Category Archives: KLIF Podcast – News & Information In The Morning

SCOTUS to Hear Privacy Cases

SCOTUS to Hear Privacy Cases

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — The US Supreme Court will soon hear cases involving digital privacy. Yesterday, they announced they’re taking up a case that could determine how much evidence criminal investigators can get off computers overseas. Law enforcement officials have said restrictions have hampered sex and drug trafficking investigations for decades. Supreme Court justices will also…MORE

Tillerson to Use Diplomacy “Until the First Bomb Drops”

Tillerson to Use Diplomacy “Until the First Bomb Drops”

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the President has directed him to work out a diplomatic path in North Korea. This as the President himself seems to be taking a different approach, through tweets and even some of his comments. Tillerson made the comments Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union.” He…MORE

A Newsroom Divided…

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Its a newsroom divided these days at WBAP/KLIF. That’s because Morning Drive Producer Robyn Geske is a diehard Houston Astros fan Morning Reporter Scott Sidway feels the same… about the Texas Rangers. With the Astros still in the hunt, Robyn says she’s been hanging on every pitch. And on Saturday, a “discussion”…MORE

Study: Millions of Americans Are “Working Dead”

Study: Millions of Americans Are “Working Dead”

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — New numbers show the “zombie workforce” may be more prevalent than we thought. A study by Aon Hewitt shows less than a quarter of American workers are classified as “highly engaged” in their jobs. Only 39% admit that they’re only “moderately engaged.” So, how can you put the passion back in your…MORE

Attorney: Cowboys RB Should Work to Clear Name

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Will he? Or won’t he? On Thursday, a court in New Orleans ruled that Ezekiel Elliott must start serving as six game suspension for a domestic violence investigation. This after months of legal wrangling and the filing of briefs. If he does start serving it now, it would begin Sunday, October 22nd…MORE

This Week’s Hits and Misses: One Guy’s Opinion

This Week’s Hits and Misses: One Guy’s Opinion

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — It’s the weekend in DFW, so why not go see a movie? Dr. Frank Sweitek gave us his hits and misses this week… in One Guy’s Opinion. Each week, Frank gives us the best of times, and sometimes worst of times, in film. Catch him Friday mornings on The Morning Drive…MORE

Report: 70% of Adults Don’t Know About Equifax Breach

Report: 70% of Adults Don’t Know About Equifax Breach

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — An estimated 145.5 million Americans were impacted by the data breach at Equifax, and a new survey shows not everyone has heard about it yet. The report, published by CreditCards.com, shows a little more than 70% of American adults say they weren’t even aware it had happened. Experts say that’s a dangerous thing…MORE

Congressman Helps Recovery Effort in Puerto Rico

Congressman Helps Recovery Effort in Puerto Rico

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Congressman Michael Burgess is helping in recovery efforts from Hurricane Maria. He just returned from a trip to San Juan, where he worked with doctors at several of the hospitals. On Thursday, the Congressman took the time to chat with Dave & Amy about how recovery in the region is going so…MORE

President Trump Ramps Up War on Words

President Trump Ramps Up War on Words

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WBAP/KLIF) — President Donald Trump is lashing out via Twitter once again, but this time, he’s fighting political friends, not foe. The President started this latest “tweetstorm” on Sunday, when he insulted a GOP lawmaker, Senator Bob Corker of Tennessee. Trump’s next target was Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. On Tuesday, the President…MORE

U.S. World Cup Hopes Crumble With Loss

U.S. World Cup Hopes Crumble With Loss

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — It’s being called the “Most Embarrassing Performance in US Men’s Soccer History” by many. Tuesday night the team lost to Trinidad and Tobago, 2 to 1, ending their chances of playing in World Cup 2018 in Russia. It’s the first time since 1986 the team has missed the cut. With the loss,…MORE