MIDLAND, Texas (AP) — President Donald Trump took sweeping digs at “crazy left radical Democrats” on a trip Wednesday to the fracking fields of West Texas, claiming that a Democratic administration would destroy everything from the country’s suburbs to the U.S. energy industry. Trump, speaking in front of stacked oil barrels, also played down the…… MORE
The Arlington I-S-D Makes A Decision On The Start Of The School Year
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) Arlington – The Arlington I-S-D board has decided to start the school year with on-line instruction beginning August 17th. They made the decision at last night’s virtual board meeting. Most of the people who spoke at the meeting were teachers with the district and they supported the first four weeks to be on-line. Superintendent Marcelo…… MORE
Dallas County Breaks Another Coronavirus Record on Wednesday
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Dallas County Reported Another 36 coronavirus deaths on Wednesday. That’s another daily record for Dallas County, with 26 out of the 36 deaths reported in the city of Dallas. The 36 deaths come with an additional 704 positive cases reported. That brings the total confirmed case count in Dallas County to…… MORE
Denton City Council Extends Order Regarding Face Coverings
DENTON (WBAP/KLIF)- The Denton City Council voted to extend the order regarding face coverings until August 31st. Ryan Adams with the City of Denton says the order was set to expire August 4th and city council thought it was best to extend the order to ensure the health and safety of residents. “This is a…… MORE
Denton ISD Keeps Original Start Date in August but Delays In-Person Classes for 8 Days
DENTON (WBAP/KLIF)- Following the recent recommendation of Denton County Public Health Services, Denton ISD will keep it’s original start date on August 26th but classes will be online only until September 8th. “We will continue to follow guidance from our local medical professionals who are tracking cases very closely,” said Dr. Jamie Wilson, Superintendent of schools. “And,…… MORE
President Trump makes 16th Trip to Lone Star State
MIDLAND (WBAP/KLIF) – President Donald Trump spend Wednesday afternoon touring a drilling rig in Midland, Texas. During the visit the president discussed how the U.S. is achieving energy dominance by cutting regulations, simplifying the permitting process and encouraging private investment in energy infrastructure. During a speech the president said he came to the Permian Basin…… MORE
Rep. Louie Gohmert, of Tyler, Tests positive for COVID-19
Washington (WBAP/KLIF) – U.S Representative Louie Gohmert of Tyler has tested positive for Covid-19, according to Politico. Gohmert was pre-screened at the White House Tuesday morning before a flight to Texas with President Donald Trump. Gohmert is known for not wearing a mask and in an interview in June said if he contracted the coronavirus…… MORE
Texas Republican Rep. Louie Gohmert Tests Positive for COVID-19
TYLER (WBAP/KLIF News) – Texas lawmaker Louie Gohmert, R-Tyler, has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19. Politico reports his status was confirmed during a COVID-19 pre-screen at the White House Wednedsay. Gohmert, who was refused to wear a mask, was one of several Texas officials that were scheduled to accompany President Trump during his trip to West…… MORE
NW Tarrant Lions Club Treats FTW Police Officers Assigned to Protest Duty to Free Dinner
Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – It was a dinner of gratitude hosted by the Northwest Tarrant Lions Club for Fort Worth law enforcement who were assigned to work recent protests in the city. Fort Worth police officer and constables were alerted to the gesture of gratitude by way of vouchers for two to Angelo’s Barbeque. The…… MORE
KLIF Morning News: Trump in West Texas, and Helping Arlington
0:24 — President Trump in West Texas Wednesday means it’s time to chat with his campaign! Hogan Gidley is the President’s campaign press secretary and spoke with Dave and Amy about all things campaign, oil industry, and Trump vs. Biden. 9:49 — Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams joined the show to talk about the struggles local…… MORE
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