has long used about the Massachusetts Democrat. “I just want to thank you because you are very, very special people. You were here long before any of…MORE

Police Are Speaking Out Against Imitation Firearms Following Officer-Involved Shooting at Parks Mall

Police Are Speaking Out Against Imitation Firearms Following Officer-Involved Shooting at Parks Mall

ARLINGTON  (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Arlington Police Department is doubling down on its recent push for legislation regulating imitation firearms following an officer-involved shooting at the Parks Mall. Investigators said an officer shot a theft suspect, identified as 21-year-old William Dodd, a convicted felon, after he allegedly pointed a B.B. gun at the officer following…MORE

Do You Speak Texan?

Do You Speak Texan?

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — You may have noticed that here in Texas, names aren’t always pronounced the way you may think they should be. In fact, it’s as if we have our very own language, complete with mispronounced vowels and hybrid versions of other languages. Two “Texans by Transplant” … Dave and Amy … had a…MORE

Mesquite Police Officer to Face Grand Jury in Lyndo Jones Shooting

Mesquite Police Officer to Face Grand Jury in Lyndo Jones Shooting

Mesquite, TX – A Mesquite police officer is due before a grand jury in Dallas County grand jury Tuesday (November 28) in connection with the shooting of a suspected car burglary earlier this month. Ten-year police veteran Derick Wiley responded to the burglary call on November 8th. 31-year old Lyndo Jones was found in a…MORE

Bond Reduced for Mother of Richardson Toddler Found Dead

Bond Reduced for Mother of Richardson Toddler Found Dead

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A Judge has reduced the bond for a Richardson mother charged with endangering her adopted toddler who was found dead in a culvert. After hearing from Sini Matthews’ attorney’s and state prosecutors, a Judge set Matthews bond at $100,000 and ordered her to house arrest and GPS monitoring. Her bond was initially set…MORE

Net Neutrality: Explained

Net Neutrality: Explained

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — You’ve no doubt seen it everywhere lately… the issue of Net Neutrality. The Trump administration is considering removing several key regulations put in place by President Obama. Those regulations were meant to ensure that all companies connect subscribers to the internet in the same way, and deliver all content fairly. Now, that…MORE

Cyber Monday Expected to Set Sales Records

Cyber Monday Expected to Set Sales Records

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Online retailers are hoping to cash in on some Christmas cheer with Cyber Monday sales. According to Adobe Analytics, the online shopping day is expected to produce $6.6 billion, making it the largest single online shopping day in history. So how do you get the most bang for your virtual buck? For some…MORE