AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Austin’s police chief said Thursday that a “domestic terrorist” set off a series of explosions that killed two people and severely wounded four others in Texas’ capital, offering a stronger characterization of the suspected bomber after drawing criticism for being unwilling to do so previously. Brian Manley in recent weeks had…… MORE
Yearly Archives: 2018
1 Suspect Connected to Deadly Plano Shooting and Arlington Double Homicide
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) Update: Arlington Police now say the suspect arrested by Plano police is their main suspect in the double homicide case. Arlington Lieutenant Christopher Cooks: “Anytime there’s a homicide, obviously our crime scene unit comes out. We were able to determined just based upon the evidence at the scene; also looking at the victims…… MORE
Family of 12-Year-Old Girl Killed in Home Explosion in Northwest Dallas Sues Atmos Energy
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The family of the 12-year-old girl killed in a house explosion in Northwest Dallas last month is suing Atmos Energy. Linda Michelle Rogers was killed on February 23 in blast that the family argues was completely preventable. According to the lawsuit, several attempts to revive Linda failed and her parents held her…… MORE
Attorney General Jeff Sessions: No New Special Counsel Despite Republican Concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) – Attorney General Jeff Sessions said he won’t immediately appoint a new special counsel to investigate a number of Republican grievances involving the Justice Department, despite mounting pressure from members of his own party. Sessions told congressional committees in a letter Thursday that a senior federal prosecutor, Utah’s U.S. attorney John W. Huber,…… MORE
Arlington Police Investigating Double Murder After Bystander Discovers Bodies in Parked Car
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – Arlington police are searching for clues to solve the murder of two men whose bodies were found in a parked car at the Residence on Lamar Apartments Thursday morning. The department’s Lieutenant Chris Cook said a bystander found the bodies. “The windows were rolled up. He at first thought they were sleeping…… MORE
The Star in Frisco Celebrates 3-Day Grand Opening for Entertainment District
FRISCO (WBAP/KLIF News) – The City of Frisco and the Dallas Cowboys are celebrating the grand opening of the entertainment district at the Star in Frisco. Frisco Mayor Jeff Chaney said the partnership with the Cowboys has brought with it opportunities for restaurants and other businesses. “It’s been a great partnership obliviously having the brand…… MORE
Former Employee Accuses Mark Cuban of Racial Discrimination
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has been accused by a former American Airlines Center employee of racial discrimination and sweeping a “threat of violence against African Americans” under the rug. Michelle Newsome and her attorney spoke with WBAP Thursday morning, announcing that they have filed a request for a deposition against…… MORE
1 Dead, 3 Injured in Shooting at Plano Apartment Complex
PLANO (WBAP/KLIF News) – Plano police are on the hunt for the suspect in a fatal shooting at an apartment complex Thursday morning. It happened at the Cross Creek Apartments at 7401 Alma Drive. Investigators said four people were shot and one person is dead. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Copyright 2018.…… MORE
Ex-TCU QB Trevone Boykin arrested for aggravated assault
MANSFIELD, Texas (AP) — Former TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin was arrested Wednesday at his North Texas home and charged with aggravated assault after his girlfriend accused him of beating her severely at his home. Boykin was arrested at his Mansfield, Texas, home after Mansfield police reviewed footage of a March 21 incident captured by Boykin’s…… MORE
It’s Opening Day! Fans Should Allow for Extra Time to Get to Globe Life Park
Arlington, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Heavy traffic is expected today near Globe Life Park in Arlingon as fans pack the stadium for Opening Day as the Texas Rangers take on the Houston Astros at 2:35pm. Fans are being told to leave lots of extra time to navigate construction delays and parking lot closures. The Rangers are…… MORE
