Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Westlake Man Arrested in $20-Million Wire Fraud Case

Westlake Man Arrested in $20-Million Wire Fraud Case

(WBAP/KLIF) — The U.S. Department of Justice has charged a North Texas man in a $20-million wire fraud case. 35-year-old Christopher Kirchner was arrested at his Westlake home, Tuesday, and charged with allegedly transferring $20-million in company funds to his personal account. The Westlake man founded Slync in 2017 and skimmed off 40% of the…MORE

Raquel Welch Dead at the Age of 82

Raquel Welch Dead at the Age of 82

(WBAP/KLIF) — Actress Raquel Welch died Wednesday, her representative confirmed to Fox News Digital. She was 82. The superstar catapult to fame in the sixties with “Fantastic Voyage” and “One Million Years B.C.” Welch starred alongside a few of Hollywood’s leading men through the years, including Frank Sinatra, Robert Wagner, James Stewart, Dean Martin and…MORE

Nikki Haley Announces 2024 Campaign

Nikki Haley Announces 2024 Campaign

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Republican Nikki Haley has kicked off her 2024 presidential campaign. She’s highlighting her biography while trying to sidestep the looming presence of her onetime boss, former President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the former South Carolina governor released a short video announcing her campaign. She formally launched her campaign Wednesday at a…MORE

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff to Speak in Dallas

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff to Speak in Dallas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Second Gentleman, and husband of Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Dallas this week to deliver the keynote address at the BBYO International Convention. According to organizers, more than 3,200 teens from 44 countries will attend the conference in Dallas February 15–20, representing the largest gathering of young Jewish leaders in…MORE

Chaos Erupts at Buffalo Shooter’s Sentencing Hearing [WATCH]

Chaos Erupts at Buffalo Shooter’s Sentencing Hearing [WATCH]

The sentence comes without the possibility of parole for Payton Gendron who was 18 when he opened fire at a Top’s Market in Buffalo, NY on May 14, 2022. BUFFALO, NY – AP (WBAP/KLIF) – The now 19-year old Payton Gendron, a self-professed white supremacist is set to be sentenced to life in prison today…MORE

Strong Storm Possible This Evening; Hail Likely, Tornadoes & Strong Winds Possible

Strong Storm Possible This Evening; Hail Likely, Tornadoes & Strong Winds Possible

There is a chance for severe thunderstorms to affect North Texas this evening with the greatest severe risk north of I-20 and east of I-35. Hail will be the main threat, but a couple tornadoes and damaging wind gusts are also possible. Coverage will be scattered, and not everyone will see thunderstorms or severe weather.…MORE

18-Wheeler Loaded with Packages Destroyed by Fire

18-Wheeler Loaded with Packages Destroyed by Fire

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) An overnight 18-wheeler fire is still causing problems for commuters this morning. Westbound #LBJ Freeway at Preston is backed to the Central Expressway. The truck filled with packages was torched. Mike Forbes from our media partner WFAA-TV tells us that there some speculation that is was a truck contracted by FedEX. Hazmat is…MORE

California Sen. Feinstein Says She Won’t Run for Reelection

California Sen. Feinstein Says She Won’t Run for Reelection

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein, whose groundbreaking political career shattered gender barriers from San Francisco’s City Hall to the corridors of Capitol Hill, said Tuesday she won’t seek reelection in 2024. The senator, who turns 90 in June, is the oldest member of Congress and has faced questions in recent years about…MORE