Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Garland Sisters Victims in Deadly Shooting at Texas A&M Commerce, Suspect Arrested

Garland Sisters Victims in Deadly Shooting at Texas A&M Commerce, Suspect Arrested

COMMERCE (WBAP/KLIF) – UPDATE: Officials say a suspect has been arrested on the charge of capital murder in connection with the shootings that occurred on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce Monday. “The suspect is 21-year-old Jacques Dshawn Smith. Smith is not a student at A&M-Commerce. He is believed to be the ex-boyfriend of Abbaney Matts,…MORE

What to Listen for During the State of the Union Speech

What to Listen for During the State of the Union Speech

WASHINGTON (AP) – As soon as President Donald Trump finished his State of the Union address, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ripped her copy in two. Right there, on the dais behind him. Trump was barely done, turning to greet the crowd of lawmakers Tuesday night, when Pelosi, without a moment’s delay, turned the papers in…MORE

As Democrats Wait for Iowa Caucus Results, #TeamTrump Celebrates Symbolic Win

As Democrats Wait for Iowa Caucus Results, #TeamTrump Celebrates Symbolic Win

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Democratic Party officials in Iowa are working furiously to deliver the delayed results of their first-in-the-nation caucus. They say final results will be released sometime today (Tuesday). Frustrated presidential candidates are claiming momentum and plowing ahead in their White House quests. Technology problems and reporting “inconsistencies” kept party officials from releasing…MORE

Rush Limbaugh Announces he has Advanced Lung Cancer

Rush Limbaugh Announces he has Advanced Lung Cancer

(WBAP/KLIF) – Rush Limbaugh has announced on his radio show on WBAP that he has advanced lung cancer. “I really don’t like talking about myself and I don’t like making things about me,” Limbaugh said as he closed his show on Monday. Limbaugh said the diagnosis was confirmed by two medical institutions last month. This…MORE

Winter Weather Could Effect North Texas Roads This Week

Winter Weather Could Effect North Texas Roads This Week

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- A sudden surge of winter weather could be making North Texas roads dangerous to drive on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Val Lopez of the Texas Department of Transportation assures drivers that roads have been treated with brine as of Monday morning in preparation. But he also hopes drivers to their part…MORE

2 Killed, Toddler Injured in Shooting at Texas A&M Commerce in East Texas

2 Killed, Toddler Injured in Shooting at Texas A&M Commerce in East Texas

COMMERCE (WBAP/KLIF)- Texas A&M Commerce University officials say two women were killed and 2-year-old toddler has been taken to the hospital, in stable condition. University officials say the shooting took place at Pride Rock Residence Hall, a three story dorm open to first year students. Officers are stationed throughout the campus and a shelter-in-place will…MORE

Suspect Involved in Hurst Mall Shooting Identified

Suspect Involved in Hurst Mall Shooting Identified

HURST, TEXAS (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- The suspect involved in a shooting in a parking structure at North East Mall in Hurst Sunday afternoon has been identified. 21-year-old Tacorian Kieth Howard has been charged with aggravated assault with a weapon, unlawful carrying of a weapon, and other Euless police warrants. One victim, a 35-year old male, was…MORE

Former High School Coach of Patrick Mahomes Reacts to Super Bowl Win

Former High School Coach of Patrick Mahomes Reacts to Super Bowl Win

WHITEHOUSE, TEXAS (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- The town of Whitehouse, Texas is celebrating today after hometown kid Patrick Mahomes won the Super Bowl last night in Miami. His former coach and current Athletic Director of Whitehouse High school Adam Cook is still overcome with excitement. “To see what happened last night is pretty amazing that is the…MORE

Deadline to Register to Vote on Super Tuesday Ends Monday

Deadline to Register to Vote on Super Tuesday Ends Monday

DALLAS  (WBAP/KLIF News) – Anyone who plans on voting in the March 3rd primaries needs to be registered to vote by the end of business day Monday. Texas is one of 14 states that hold primaries on Super Tuesday. It’s a semi-open primary state, so voters do not have to declare a party affiliation and…MORE