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
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
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
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
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
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 (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
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
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Dallas ISD Superintendent provides an update for the district regarding COVID-19. Superintendent Michael Hinojosa says while a decision to close schools for the remainder of the year has not been made, he is is doubtful students will be able to return. However, he anticipates making an announcement on closures in the following weeks. Currently, there…… MORE
PLANO (WBAP/KLIF) – Members of the Texas National Guard arrived in Plano to assist the North Texas Food Bank in feeding the community’s most needy people. According to the North Texas Food Bank, the humanitarian effort will provide a helping hand to the Food Bank as they work to increase their distribution efforts to meet the…… MORE
