Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – A federal judge has put the breaks on a Dallas ordinance requiring business of more than 15 employees to provide paid sick leave. The ruling came just two days before penalties would have kicked in for businesses that did not comply. Activists are outraged, saying the decision leave workers without a much-needed…… MORE
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[VIDEO] COVID-19 Patient Treated With Plasma From Former Patient; Will it Work?
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – Right now it’s ‘hurry up and wait’ after a COVID -19 patient in Tarrant County was given an experimental treatment on Sunday and Monday — a plasma infusion from a patient who previously recovered from the illness. Dr. John Burk of Harris Methodist Hospital tells WFAA-TV that the patient was on…… MORE
Fort Worth Police Changes Safety Protocols Since Two Officers Test Positive for COVID-19
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- Now that two Fort Worth officers have tested positive for COVID-19, the police department has changed many safety protocols to ensure the safety of officers and the community. “While respecting their privacy, we can confirm that both officers work in the same unit and had limited close contact with others while at work,”…… MORE
Tarrant County Public Health COVID-19 Reporting Process to Include Provisional Data
TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- Tarrant County Public Health (TCPH) will now begin reporting all COVID-19 cases reported to the county, including pending COVID-19 cases that have been confirmed by lab reports. “Until now, we have only been reporting confirmed cases, but as the numbers in Tarrant County continue to increase, we want to provide the public…… MORE
New Dallas Regional Chamber Job Site Specifically Designed for Covid Impacted Employees
DALLAS – WBAP/KLIF – The Dallas Regional Chamber is unveiling a new type of regional job site, one that will link area residents furloughed or who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic, with employers actively seeking help from new employees. The website is available on the home page of the Dallas Regional Chamber…… MORE
Governor Abbott Prohibits Early Release of Violent Criminals Over Concerns Surrounding COVID-19
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott is prohibiting the release of inmates with a history of violent crimes. According to the Governor, the Executive Order comes in response to concerns of the release or anticipated release of individuals because of COVID-19 who are deemed a danger to society. “My office has worked with the Texas Commission…… MORE
COVID-19 Cases Continue to Rise Across DFW Metroplex
(WBAP/KLIF) – The number of coronavirus cases in the DFW metroplex continues to rise. Across Dallas, Denton, Collin and Tarrant counties, nearly 1,000 COVID 19 cases are confirmed. At least 15 people have died. Dallas County reported a total of 549 cases as of Monday afternoon, including its eleventh death. According to the county, the…… MORE
Child Care Search Tool Launched in Tarrant County for Essential Workers
TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- Mayor Betsy Price and Child Care Associates’ (CCA) CEO, Kara Waddell, announce the launch of FIND! Child Care tool aimed at supporting working parents employed at essential businesses during Tarrant County’s community response to the COVID-19 emergency. Parents employed by essential businesses, can now access a searchable online tool providing real-time availability of…… MORE
Law Enforcement Agencies Taking COVID-19 Causulties
(WBAP/KLIF) — COVID-19 has the potential to affect law enforcement in North Texas. As Coronavirus explodes across the United States, an increasing numbers of police officers and civilian law enforcement staff are getting sick. The growing tally raises questions about law enforcement during the pandemic, as well as how departments will manage with the virus…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — The economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to be felt across the United States. Major airlines have experienced a 90% decrease in the number of air travelers, while restaurants have been limited to take-out and delivery service only. One chef in Houston has been forced to close three of his four restaurants,…… MORE
