Yearly Archives: 2018

A Police Involved Shooting In Grand Prairie, No Officers Injured

A Police Involved Shooting In Grand Prairie, No Officers Injured

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas (AP) – Authorities say a 34-year-old man was shot by police in North Texas after pointing a shotgun at officers. Grand Prairie police on Saturday identified the man as Daniel Benitez and say he is expected to survive. A department statement says officers were dispatched early Saturday in regards to a person…MORE

Houston Texans Founder and Owner McNair Dies

HOUSTON (AP) – Robert “Bob” McNair, billionaire founder and owner of the Houston Texans, has died. He was 81. One of the NFL’s most influential owners, McNair had battled both leukemia and squamous cell carcinoma in recent years before dying in Houston on Friday. The team did not immediately release a cause of death, but…MORE

Government Climate Report Warns of Worsening US Disasters

Government Climate Report Warns of Worsening US Disasters

WASHINGTON (AP) – A massive new federal report warns that extreme weather disasters, like California’s wildfires and this year’s hurricanes, are worsening in the United States. The White House report quietly issued Friday also frequently contradicts President Donald Trump. The National Climate Assessment was written long before the California fires and the hurricanes. It warns…MORE

Hot Deals and Holiday Festivities at Galleria Dallas

Hot Deals and Holiday Festivities at Galleria Dallas

 DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Most retailers at the Galleria Dallas have 50% off their entire store for Black Friday. Galleria General Manager Angie Freed said some deals started earlier this year and some retailers marketed their deals through apps.   Freed said they do compete with online shopping but most people come to Galleria on black Friday for…MORE

North Texas Food Bank Says Year-Round Help is Key to Helping Those in Need

North Texas Food Bank Says Year-Round Help is Key to Helping Those in Need

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The North Texas Food Bank’s coffers get filled with donations for the year during the holiday season but the reality is the need for help in the organization’s quest to feed the hungry lasts all year long. The organization’s Anna Kurian said the neediest time for North Texans who are food insecure…MORE

Adopt A Pet For Free In Dallas This Weekend

Adopt A Pet For Free In Dallas This Weekend

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) –  Want to adopt a dog or cat for free?  Dallas Animal Services is holding a weekend adoption special to coincide with the busiest shopping weekend of the year:  Black Friday through Cyber Monday.  During this time, DAS will waive all adoption fees and all adoptable animals will be microchipped, spayed/neutered, and vaccinated before heading…MORE

Cooper, Cowboys join Redskins atop NFC East with 31-23 win

Cooper, Cowboys join Redskins atop NFC East with 31-23 win

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ezekiel Elliott made the $21 donation after his touchdown. Amari Cooper took the freebie following the first of his two scores. The bonus for the Dallas Cowboys: They’re all the way back in the NFC East race. Cooper celebrated his first touchdown with a mock free throw before a 90-yard score that sent…MORE

State Farm Experts Report an Increase in Home Theft Claims During the Holidays

State Farm Experts Report an Increase in Home Theft Claims During the Holidays

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- State Farm has reported seeing an uptick in home theft claims during the holidays in recent years. Chris Pilcic with State Farm said it’s because people are buying new things and usually going out of town. “Whether you’re gone for an hour or a week you want to make it appear that you…MORE