HOUSTON (AP) – The Houston City Council has approved a relief fund that will provide thousands of residents struggling financially during the coronavirus pandemic with a one-time $1,200 payment that can be used for rent, food or other needs. The program, approved on Wednesday and to be paid for by nearly $30 million in federal…… MORE
Austin Mayor Vacationed In Mexico While Urging People to Stay Home
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Austin Mayor Steve Adler went on vacation to Mexico with family in November as he urged people to stay home amid worsening coronavirus caseloads in Texas, at one point recording a video during the trip in which he told residents back home that now was “not the time to relax.” The…… MORE
“Be a Santa to a Senior” in DFW Teams up with Amazon to Brighten the Holiday Season for Seniors
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- At a time when it may be more important than ever, Home Instead’s® seasonal favorite Be a Santa to a Senior program returns stronger than ever with new options for community participation. Program coordinators evaluated the important holiday program and made adjustments with the safety of donors, seniors and volunteers in mind. With…… MORE
Collin County Detention Officer Dies after Contracting COVID-19
MCKINNEY (WBAP/KLIF) – The Collin County law enforcement community is mourning the loss of one of its own. According to the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, Collin County Detention Officer Joseph Quillen, Jr., died Tuesday morning after contracting the COVID-19 virus. Officer Quillen was a 6-year U.S. Navy veteran, served as a detention officer in Collin County…… MORE
Fort Worth Announced Plans to Purchase Former Pier 1 Building to turn into New City Hall
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The City of Fort Worth plans to purchase 100 Energy Way, formerly the Pier 1 headquarters located on the west edge of downtown, to be used as the future City Hall. The City is conducting its due diligence on the building prior to purchasing the ‘Class A’ office space, which is on…… MORE
McKinney City Council Replaces Shemwell, Appoints District 1 Representative
MCKINNEY (WBAP/KLIF) – The vacant City Council seat in McKinney was filled by a unanimous decision Tuesday night. The McKinney City Council appointed Pastor Christopher “Chris” Thornton to fill the District 1 seat left vacant after the recall vote of La’Shadion Shemwell in November. The recall election came after Shemwell was labeled a distraction by…… MORE
Governor Abbott Announces Initial COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made an initial allotment of over 1.4 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccines to the State of Texas for the month of December, according to Governor Greg Abbott. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Governor said the vaccines, which should begin arriving in…… MORE
Grand Prairie Mayor Pro Tem Jim Swoffard Dies From COVID-19, Weeks After His Wife
GRAND PRAIRIE (WBAP/KLIF News) – Grand Prairie Mayor Pro Tem and Council Member Jim Swoffard lost his battle with COVID-19 this week. According to a release from the City of Grand Prairie, the 84 year old died Tuesday with his two children by his side. Swoffard passed just weeks after losing his wife Judy to…… MORE
Texas Virus Spread Puts Desert Artist Hub On Edge
A USTIN, Texas (AP) – Texas has surpassed 9,000 hospitalized coronavirus patients for the first time since a deadly summer outbreak. The spread of the pandemic is now taking a toll even near the desert artist hub of Marfa, where tourists are putting locals on edge and officials are urging people to stay home. It’s…… MORE
CDC to Shorten COVID-19 Quarantine to 10 Days, 7 With Test
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is set to shorten the recommended length of quarantine after exposure to someone who is positive for COVID-19, as the virus rages across the nation. According to a senior administration official, the new guidelines, which are set to be released as soon as Tuesday evening, will allow people…… MORE
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