Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

NASA Prepares to Launch “PACE” Satellite

NASA Prepares to Launch “PACE” Satellite

NASA is gearing up to launch its latest satellite into space. PACE, which stands for Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud and Earth Ocean Ecosystem Mission, is a satellite that aims to observe the earth. “This is an incredible satellite that’s actually studying the interaction between pollutants in the atmosphere, the ocean, how they share chemistry, how they…MORE

9-year-old Girl Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Collin County Bridge

9-year-old Girl Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Collin County Bridge

COLLIN COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Lovejoy ISD community is mourning the death of a 9-year-old girl who was killed in a multi-vehicle crash in Collin County this week. Authorities said it happened on the FM 3286 bridge over Lavon Lake on Wednesday around 3:45 p.m. In a Thursday news release, The Texas Department…MORE

DeSoto Woman Police Believe Was Kidnapped Found in Laredo

DeSoto Woman Police Believe Was Kidnapped Found in Laredo

DESOTO (WBAP/KLIF News ) – A North Texas woman Desoto Police believed was kidnapped in Lancaster on Thursday has been found safe in Laredo. Investigators announced early Friday morning that 37-year-old Lacy Lyn Overby will be reunited with her family soon. She was reported missing after last being seen at a Taco Casa near I-35…MORE

Atmos Requests Rate Increase

Atmos Requests Rate Increase

Atmos Energy recently went before the Dallas City Council to ask for a rate increase. The energy provider is asking council members for an increase of $47.9 million in annual revenues from the city, which would be a monthly increase of about $13.72 more per month. If approved, this new rate would take effect on…MORE

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