PLANO (WBAP/KLIF) – A Plano dentist was sentenced to federal prison for COVID-19 relief related violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs on Tuesday. According to Diggs, 43-year-old Brian Bui pleaded guilty to wire fraud and was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Sean…… MORE
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Keller ISD Superintendent Dr. Rick Westfall Announces Plans to Retire
KELLER (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Keller ISD Superintendent Doctor Rick Westfall announced plans on Monday to retire after six years on the job and 31 years in Texas public education. The veteran educator was named superintendent in July 2017. Before that, he served as deputy superintendent in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. “I am making this announcement now…… MORE
Allen Fire Department Releases May 6 Emergency Medical Response Timeline
Allen, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – On June 5, 2023, the Allen Fire Department released a summary of data laying out the complete timeline for the emergency medical response to the May 6th mass casualty event at the Allen Premium Outlets. “Every recoverable victim was saved,” said Dr. Kevin Hoffman, the medical director for the Allen Fire Department. The…… MORE
Scattered showers and storms expected this afternoon/evening; could produce gusty winds and small hail
While the threat for severe weather is low, some storms may contain gusty winds and small hail. High temperatures will warm into the mid 80s to low 90s with variable winds around 5 mph. Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. North northwest wind…… MORE
City of Dallas Network more than 90 percent Restored, Officials say
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The City of Dallas said on Monday that its network is more than 90% restored after a ransomware attack last month. The city released a statement saying it greatly appreciates the public’s support and patience as officials continue to investigate and address the cybersecurity incident that occurred on May 3. “Our staff…… MORE
Texas Businesses Support Governor’s Call for Property Tax Relief Through Compression
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – More Texas business and consumer organizations are joining a letter to state leadership supporting Governor Greg Abbott’s call for property tax relief through compression during the current special session of the Texas Legislature. With Monday’s addition, a total of 40 organizations and associations across the state of Texas have expressed support for Governor Abbott’s…… MORE
NTFB Launches Summer Camp aimed at Educating on Food Insecurity
PLANO (WBAP/KLIF) – The North Texas Food Bank is hosting an inaugural Kids Camp aimed at food insecurity this summer. According to NTFB organizers, Kids Camp is a day camp for children ages 8 – 11. The day camp is meant to empower young people to understand and fight hunger in their neighborhood. The camp…… MORE
Lancaster Woman Warns Residents About Poisonous Hemlock After Terrifying Reaction
LANCASTER (WBAP/KLIF News ) – A Lancaster woman is urging her neighbors to be careful after an encounter with the potentially deadly poisonous hemlock plant sent her to the hospital. In a Facebook post on Lancaster, TX Talks late last month, Kenzie Kizer said the incident was sparked by a letter from the city ordering…… MORE
Itasca ISD Superintendent Suspended Following Arrest in Online Child Sex Sting
Itasca, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – The Itasca ISD School Board voted [Monday] to suspend Superintendent Michael Stephens following his arrest last week in connection with a months long undercover online child sex sting. Itasca ISD’s Keith Boles will assume the role beginning tomorrow. He previously served as interim superintendent. The 47-year old Stephens was arrested Thursday…… MORE
Rain chances will linger into Monday mainly after 10AM
A few strong storms could have gusty winds and small hail. Localized heavy rain may also lead to minor flooding issues. Monday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Monday Night A 20…… MORE
