Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

As Trump Battles Elite Colleges, House GOP Looks to Hike Endowment Tax by at Least Tenfold

As Trump Battles Elite Colleges, House GOP Looks to Hike Endowment Tax by at Least Tenfold

WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress looks to slash spending and raise revenue for President Donald Trump’s tax bill, Republicans have turned attention to the huge endowments amassed by the country’s wealthiest colleges. Varying proposals have called for raising the rate to 14% or 21%, treating traditionally tax-free universities like major corporations. Trump previously said he…MORE

Federal Reserve Likely to Defy Trump & Keep Rates Unchanged this Week

Federal Reserve Likely to Defy Trump & Keep Rates Unchanged this Week

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve will likely keep its key short-term interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, despite harsh criticism from President Donald Trump and his demand that the Fed reduce borrowing costs. After causing a sharp drop in financial markets two weeks ago by saying he could fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the Republican…MORE

Trump Has Threatened a 100% Tariff on Movies Made Outside the US

Trump Has Threatened a 100% Tariff on Movies Made Outside the US

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump is threatening to levy all films made outside the U.S. at a steep rate of 100%. Over the weekend, Trump accused other countries of “stealing the movie-making capabilities” of the U.S. and said that he had authorized the Commerce Department and the U.S. Trade Representative to “immediately begin…MORE

Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill creating Education Savings Accounts program in Texas

Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill creating Education Savings Accounts program in Texas

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation into law on Saturday that creates Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) in Texas. Texas Republicans call the legislation “school choice.” The $1 billion program will allow families to spend state funds on private school tuition. Abbott signed the bill at the Texas Governor’s Mansion on Saturday afternoon, where…MORE

DFW Airport and American Airlines Announce Acceleration and Expansion of Plans -Terminal F

DFW Airport and American Airlines Announce Acceleration and Expansion of Plans -Terminal F

DFW AIRPORT – (WBAP/KLIF) – – Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and American Airlines annouce agreement to quicken and expand the scope of the airport’s new Terminal F. Gate numbers will be doubled, customer amenities expanded, and a Lease Agreement between DFW and American to 2043 and increases the estimated Terminal F investment to…MORE

U.S. & Ukraine Sign Rare Earth Minerals Deal

U.S. & Ukraine Sign Rare Earth Minerals Deal

(WBAP/KLIF) — KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The U.S. and Ukraine announced on Wednesday an economic deal after a weekslong press by President Donald Trump calling on Ukraine to compensate Washington for billions in military and economic assistance to help Ukraine repel the Russian invasion. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a video posted to X…MORE

Denton County Reports First Measles Case

Denton County Reports First Measles Case

(WBAP/KLIF) — Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting the first case of measles in Denton County this year. This individual is an adult with an unknown vaccination status. To protect patient confidentiality, no further personal information will be released. “Today’s case is further evidence that measles cases are on the rise – and the…MORE

The Cowboys Select Their Second And Third Round Draft Picks

The Cowboys Select Their Second And Third Round Draft Picks

(WBAP/KLIF) – GREEN BAY, WI – The Dallas Cowboys selected Donovan Ezeiruaku as their second round number 44 overall pick. Ezeiruaku is a defensive end from Boston College, and was voted first-team All-American in his senior season. The 248-pound pass rusher also won the Ted Hendricks Award, which is given annually to the nation’s top…MORE

Texas Lawmakers Approve $1 Billion Dollar Private School Voucher Plan

Texas Lawmakers Approve $1 Billion Dollar Private School Voucher Plan

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas lawmakers have passed a $1 billion education bill that allows families to use public money to pay for private school tuition. Thursday’s vote is a major victory for school voucher proponents nationwide and one that has been pushed by President Donald Trump. The measure won final approval from the state…MORE