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Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

WASHINGTON D.C. (AP) – Republican Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts. With a win in…MORE

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts. With a win in Wisconsin, Trump…MORE

Election 2024 Results

Election 2024 Results

National – Update as of 6:20PM – Fox news has called Kentucky and Indiana for Donald Trump. Kamala Harris wins Vermont. 6:35 Republicans pick up one senate seat and Trump wins West Virginia according to FOX News. Polling places in Georgia, South Carolina, Vermont and Virginia, along with the remaining polls in Indiana and Kentucky…MORE

Boeing Factory Workers Vote to End the Strike

Boeing Factory Workers Vote to End the Strike

(WBAP/KLIF) – The strike by 33,000 Boeing factory workers is coming to an end. The union machinists voted to accept the company’s latest contract offer, which includes a 38% pay raise over four years. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers stated that 59% of their members who cast ballots voted for the contract.…MORE

Attorney General Ken Paxton Has Deployed a Rapid Response Legal Team to Monitor Election Day Activity and Address Litigation

Attorney General Ken Paxton Has Deployed a Rapid Response Legal Team to Monitor Election Day Activity and Address Litigation

(WBAP/KLIF) – AUSTIN, TX – The Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team will be equipped to enforce Texas election laws and take immediate action on any contingencies, including ballot shortages, polling site closures, and improper extension of voting hours. Paxton will also prepare to take defensive action against activist groups who might attempt to influence…MORE

Dallas Police Arrest Woman in Shooting at Black Academy of Arts and Letters

Dallas Police Arrest Woman in Shooting at Black Academy of Arts and Letters

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News ) – A North Texas singer is recovering after being shot by a woman while she was signing autographs on stage at Black Academy of Arts and Letters concert Saturday night. Dallas police said the suspect, 26-year-old Micah Williams, was suffering from a mental health episode when she shot Jada Thomas. Investigators…MORE

Spirit Airlines is Looking to Cut Costs

Spirit Airlines is Looking to Cut Costs

(WBAP/KLIF) – The low cost carrier is planning to furlough about 330 pilots in January. On Thursday, a company spokesperson stated that the furloughs are part of the airlines effort to cut costs and shore up finances. Despite strong travel demand Spirit Airlines has been losing money, and is facing an uncertain future after the…MORE

TGI Friday’s is Filing for Bankruptcy

TGI Friday’s is Filing for Bankruptcy

(WBAP/KLIF) – On Saturday, TGI Fridays announced that they are filing for bankruptcy as the company looks for ways to ensure the long-term viability of the casual dining brand. The Dallas-based restaurant chain filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in a Texas federal court. The companies executive chairman stated that the primary driver of the…MORE