Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – An admitted drug dealer and his also-admitted enforcer were each sentenced Friday to 30 years in prison. 44 year old Eric Freeman, known by his street name “Stuff,” pleaded guilty to three felonies to avoid going to trial on many more, all related to rampant drug dealing at the Han Gil Hotel…… MORE
Memphis (WBAP/KLIF) – A teenage murder suspect wanted in Arlington has been caught in Memphis. U.S. marshals have arrested 19 year old Cedrick Duckett for the killing of 25 year old Anthony Tennon on October 15. Tennon was shot to death in the parking lot of Arlington’s Hidden Valley Apartments. Marshals say Duckett was armed…… MORE
DALLAS (WBBAP/KLIF)- A local non profit that provides homeless services in Dallas created an app that’s being used nation-wide. Our Calling’s App has a directory of service providers and shelters locally and nationally. Our Calling Executive Director Lane Walker said first responders use the app to help the homeless find access to vital services. He…… MORE
IRVING (WBAP/KLIF)- Governor Greg Abbott announced Microsoft Corp. will be expanding its campus in Irving Las Colinas, bringing 575 new jobs to the area Beth Bowman president and CEO of the Irving Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce said they are excited to secure this national competitive project. “It’s a significant impact from an economic development perspective….the…… MORE
FORT WORTH – WBAP/KLIF – Bank of America donated $50,000 Friday to the Fort Worth area non profit “Project Beloved”, which aims to help sex assault victims through the examination and law enforcement interviews they face following a complaint. The group’s goal is to change the conversation about sex assault and empower survivors. Project Beloved…… MORE
ROMULUS, Michigan (AP) – General Motors workers voted 57.2% in favor of a new contract with the company, ending a 40-day strike. The United Auto Workers union says Friday that the contract was approved 23,389 to 17,501. The vote means that workers will put down their picket signs and return to their jobs. Some will…… MORE
BALTIMORE (AP) – Former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton have remembered congressman and civil rights leader Elijah Cummings for his honor and commitment to service. Speaking to mourners at Cummings’ funeral Friday, Clinton recalled the congressman’s talent for speaking and “his booming voice.” Obama said that when the path ahead looked difficult, that’s when…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Oncor said all known October 20th Tornado-related outages for homes and businesses capable of accepting power have been restored, with the exception of a handful of customers in the heart of the North Dallas tornado impact zone. Personnel worked in this area throughout the night despite inclement weather, and continue to work on completing…… MORE
MIDLOTHIAN (WBAP/KLIF News) – Midlothian police are warning residents to be on alert as they investigate an alleged abduction attempt in the Kensington Park neighborhood. Investigators said a young girl was walking home from Walnut Grove Middle School around 4:30 p.m. Thursday, when she noticed a black pickup truck pass her on Newgate Street and…… MORE
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – A district attorney says Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen won’t face criminal charges for offering House media credentials in exchange for campaign help. Brazoria County District Attorney Jeri Yenne released a statement Thursday calling Bonnen’s actions and statements “repugnant” but said there isn’t enough evidence to warrant criminal prosecution. Bonnen was…… MORE
