Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Bull Kills Man Repairing A Fence

Bull Kills Man Repairing A Fence

Ferris (WBAP/KLIF) – A 60 year old man repairing a fence in a rural part of Ellis County near the town of Ferris was attacked by a bull, and killed Monday afternoon. The first deputies on the scene found the angry bull destroying property, and charging anyone who tried to help the injured man. The…MORE

Correction: Dallas Woman Admits Mississippi Bank Fraud

Correction: Dallas Woman Admits Mississippi Bank Fraud

UPDATE: Earlier we erroneously reported Husbands was a Regions Bank employee Gulfport, MS (WBAP/KLIF) – A Dallas woman has pleaded guilty in Gulfport, Mississippi to federal conspiracy to commit bank fraud charges in Mississippi. Cristina Husbands admitted conspiring with others to defraud Regions Bank branches in 5 Mississippi cities. She is also accused of committing…MORE

President Joe Biden Launches 2024 Reelection Campaign

President Joe Biden Launches 2024 Reelection Campaign

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday formally announced that he is running for reelection in 2024, asking voters to give him more time to “finish the job” he began when he was sworn in to office and to set aside their concerns about extending the run of America’s oldest president for another four…MORE

Early Voting Underway in May 6th Elections

Early Voting Underway in May 6th Elections

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Some North Texans are casting ballots this week in the May 6 municipal elections. Early Voting opened on Monday. “These are important elections,” said Collin County Election Administrator, Bruce Sherbet. “These are the issues that a lot of times really matter to every day citizens.” But, Sherbet expects a typical may voting…MORE

Fox News and Host Tucker Carlson Part Ways

Fox News and Host Tucker Carlson Part Ways

NEW YORK (AP) — Fox News said Monday it has “agreed to part ways” with Tucker Carlson, its popular and controversial host, less than a week after settling a lawsuit over the network’s 2020 election reporting. The network said in a press release that the last program of “Tucker Carlson Tonight” aired Friday. “We thank him for…MORE

Big Lotto Texas Jackpot.

Big Lotto Texas Jackpot.

Colleyville (WBAP/KLIF) – The third largest jackpot in Lotto Texas history was won Saturday night when the Lottery confirmed one ticket was sold that contains all six winning numbers: 3 5 18 29 30 52. The Texas Lottery says the winning ticket was sold at “Lottery Now” on Colleyville Boulevard in Colleyville. The holder, or…MORE

North Texas Resident Running For President

North Texas Resident Running For President

Richardson (WBAP/KLIF) – A north Texas resident Sunday declared himself to be a Republican candidate for President in the 2024 election. 55 year old Ryan Binkley is president and CEO of Generational Group, a business advisory firm he co-founded in Richardson that now has more than a dozen regional offices and 400 employees. He’s also…MORE

President Biden Partially Approves Texas’ Request for Major Disaster Declaration

President Biden Partially Approves Texas’ Request for Major Disaster Declaration

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced over the weekend that President Joe Biden partially approved the state’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for Texas counties impacted by the effects of icy conditions and winter weather from Winter Storm Mara earlier this year.  “I thank President Biden for his administration’s assistance as Texas…MORE

North Texans Celebrate the Earth at Fair Park

North Texans Celebrate the Earth at Fair Park

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The EarthX Expo converged on Fair Park over the weekend. The event is the world’s largest green gathering held annually around Earth Day in Dallas. The group’s Congress of Conferences highlights a wide range of environmental & sustainability-related topics. “It has grown to become the largest event of its kind in the…MORE

Texans have through Monday to take advantage of Tax Free Emergency Items

Texans have through Monday to take advantage of Tax Free Emergency Items

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management are encouraging Texans to participate in this year’s Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday Weekend that runs through Monday night. “One of the best ways for Texans to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their property in the event of severe weather is…MORE