DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – More than 2,300 cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in the DFW metroplex with well over 40 deaths, as of Tuesday afternoon. Dallas County Health and Human Services reported 106 additional positive cases of the virus Tuesday, bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,261. The 19th death from COVID-19 in…… MORE
FEMA Denies Federal Funds Request for Dallas Tornado Recovery, Governor Appeals
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The Texas Governor’s office is working with the City of Dallas to appeal a FEMA decision to deny federal disaster money related to last year’s string of damaging tornadoes. In order to receive the federal funds Dallas had to prove it suffered more than $38 million dollars in uninsured damages. According to…… MORE
Governor Abbott Temporarily Shuts Down All State Parks and Historic Sites Amid Coronavirus Crisis
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – As the coronavirus continues to grip parts of Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has indefinitely closed state parks and historic sites. The closures represent the state’s efforts to strengthen social distancing practices and prevent large gatherings of people. “Social distancing is our best tool to curb the spread of COVID-19 and save…… MORE
HHS Watchdog: Significant Challenges to Hospital COVID-19 Response; Trump Says, “It’s just wrong”
CNN (WBAP/KLIF) – President Trump and the White House Coronavirus Task Force updated the nation on continued efforts to respond to the pandemic. The debate over using an anti-malaria drug not yet officially approved for fighting COVID-19 has erupted at the White House. Senior Trump administration adviser Peter Navarro is speaking out emphatically for using…… MORE
KLIF Morning News: Fort Worth’s First Responders, and What Will Churches Do This Week?
0:23 — How much has the life of a first responder changed throughout the COVID-19 crisis? Matt Zavadsky from Medstar in Fort Worth paints a picture for us. 7:03 — Easter is this weekend, Passover is Wednesday, and some churches are saying LEGALLY they’re allowed to stay open, despite the restrictions. Are they right? Attorney…… MORE
Nursing home patients trying unproven virus drug in Texas
Search AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says about 30 nursing home residents near Houston who tested positive for the coronavirus are receiving treatment with an anti-malaria drug not yet officially approved for fighting COVID-19. He also said Texas is on a path to be well-stocked with protective equipment, like masks and gloves,…… MORE
New Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Options Available to Tarrant County Residents
Tarrant County, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Tarrant County has four new coronavirus drive-through test sites for residents. They’re operated by urgent care for kids. While the facilities typically focus on pediatric care, tests are open to adults who have COVID-19 symptoms. There are two locations in Fort Worth and sites in Arlington and Mansfield. An online…… MORE
Minnie’s Food Pantry In Plano With An Urgent Call For Help Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – As the Easter holiday approaches, Minnie’s Food Pantry’ in Plano is asking for the public’s help during the coronavirus pandemic. Founder Cheryl Jackson says she has worked for non-profits for 30 years, but has never seen anything like this. “I have never seen such gratitude, first of all, from someone trying…… MORE
Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce Hosting Virtual Events to Help Businesses Affected by COVID-19
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce is providing virtual events for businesses needing resources amid COVID-19. There’s a whole schedule of events this week so local businesses can be in the know regarding stimulus funding, marketing strategies and how to keep your employees motivated. Fort Worth Chamber’s Chris Strayer says they want…… MORE
State and Local Leaders Assessing Medical Supplies Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Twenty-one hospitals have reported ventilator and bed capacity numbers this week to Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson’s office. Dallas hospitals are required to report the information pursuant to the City of Dallas emergency regulations enacted by Mayor Johnson during the coronavirus pandemic. According to the city, the reporting requirements are meant to provide data…… MORE
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