(WBAP/KLIF) — While many are hoping for Saturday night’s drawing for the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot, one lucky Texan has already won the $360-million Mega Millions jackpot. The winner bought the ticket at a Stripes on Sherwood Bay in San Angelo, according to the Texas Lottery. The Powerball jackpot is the fifth-largest lottery prize in…… MORE
Israel Declares War After Vicious Attack by Palestinians on Israeli Citizens
UPDATE 4:45 PM – The Washington Post reports a spokesman for Hamas tells the BBC it received direct support from Iran to carry out the multi pronged attacks on Israel that began Saturday. In response to those attacks, Israel has now declared war against Hamas, reports more than 1,100 people killed, about 100 people including…… MORE
Plans to Renovate Cotton Bowl Revealed
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Fair Park partners said Friday that a new project to renovate the Cotton Bowl will transform Dallas’ 277-acre fairgrounds. Planned renovations focus on Cotton Bowl Stadium, a privately funded Community Park Complex and the Music Hall at Fair Park. The venue projects will be funded by the Brimer Bill as part of…… MORE
Plano ISD is Reviewing Their Book Policy
PLANO – (WBAP/KLIF) – Plano ISD is reviewing their book policy after parents expressed concerns that some books in the library contained sexually explicit content. On Friday superintendent Therese Williams announced that the district would be reviewing their book policy that has been in place since August of 2022. To strengthen the policy the district…… MORE
Breakthrough in Talks After UAW Threatens to Expand Strike to Arlington Plant
DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto Workers union said Friday it will not expand its strikes against Detroit’s three automakers after General Motors made a breakthrough concession on unionizing electric vehicle battery plants. Union President Shawn Fain told workers in a video appearance that additional plants could be added to the strikes later. The announcement…… MORE
Mayor Praises Law Enforcement in Fort Worth State of City
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker is praising law enforcement in her State of the City address to business leaders Friday. “Target announced it was closing nine stores in four major cities. New York, Seattle, Portland, and San Francisco – all because theft, violence, and crime. Without the right balance in public safety, cities fall apart,”…… MORE
Dallas Animal Services Over 160% Capacity
(WBAP/KLIF) — Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is dealing with overcrowding at it’s main location, that’s forcing dogs to share kennels. The facility is operating at 165% capacity, as of Thursday, and as their average daily intake is nearing 60 dogs and cats. According to DAS Assistant General Manager Sarah Sheek, the problem is causing animal…… MORE
Hell’s Half Acre Set for Halloween Terror
(WBAP/KLIF) — The National Retail Federation expects Halloween to generate a record $12.2 billion in sales this year. In addition, North Texans are seeking spooky entertainment, such as the Cutting Edge Haunted House in Fort Worth. Owner Todd James says the backdrop is a 100-year-old abandoned meat-packing plant on Hell’s Half Acre and features live…… MORE
Fort Worth Allocates Additional Funds to Address Homelessness
(WBAP/KLIF) — Four municipal departments have joined forces to attack homelessness in Fort Worth. Neighborhood services, along with Code Compliance, Police and Fire have each requested more funding in the 2024 budget to provide greater assistance to the city’s homeless families. Scott Daniels with the City of Fort Worth says their team has seen a…… MORE
AAA Texas in Maui for Tourism Re-Opening
(WBAP/KLIF) — AAA-Texas is in Maui to promote travel to the Aloha State as residents continue to suffer the economic disaster following August’s wildfires. The devastating fires that burned parts of Maui two months ago took life, property, and critical income which impacted thousands of Hawaiians. Now, Doug Shupe with AAA-Texas says the West Maui…… MORE
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