WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House voted Tuesday to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, with the Republican majority determined to punish the Biden administration over its handling of the U.S-Mexico border after failing last week in a politically embarrassing setback. The evening roll call proved tight, with Speaker Mike Johnson’s threadbare GOP majority unable…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — The Arlington Police Department released the body-cam footage of a motorcycle cop who shot an armed motorist. 49-year-old Sean McKay was driving erratically, pulled over by police, and refused to follow commands. McKay then moved to the passenger seat and grabbed a pistol. officers ordered the man numerous times to drop the weapon,…… MORE
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks fell sharply Tuesday after disappointing inflation data made investors confront the bitter possibility that interest rates will stay high for months longer than they were hoping. The S&P 500 tumbled 1.4% as traders delayed forecasts for when the Federal Reserve will deliver the cuts to interest rates they crave…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — Three separate unions representing flight attendants at major U.S. airlines picketed and held rallies at 30 airports Tuesday as they push for new contracts and higher wages. The flight attendants are increasingly frustrated that pilots won huge pay raises last year while they continue to work for wages that, in some cases, have…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday urgently called for House Republicans to get behind legislation that would send $60 billion to Ukraine for its fight against Russia. He warned that opposing it would play into “Putin’s hands.” “Supporting this bill is standing up to Putin, Opposing it is playing into Putin’s hands,” Biden…… MORE
The Transformative Justice Coalition and the Voting Rights Alliance is working to educate people during this Black History Month. They’re specifically focusing on Black soldier’s contributions to the Civil War. “Frederick Douglass’ very first meeting with Abraham Lincoln was because of fighting for equal pay and rank for African-Americans,” Author of the Voting Rights Alliance’s…… MORE
The Dallas Airport System is working to celebrate Black History Month. They’re hosting a series of events to commemorate Black History Month at both Dallas Love Field and Dallas Executive Airport. The Department of Aviation is set to host a pioneering career development day at the commemorative air force which will feature a panel discussion.…… MORE
IRVING (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Two people have been injured in an early-morning crash in Irving. It happened around 2 a.m. on southbound Loop 12 near Irving Boulevard and involved three vehicles, including two 18-wheelers. All southbound lanes are closed as authorities investigate the cause of the accident. Irving Police said it could take investigators…… MORE
The North Texas Food Bank has released its food distribution list for this week. Starting on Valentine’s Day, families in need will be able to pick up food on a first come, first serve basis. Participants do not have to register to receive donations. Mobile Food Distributions for the Week of February 12 Community Led,…… MORE
WBAP WX CENTER FCST: 2-13-24 TODAY…SUNNY AND MILD.. HIGH NEAR 62 WINDS SOUTH 8-10 MPH TONIGHT..CLEAR AND COOL.. LOWS 39 – 42 TOMORROW…SUNNY TO PARTLY CLOUDY, WINDY AND WARMER.. HIGH NEAR 67 / LOW NEAR 50 WINDS SOUTH 15-25 MPH AND GUSTY THURSDAY…PARTLY CLOUDY AND WARMER.. HIGH NEAR 69…… MORE
