Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

FIFA to Announce Dallas Games for 2026 Tournament

FIFA to Announce Dallas Games for 2026 Tournament

The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule is set to be revealed on Sunday. That’s when the city of Dallas will discover how many World Cup games, and which pivotal matches will be played in North Texas. Other cities set to host games include Atlanta, Boston, Houston, Kansas city, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Jersey,…MORE

Major Changes Are Coming to DFW Airport

Major Changes Are Coming to DFW Airport

DALLAS, FORT WORTH, TX – (WBAP/KLIF) – On Thursday, the airport’s board and operations committee approved a contract with Innovation Next+ of Irving for design and construction of Terminal F. The billion dollar project will bring 15 new gates to the airport, with construction starting later this year In addition to beginning construction on the…MORE

Dan Quinn Headed to Washington D.C.

Dan Quinn Headed to Washington D.C.

The Dallas Cowboys’ Defensive Coordinator, Dan Quinn, is headed to Washington D.C. Commanders Owner Josh Harris has hired Quinn as the team’s new head coach. Many thought Quinn was headed for the Seahawks, but that role was given to Mike Macdonald, who served as the defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens for the past two…MORE

New Washington Bill Would Order DUI Immigrants to be Deported

New Washington Bill Would Order DUI Immigrants to be Deported

By Kimberly James, WBAP and KLIF News, Dallas, Texas. 59 House Democrats join Republican colleagues, passing a measure to deport undocumented immigrants caught driving under the influence. The bill passed 274-150. Alabama Republican Barry Moore introduced the measure, noting someone dies in a crash with an impaired driver every 45 minutes. The measure would make…MORE

4 Dead Following Police Chase Over Stolen Car From Irving to Dallas

4 Dead Following Police Chase Over Stolen Car From Irving to Dallas

DALLAS COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Irving Police Department said four people are dead following an overnight officer-involved chase Thursday morning. Investigators said officers located a stolen car in the 3200 block of North Belt Line Road. As officers initiated a traffic stop, the driver took off. Investigators said officers located a stolen car…MORE

Amber Alert Discontinued, Little Elm 10-year-old Found Safe

Amber Alert Discontinued, Little Elm 10-year-old Found Safe

UPDATE: 7:35 a.m. LITTLE ELM (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Little Elm Police Department said 10-year-old Kylin Arnold was found safe Thursday morning and is with officers. The Amber Alert has been discontinued. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance are under investigation. LITTLE ELM (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Texas Department of Public Safety Issued an…MORE

Dallas City Council Addresses Affordable Housing  Concerns

Dallas City Council Addresses Affordable Housing Concerns

DALLAS, TX – (WBAP/KLIF) – On Wednesday the Dallas City Council called a specialty meeting to address affordable housing. One proposal recommended changing the development code to allow for more triplexes and quad units in neighborhoods that only allow single family homes. Another called for lowering the minimum square footage for single family home lots.…MORE

New 911 Call Center In Tarrant County Will Serve Multiple Areas

New 911 Call Center In Tarrant County Will Serve Multiple Areas

LAKE WORTH, TX – (WBAP/KLIF) – Tarrant County is getting a new 911 call center. The Northwest Emergency Communications Center will be based in Lake Worth, however the operators working there will be responsible for getting help to people in a much larger area. The cities of Lake Worth, Saginaw, Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD are…MORE