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Homeowner Allegedly Shoots Warning Shot at Dallas Police Officers

Homeowner Allegedly Shoots Warning Shot at Dallas Police Officers

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – A Dallas homeowner was arrested Saturday morning for allegedly firing what’s being called a “warning shot” at Dallas Police Officers. According to Dallas Police, the incident happened about 6:10a.m., Saturday morning On Oak Gate Lane. In a written statement from Dallas Police, officers said they were involved in making an arrest…MORE

The Dallas Cowboys Reportedly Interviewing Mike McCarthy For Head Coach Position

The Dallas Cowboys Reportedly Interviewing Mike McCarthy For Head Coach Position

FRISCO, Texas (AP) – Two people with direct knowledge of the situation tell The Associated Press that the Dallas Cowboys are interviewing Mike McCarthy to be their head coach. It’s the surest sign so far that the franchise is moving on from Jason Garrett. McCarthy was set to visit with Dallas on Saturday. One of…MORE

Gunfire hits two in Arlington

Gunfire hits two in Arlington

Arlington (WBAP/KLIF) – Arlington Police are trying to figure out what happened Friday night in an apartment complex on Greystoke Drive, about two blocks from the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium. They were called there to investigate a shooting. They found blood, but no victims. A short time later they learned that Arlington Memorial Hospital was…MORE

Dallas Stars ex-coach headed for rehab

Dallas Stars ex-coach headed for rehab

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Fired Dallas Stars head coach Jim Montgomery is checking himself into a rehab facility for alcohol abuse. In a written statement released Friday, Montgomery said losing his job with the Stars was a “wake-up call.” He also noted that his firing was the “appropriate call.” Montgomery was fired late last year for…MORE

Denton County Reports First Flu Death of the 2019-2020 Flu Season

Denton County Reports First Flu Death of the 2019-2020 Flu Season

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Denton County Public Health Department has reported its first influenza death of the 2019-2020 flu season. The department confirmed the death was an adult, but said to protect confidentiality, no further identifying information will be released. Juan Rodriguez, DCPH Assistant Director and Chief Epidemiologist said “Flu activity remains high in…MORE

FDA Bans Most Flavored Vaping Cartridges

FDA Bans Most Flavored Vaping Cartridges

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- The Federal Drug Administration is banning most flavored e-cigarette cartridges. The announcement comes just days after The Dallas County Department confirmed it’s first vaping related death. Doctor Phil Huang Director for the Dallas County Health Department says vaping has become a growing concern for teens, with a whole new generation of kids becoming…MORE

“Affluenza Teen” Released from Custody Following “Weak Positive” on Drug Test

“Affluenza Teen” Released from Custody Following “Weak Positive” on Drug Test

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – Ethan Couch, the so-called “affluenza teen,” was released from custody Friday after being arrested earlier in the week on a probation violation. According to the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office, the drug patch Ethan Couch wore for monitoring showed a “weak positive” for THC. The probation department said they “did not have…MORE

US Sending 3,000 More Troops to Mideast as Reinforcements

US Sending 3,000 More Troops to Mideast as Reinforcements

WASHINGTON (AP) – The United States is sending nearly 3,000 more Army troops to the Mideast in the volatile aftermath of the killing of an Iranian general in a strike ordered by President Donald Trump. Defense officials said the troops are from the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. They are in addition to…MORE

Dallas Police Monitoring “Local Interests” Following Killing of Iranian Leader

Dallas Police Monitoring “Local Interests” Following Killing of Iranian Leader

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The Dallas Police Department is in touch with Federal partners following this week’s killing of Iranian military leader Qasem Soleimani. President Trump ordered the deadly airstrike. “While U.S. interests abroad are likely at greater risk following the killing of Qasem Soleimani overnight, we are in touch with our local, state and federal partners to monitor and protect…MORE