Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Jamie Foxx Talks of Medical Scare for First Time: “I Went to Hell and Back”

Jamie Foxx Talks of Medical Scare for First Time: “I Went to Hell and Back”

Undated (WBAP/KLIF) After months of speculation over the health of famed entertainer Jamie Foxx, the actor took to Instagram Friday to speak about the ordeal that left him hospitalized. With out saying specifically what happened, Foxx told his fans that he suffered a medical emergency that he says was so serious he wasn’t sure he…MORE

NASA Finds June 2023 Hottest on Record

NASA Finds June 2023 Hottest on Record

Washington, DC (WBAP/KLIF) – June 2023 was the hottest June on record according to NASA’s global temperature analysis. The GISS Surface Temperature Analysis GISTEMP, NASA’s global temperature analysis, is drawn from data collected by weather stations and Antarctic research stations, as well as instruments mounted on ships and ocean buoys. NASA scientists at the Goddard Institute for…MORE

Heat Advisory From 1PM Monday through 8 PM Tuesday West of FTW; High Up to 105

Heat Advisory From 1PM Monday through 8 PM Tuesday West of FTW; High Up to 105

Remember to practice heat safety by avoiding extended periods of time outdoors, staying hydrated, knowing the symptoms of heat illness, and wearing lightweight clothing. Monday Sunny and hot, with a high near 102. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Monday Night Clear, with a low around 79. East southeast wind around 10 mph. Tuesday…MORE

LISTEN: Police Crackdown on Speeders

LISTEN: Police Crackdown on Speeders

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Speed is the number one factor contributing to roadway crashes in Texas, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. In 2022, speed was a contributing factor in more than 162,000 roadway crashes in Texas, resulting in 1,469 deaths—a third of all traffic fatalities in our state. Speeding can also mean a…MORE

Ft. Worth Police Are Searching For Two Missing Girls

Ft. Worth Police Are Searching For Two Missing Girls

(WBAP/KLIF) – The Fort Worth Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding 2 young girls that went missing on Thursday. According to police, 15-year-old Ronasia Wright and 11-year-old Ava Cockroft were last seen together at the Diamond Mini-Mart at 5900 Boca Raton Blvd at 2:42 PM last Thursday afternoon. Wright is 4…MORE

1 Soldier Killed, 5 Injured in Fort Bliss Accident

1 Soldier Killed, 5 Injured in Fort Bliss Accident

(WBAP/KLIF) — Tragedy strikes at a Texas military base. The 1st Armored Division at Fort Bliss has confirmed that one soldier has died and five others were injured, Friday, in an accident. The military indicates the incident occurred at around 9:30 a.m. in the base’s training area. No details have been released on the identity…MORE

Desoto Police Are Searching For A Missing Girl

Desoto Police Are Searching For A Missing Girl

(WBAP/KLIF) – The Desoto Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding a young girl that went missing Friday morning. According to police, 11-year-old Zakiyah Garett was reported missing from her home at the 500 block of Ray Avenue in Desoto. She left home about 10:30 AM on Friday morning. Desoto police say…MORE

Women’s Pro Volleyball Team Coming to DFW

Women’s Pro Volleyball Team Coming to DFW

(WBAP/KLIF) — After debuting a new professional cricket team a few weeks ago, North Texas is continuing it’s reputation of being a sports mecca as DFW will soon be home to a new pro women’s volleyball team. The Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) has announced the addition of Dallas as the league’s newest franchise. A Dallas-based…MORE

Tarrant County Issues Ban on Outdoor Burning

Tarrant County Issues Ban on Outdoor Burning

(WBAP/KLIF) — After Wednesday’s large grass fire caused by a spark from a company cutting rebar, Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare has made a move to protect life and property. Fire Marshall Randy Renois says the large amount of manpower and resources dispatched on the fire made the move necessary. The fire danger in North…MORE

DFW Yellow Freight Employees Poised to Strike Monday

DFW Yellow Freight Employees Poised to Strike Monday

(WBAP/KLIF) — A strike is looming for one of the nation’s 10 largest trucking companies. Financial woes for Yellow Freight, which may lead to a strike of its over 22,000 employees as early as Monday. According to Brent Taylor with Teamsters Union Local 745, Yellow Freight has violated their collective bargaining agreement when the company…MORE