Yearly Archives: 2018

Dallas Business Makes Generous Donation to Sheriff’s Department

Dallas Business Makes Generous Donation to Sheriff’s Department

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A donation from a well known Dallas business is expected to bring a smile to the faces of hundreds of children across Dallas County. Medieval Times donated found itself with more than 300 stuffed teddy bears left over from a Valentines Day promotion and decided to give them to Dallas County Deputies…MORE

Dangerous Natural Gas Lines Plague Dallas

Dangerous Natural Gas Lines Plague Dallas

DALLAS  (WBAP/KLIF News) – There is growing concern amid some Dallas County residents following a fatal home explosion in Northwest Dallas last month that led to the discovery of numerous gas leaks in the area. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is calling on Atmos to be transparent moving forward. “I’d like to see more information…MORE

Texas unemployment up slightly for January

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – The Texas unemployment rate rose slightly in January to start the year at 4 percent. The Texas Workforce Commission on Friday reported that compares to the December statewide jobless rate of 3.9 percent. Nationwide unemployment held steady in February at 4.1 percent. Texas jobless figures for February will be released on…MORE

As High Speed Rail Plans Continue Arlington Could Be Left Out?

As High Speed Rail Plans Continue Arlington Could Be Left Out?

Dallas/Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – A proposed high-speed rail line from Dallas to Houston is moving forward. During a meeting of the Regional Transportation Commission Thursday in Arlington, plans were unveiled for a connector route did not include the City of Arlingont. Dallas officials said that no city should be included unless they are a member…MORE

Outraised and outhustled, is Sen. Ted Cruz losing his mojo?

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Ted Cruz slayed the Texas Republican establishment in 2012 with his Senate win, took Washington by storm as its leading conservative flamethrower and finished second only to Donald Trump for the 2016 GOP presidential nomination. His success was built on a frenetic campaign and tireless travel schedule, raking in small-donor dollars…MORE

Area Steel Company Will Take a Big Hit From Trump Tariffs

Area Steel Company Will Take a Big Hit From Trump Tariffs

Campbell, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – An area steel company is not happy about President Trump’s new imposed tariffs on imported steel and aluminum. In Campbell, Texas, just outside of Rockwall, QMF Steel owners say the tariffs are already costing them millions. Steve Lester, told WFAA-TV, Thursday, “I’m gonna cry when I go home, it’s been a…MORE

South Korea says Trump will meet North Korea’s Kim by May

South Korea says Trump will meet North Korea’s Kim by May

WASHINGTON (AP) – South Korea’s national security director says President Donald Trump has decided he will meet with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un “by May.” Chung Eui-yong spoke outside the White House after a day of briefings with senior U.S. officials, including Trump, on the recent inter-Korea talks. Chung says Trump said “he would meet…MORE

Hebron High School Principal Issues Apology After Botched Lockdown Drill On Campus

Hebron High School Principal Issues Apology After Botched Lockdown Drill On Campus

CARROLLTON  (WBAP/KLIF News) – A lock down drill at Hebron High School on Thursday caused a sense of panic among students and some of their parents. Principal Scot Finch issued an apology after receiving numerous calls from parents about the situation. “It is our district protocol to ensure students know the situation is a drill, and…MORE

New Report Shows Texas Women Won’t Achieve Equal Pay Until 2049

New Report Shows Texas Women Won’t Achieve Equal Pay Until 2049

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A new report finds women in North Texas have made progress but still face obstacles on reaching their full potential. The information was released in a study from the Dallas Women’s Foundation and Institute for Women’s Policy Research that looks at the economic status of women in Dallas, Denton and Collin Counties.…MORE

Plano Police Confirm Human Remains Found in Anna Belong to Christina Morris

Plano Police Confirm Human Remains Found in Anna Belong to Christina Morris

PLANO  (WBAP/KLIF News) – The family of Christina Morris got some much-needed closure this week, after Plano police confirmed that the human remains found in Anna Wednesday belonged to their long-lost loved one. Fighting back tears, Morris’ family thanked the law enforcement for helping to find Christina and bringing her home. “This, I must say,…MORE