Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

JBS, World’s Largest Meat Supplier, Resuming Production After CyberAttack

JBS, World’s Largest Meat Supplier, Resuming Production After CyberAttack

CANBERRA, Australia (WBAP/KLIF News) – Production has started to resume in the wake of a cyber attack on the world’s largest meat supplier that forced JBS offline this week. In a statement released Tuesday, JBS became aware of the issue on Sunday and said the organized attacked impacted some of its supporting its North American…MORE

Texas GOP To Revive Voting Bill, Democrats Plot Next Move

Texas GOP To Revive Voting Bill, Democrats Plot Next Move

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Republicans pressed ahead with their push for tougher election laws Tuesday, vowing to ensure Democrats’ weekend victory over SB-7 is merely temporary. GOP Gov. Greg Abbott prepared to call lawmakers back for a special session to revive the voting measure that died when Democrats staged a dramatic walkout from the state Capitol…MORE

It’s baaack!  After a Pandemic-Forced Hiatus Last Year the SFOT Returns this Fall

It’s baaack! After a Pandemic-Forced Hiatus Last Year the SFOT Returns this Fall

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – After a year hiatus, due to the covid-19 pandemic, the time-honored tradition of the State Fair of Texas is returning in all its lone star glory this fall. State Fair of Texas president, Mark Glieber said in a statement, “This year’s commemorative theme art encompasses the foundation of what the fair is…MORE

Not All Texas Republicans Are Happy About Trump’s Endorsement of Greg Abbott

Not All Texas Republicans Are Happy About Trump’s Endorsement of Greg Abbott

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott has received the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. In a written statement Trump said, “No one has done more to secure the border and keep our communities safe than Governor Abbott. Trump added that Abbott is a staunch defender of the 2nd Amendment and has made Texas…MORE

Lake Worth Closed Due to High Water Elevation, Flooding Concerns

Lake Worth Closed Due to High Water Elevation, Flooding Concerns

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- Fort Worth has closed Lake Worth until further notice due to high elevation levels caused by heavy rain. This closure includes all recreational activity including boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, and swimming. “At the current elevation, boat wakes could cause flooding in some homes, and some boat docks could be under water,…MORE

Governor Abbott Signs Back the Blue Legislation

Governor Abbott Signs Back the Blue Legislation

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed several pieces of legislation into law on Tuesday that are aimed to stop cities from defunding the police and enhance penalties for criminal activities that interfere with or harm law enforcement. “The men and women of law enforcement put their lives on the line every day to…MORE

Senator Cornyn to Visit Southern Border Following Introduction of Bipartisan Border Legislation

Senator Cornyn to Visit Southern Border Following Introduction of Bipartisan Border Legislation

MCALLEN (WBAP/KLIF) – U.S. Senator John Cornyn will tour the Texas-Mexico border in the Rio Grande Valley on Wednesday. The Senator will be joined by Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), U.S. Representatives Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), and Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) following their introduction of bipartisan, bicameral border legislation. According to Cornyn, the Bipartisan Border Solutions Act responds to the surge in…MORE

Early Voting Ends Tuesday for June 5th Runoff Elections

Early Voting Ends Tuesday for June 5th Runoff Elections

NORTH TEXAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The clock is ticking for North Texans to cast their ballots early in the June 5th city and school board runoff elections. One of the most watched races being decided are mayoral runoffs in Fort Worth and Arlington. Mattie Parker, the former Chief of Staff for Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price,…MORE

Changed By Pandemic, Many Workers Won’t Return to Old Jobs

Changed By Pandemic, Many Workers Won’t Return to Old Jobs

There’s a wild card in the push to return to pre-pandemic life: Many workers don’t want to go back to the jobs they once had. Layoffs and lockdowns, combined with enhanced unemployment benefits and stimulus checks, gave many Americans the time and the financial cushion to rethink their careers. Their former employers are hiring again…MORE