WASHINGTON (AP) – As coronavirus cases surge again nationwide, the Supreme Court has temporarily barred New York from enforcing certain attendance limits at houses of worship in areas designated as hard hit by the virus. The court’s action late Wednesday won’t have any immediate impact since the two groups that sued as a result of…… MORE
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Cowboys Announce Strength and Conditioning Coach Markus Paul has Died
FRISCO (WBAP/KLIF) – The Dallas Cowboys announced Wednesday evening that Strength and Conditioning Coach Markus Paul has died. Paul suffered a medical emergency Tuesday at The Star in Frisco and was rushed to an area hospital. The Cowboys say 54-year-old Paul died Wednesday after undergoing further medical evaluation. Dallas plays Washington at home in Arlington…… MORE
Salvation Army in Dire Need of Donations
(WBAP/KLIF) – The Coronavirus pandemic has created a dire need for the Salvation Army. COVID-19 has reduced the number Red Kettle locations and holiday shoppers. That, coupled with record unemployment and a national coin shortage paints a dim picture for the Salvation Army. National Commander Ken Hodder visited Dallas, Wednesday afternoon, for the “Rescue Christmas campaign”…… MORE
Trump Pardons Flynn, Taking Direct Aim at Russia Probe
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump has pardoned former national security adviser Michael Flynn, taking direct aim in the final days of his administration at a Russia investigation that he has long insisted was motivated by political bias. Trump announced the pardon on Wednesday, calling it his “Great Honor.” Flynn is the second Trump associate…… MORE
Governor Abbott Encourages Texans To Participate In Small Business Saturday
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott is encouraging Texans to participate in Small Business Saturday on November 28. The Governor urges Texans to shop small, shop local, and help support businesses in their community throughout the holiday season — whether safely in-person or online. When shopping in-person, Texans are urged to protect themselves and loved ones…… MORE
Red Cross DFW Helping Families Displaced By EF-2 Tornado in Arlington
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – The American Red Cross DFW is helping dozens of families who were displaced after severe storms blew through the Metroplex spawning a tornado in Arlington late Tuesday night. The National Weather Service confirmed Wednesday afternoon that a preliminary investigation classified the storm’s strength as an EF-2 with winds as high as 115…… MORE
Is Cowboys Coach McCarthy a Racist For Smashing Watermelons?
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – When it was revealed that Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy smashed watermelons with a sledgehammer to inspire his troops the immediate reaction was laughter from the team and for most reporters. Fox Sports 1 commentator Shannon Sharpe found nothing funny about it. “Dear white America, any time you have black…… MORE
RadioShack Is Making A Comeback
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) – RadioShack, a fixture at the mall for decades, has been pulled from brink of death, again. It’s the most prized name in the basket of brands that entrepreneur investors Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez have scooped up since the coronavirus pandemic bowled over the U.S. retail sector and sent a…… MORE
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TAMU & Dallas-Based Company Develop Super-Fast COVID Breathalyzer Test [VIDEO]
Texas (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas A&M researchers and a Dallas-based artificial intelligence company have developed a rapid COVID-19 breathalyzer test that produces results in seconds. The device, called Worlds Protect, rests in a kiosk that can be set up anywhere. Chris Rohde with Worlds Inc in Dallas explained how it’s used: “People can walk up and…… MORE
Severe Thunderstorms Across NTX; Damaged Buildings & Displaced Residents in Arlington
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLF) – A damaging series of strong thunderstorms moved across North Texas last night. Heavy rains flooded streets, caused accidents, toppled trees, and ripped shingles off roofs. Arlington is reporting some of the heaviest damage at an apartment complex; the damage displaced 75 families at the Waterdance Apartments of Pioneer Parkway. The are also…… MORE
