Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – The first known Texas case of the COVID-19 B.1.1.7 variant has been identified in a resident of Harris County. The man, who has no history of travel, was recently diagnosed with COVID-19.The case is being investigated by Harris County Public Health and the Texas Department of State Health Services. “The fact that…… MORE
Washington (WBAP/KLIF) – Republican and Democratic lawmakers and others have accused President Trump of inciting the Capitol riot on Wednesday. Many accuse Trump of angrily firing up his base for months with unsubstantiated claims of election fraud. According to multiple reports senior members of the Trump administration have discussed invoking the 25th Amendment to remove him…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on Congress’ tally of the Electoral College vote won by Joe Biden (all times local): 9:15 p.m. The Senate overwhelmingly voted down the objection from Arizona. 7:30 p.m. Congress has reconvened and is continuing its process to certify Joe Bidens win. The certification is likely to be completed tonight. 5:50…… MORE
WASHINGTON D.C. (WBAP/KLIF) – President Donald Trump is discouraging violence following a breach at the U.S. Capitol building. “I am asking for everyone at the U.S. Capitol to remain peaceful,” President Trump tweeted. “No violence! Remember, we are the party of law & order – respect the Law and our great men and women in…… MORE
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – A rare COVID-related illness in children has 5 kids hospitalized at Cook Children’s Hospital. Parents of these children are just learning about Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome in Children or MIS-C. The symptom list includes fever, gut pain and vomiting and can present in children weeks after they’ve recovered from COVID-19. Five children…… MORE
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF) – North Texas counties and health providers are trying to keep up with demand for the COVID-19 vaccine. Collin, Dallas, and Tarrant Counties have all set up online portals to register to be vaccinated if you’re older than 65 or have an underlying health risk. Thousands of residents have signed up. In Tarrant…… MORE
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – Ft. Worth Mayor Betsy Price has announced she will not seek a sixth term in office. Price, who is 71, said she hopes to spend more time with her grandchildren. “It’s a hard decision but it’s the right thing at this time,” said Price. Coming to that conclusion is nothing that…… MORE
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – North Texans are braving long lines to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Outside Tarrant County Resource Connection in Fort Worth on Monday a socially distanced line wrapped around the complex with eligible populations waiting hours with their lawns chairs and masks to get vaccinated. But first, they had to register online. “They…… MORE
A local member of the U.S. House of Representatives has tested positive for coronavirus. Representative Kay Granger was tested once she arrived in DC for the beginning of the 117th Congress. She was later notified that she had tested positive and immediately quarantined. Having received the vaccine in December, she is asymptomatic and her staff…… MORE
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – When the Texas Senate opens for the 87th Legislative Session January 12th, there will be new COVID-19 protocols in place. Lt. Governor Dan Patrick released the measures Monday morning and said they were necessary to protect elected officials, their staff and the public. “At a time when the U.S. Capitol and…… MORE
