Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Governor Abbott Urges Nation’s Governors to Help Combat Border Surge

Governor Abbott Urges Nation’s Governors to Help Combat Border Surge

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott is urging American Governors to help support Texas’ border security efforts in the wake of the expiration of Title-42 last week.  In letters sent to each of his fellow Governors, Governor Abbott requested support in responding to the ongoing border crisis through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, which enables…MORE

Forney Police Searching for Suspects Involved in 7-11 Pin Pad Skimming

Forney Police Searching for Suspects Involved in 7-11 Pin Pad Skimming

FORNEY (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Forney police are asking the public to help catch suspects who installed two pin pad skimmers at two 7-11 convenience stores in the area. Surveillance photos show the men inside locations at 100 E US Highway 80 near Pinson Road and 1340 North FM 548 just south of Broad Street.…MORE

Wylie Community Holds Prayer Service for Sisters Killed in Allen Mass Shooting

Wylie Community Holds Prayer Service for Sisters Killed in Allen Mass Shooting

WYLIE (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Collin County community came together at the Cross Church in Wylie last night to honor the lives of two young victims of the mass shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets Mall on May 6th. 11-year-old Daniela Mendoza and 8-year-old Sofia Mendoza were among the eight victims killed. Their mother…MORE

Nationwide Police Officer Shortage Affected Dallas

Nationwide Police Officer Shortage Affected Dallas

(WBAP/KLIF) — A nationwide shortage of police officers is affecting North Texas. With fewer recruits and a large number of police officers changing professions or retiring, police departments are finding it difficult to fill their patrol cars. Police departments across the country are dealing with a shortage of officers to maintain an adequate workforce. Texas…MORE

Nationwide Police Officer Shortage Affected Dallas

Nationwide Police Officer Shortage Affected Dallas

(WBAP/KLIF) — A nationwide shortage of police officers is affecting North Texas. With fewer recruits and a large number of police officers changing professions or retiring, police departments are finding it difficult to fill their patrol cars. Police departments across the country are dealing with a shortage of officers to maintain an adequate workforce. Texas…MORE

Dallas City Promotes Summer Youth Safety

Dallas City Promotes Summer Youth Safety

(WBAP/KLIF) — The city of Dallas is implementing a successful crime deterrent this summer. The city began the Summer of Safety campaign, last year, aiming to reduce crime by providing programs for area youth to keep them engaged in wholesome activities. According to Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, the plan worked, by noticeably reducing crime during…MORE

Ken Paxton Going After Hotel Chain Hidden Fees

Ken Paxton Going After Hotel Chain Hidden Fees

(WBAP/KLIF) — The state of Texas is suing one of the nation’s largest hotel operators. Attorney general Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Hyatt Hotels Corporation for allegedly engaging in deceptive advertising practices in violation of the state’s consumer protection laws. The lawsuit specifies the practice of charging consumers mandatory hidden fees, such as resort…MORE

Allen Shooting Survivor: “Evil is not going to Win”

Allen Shooting Survivor: “Evil is not going to Win”

ALLEN (WBAP/KLIF) – One of the injured victim’s in the May 6 shooting at Allen Premium Outlets is telling his story Eight people were killed by a gunman at the outlet mall, before he was killed by Police. A number of people were injured and taken to local hospitals. Irvin Walker was the first patient…MORE

Allen Memorial Comes Down as Community Copes

Allen Memorial Comes Down as Community Copes

ALLEN (WBAP/KLIF) – A lone cross remained outside the south entrance to Allen Premium Outlets on Tuesday after organizers and Allen firefighters removed a memorial that was set up after the May 6 shooting that left 8 people and a gunman dead. Flowers, hand written notes, other gifts, and large crosses with the victims’ names…MORE