ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Arlington, Texas, has been selected to become the new home of the $150 million National Medal of Honor Museum. Joe Daniels, president of the museum’s foundation, announced the decision Wednesday, calling Arlington “the optimal location to build America’s next treasure.” The museum is currently aboard the USS Yorktown in Mount Pleasant,…… MORE
Dallas Police Launch Internal Investigation, Address Concerns Discovered in Guyger Testimony
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- The Dallas Police Department will open an internal investigation in the aftermath of the Amber Guyger Trial after testimony uncovered questionable activities by Police. “What you saw and heard was disheartening and I can only imagine the community’s perception of who we are as a Dallas Police Department,” Hall said. “What I can…… MORE
Botham Jeans Brother Embraces Amber Guyger After Sentencing
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Amber Guyger faces 10 years in prison for the shooting death of Botham Jean. After the verdict was read, Botham’s brother, Brandt jean addressed Guyger during victim impact statements. He told Guyger that he forgave her and to give her life to Christ because that’s what Bo would’ve wanted. “If you truly are…… MORE
New Mixed-Use Development Coming to the City of Mesquite
MESQUITE (WBAP/KLIF)- The City of Mesquite and Centurion American Development Group broke ground on Iron Horse Village, a new mixed-use community. The development will sit on 54 acres of prime real estate adjacent to the famed Mesquite Arena. Iron Horse Village will incorporate 336 single-family homes, 130,000 square feet of retail, restaurant and entertainment space,…… MORE
Whistleblower Spoke to Schiff Aides Before Filing Complaint
WASHINGTON (AP) – A whistleblower who raised concerns about President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine spoke to staffers on the House Intelligence Committee before filing the formal complaint. That’s according to a spokesman for the committee’s chairman, California Rep. Adam Schiff. Spokesman Patrick Boland said the whistleblower contacted the committee for guidance on how to…… MORE
Amber Guyger faces 10 years in Prison for the Shooting Death of Botham Jean
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – A Dallas County jury found former Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger guilty of Murder Tuesday morning, less than 24 hours after getting the case Monday. A Dallas County Jury sentenced Guyger to 10 years in prison for the shooting death of Botham Jean. (WBAP/KLIF) – UPDATE 3:00PM The jury, which has…… MORE
Dallas Police Capture Wyoming Prison Escapee
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – A prisoner who escaped from a correctional facility in Wyoming last month has been captured in Dallas after authorities warned the public he could be in North Texas. The Dallas Police Department arrested 30-year-old Robert Simpson without incident on Tuesday. Simpson and another inmate, 48-year-old Jason Green, escaped from the Wyoming…… MORE
World Supported Massacre Victim’s Widower Arrested For DWI
EL PASO, Texas (AP) – A man who drew worldwide sympathy and support after his wife was killed in the mass shooting at an El Paso Walmart store has been arrested on a drunken-driving charge. Antonio Basco remained Tuesday night in the El Paso County Jail on a misdemeanor count of driving while intoxicated. Bond…… MORE
American Airlines to Build $100M Parts Distribution Center Near DFW Airport
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – Just weeks after unveiling its new headquarters in Fort Worth, American Airlines has another multi-million dollar construction project in the works.. The Fort Worth-based carrier is planning a 100-million dollar parts distribution center near DFW Airport. The facility will serve as the central distribution center for all aircraft parts for American…… MORE
Gun Control Talks Losing Momentum as Impeachment Fever Rises
LAS VEGAS (AP) – As impeachment fever overtakes Washington, the progress made on stemming gun violence risks falling by the wayside. But gun control advocates are determined to prevent that from happening. Ten White House hopefuls will be in Las Vegas for a forum on gun policy on Wednesday – almost two years to the…… MORE
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