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The body of a missing man has been found in the Trinity River

The body of a missing man has been found in the Trinity River

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – The remains of an 84 year old missing man have been found in the Trinity River in the submerged wreckage of his car. James Booth was last seen alive on the morning of February 21. No trace of him was found until 4 days ago when a DPS dive team found a…MORE

One of Texas’ Most Wanted caught in Mexico

One of Texas’ Most Wanted caught in Mexico

HOUSTON (AP) – A man on the Texas 10 Most Wanted list has been captured in Mexico as part of an El Paso murder investigation. The Texas Department of Public Safety on Friday announced the arrest of Keith Antonio Boynes. Officials say Boynes, who was wanted on a murder-related charge and unlawful flight to avoid…MORE

Special Saturday Dallas County Health Services Back-To-School Immunization Clinic

Special Saturday Dallas County Health Services Back-To-School Immunization Clinic

                    Appointments are not required. Parents and guardians should bring immunization records.  Dallas County residents from brith to age 18 in the following categories are eligible for free immunizations August 11th under the Texas Vaccines for Children Program: -Medicaid eligible -Uninsured:  a child who has no…MORE

Dallas County Reports Third Heat Related Death of 2018

Dallas County Reports Third Heat Related Death of 2018

The latest victim of the brutal North Texas heat settling over the region this summer is a 30 year old outdoor worker, exposed to extreme heat conditions.  The death was reported in Tarrant County, because of the location of the man at the time of his death.    .  “Individuals exposed to hgih temperatures should…MORE

Shoppers head to malls, Save big on Tax Free Weekend

Shoppers head to malls, Save big on Tax Free Weekend

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- It’s a busy weekend for Galleria Dallas, shoppers are traveling just to save big on back to school items. Families with kids in elementary through high school are expected to spend around $680 and save around $60. According to a study from the National Retail Federation Texas shoppers will save an estimated $90.3…MORE

Dallas Mayor says Caraway Scandal is an Example of Lack of “Economic Inclusion” in Dallas

Dallas Mayor says Caraway Scandal is an Example of Lack of “Economic Inclusion” in Dallas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings is speaking out following the resignation of Mayor Pro-Tem Dwaine Caraway. Caraway pleaded guilty Thursday to federal  corruption charges. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the IRS, Caraway accepted $450,000 in bribes and kickbacks related to a scheme that could have contributed to the demise of Dallas County Schools. Mayor…MORE

LISTEN: Northwest ISD Taking Steps to Keep Students Safe

LISTEN: Northwest ISD Taking Steps to Keep Students Safe

(WBAP/KLIF) – The Superintendent of Northwest ISD is encouraging communication between administrators and parents in the wake of recent school shootings. Ryder Warren told the WBAP/KLIF School Safety Podcast that the district is taking steps to keep students safe but said precautions can also be taken at home. “Parents have to know what are in kids…MORE

Arlington ISD Students to Get Free Supplies and Health Screenings at Back to School Event

Arlington ISD Students to Get Free Supplies and Health Screenings at Back to School Event

ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – School is just around the corner for thousands of Arlington students and the district wants to make sure they’re well prepared. Leslie Bristow with Arlington ISD said the’re giving away 10,000 backpacks along with free health screenings and hair cuts to registered families. She said the event is vital to many because…MORE

Shark bites swimmer in Gulf of Mexico

Shark bites swimmer in Gulf of Mexico

CRYSTAL BEACH, Texas (AP) – Authorities say a 42-year-old man has been bitten by a shark while swimming off Texas and he’s being treated for numerous puncture wounds to his right leg. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office says the man was bitten Thursday morning while swimming near Crystal Beach. The man was bitten above the…MORE