DALLAS (AP) – Clayton Williams, a colorful Texas oilman whose 1990 run for governor was derailed by making a joke about rape and saying he didn’t pay income taxes one year, has died. He was 88. A relative says Williams died Friday at his home in Midland after struggling with pneumonia. Williams’ nephew, Clay Pollard,…… MORE
North Texans Head to Polls for Early Voting
COLLIN COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- February 18th is the first day of early voting. Texans will be voting during the primaries on Presidential Candidates, U.S. Senate Candidates, U.S. Representatives, Judges and Party Propositions. Collin County Elections Chair Bruce Sherbet says early voting helps to increase voter turnout. “What happens in a primary election is both parties want…… MORE
Diary Farmers of America Agree to Buy Embattled Dallas-Based Dean Foods Fort $425 Million
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Embattled Dallas-based diary processor Dean Foods has found a buyer. Diary Farmers of America has agreed to buy the country’s largest milk producer for $425 million. In a statement, DFA said the two parties had been negotiating since it became aware of Dean’s plan to file voluntary Chapter 11 reorganization proceedings.…… MORE
KLIF Morning News: Bloomberg Could Debate, and Your Face Could Be a Lie
0:25 — The rise of Bloomberg continues on the left, so much to where he has qualified to debate in Nevada Wednesday night. Jim Roope joined the show to talk about the Democrats’ new strategy. 5:05 — Turns out, your face isn’t as good an indicator of emotion as you think. Dave & Scott break…… MORE
Pier 1 Imports Files For Bankruptcy
Pier 1 Imports Inc. — the once-trendy supplier of home goods like papasan chairs and throw pillows — filed for bankruptcy protection Monday after years of sliding sales. The Fort Worth, Texas-based company has been struggling with increased competition from budget-friendly online retailers like Wayfair and Amazon and discount stores like Home Goods. In a…… MORE
NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman in ‘Serious Condition’ Following Crash During Final Lap at Daytona 500
DAYTONA, FL (WBAP/KLIF)- Officials say NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman was in serious condition after he was caught with his car flipped upside down. NASCAR released a statement saying his injuries are not life threatening. pic.twitter.com/euuHYxPHxj — NASCAR (@NASCAR) February 18, 2020 The 42-year-old is a 19-year NASCAR veteran. The crash occurred during the final…… MORE
Irving-Based Boy Scouts of America Files for Bankruptcy In The Wake of Sex Abuse Lawsuits
IRVING (WBAP/KLIF)- The Irving-based Boy Scouts of America declares bankruptcy, overnight. This comes in the wake of thousands of men who say they were molested as boys by scout leaders, decades ago. These allegations caused dwindling membership numbers. Seattle Attorney Mike Beau filed several cases against the Boy Scouts. He tells WFAA-TV filing for bankruptcy…… MORE
A Fire at a Corpus Christi Refinery Forces a Road Closure & Short Shelter in Place
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) – Citgo says a fire at one of its refineries in Corpus Christi, Texas, has been extinguished and that no one is injured. The petroleum company says the fire began shortly after 8:30 a.m. Monday and was out shortly before 11 a.m. with “no threat to the surrounding community.” Citgo says…… MORE
Fort Worth Based Pier 1 Imports Inc., Reportedly Filing For Bankruptcy
UNDATED (AP) – Home goods retailer Pier 1 Imports Inc. is filing for bankruptcy protection. The Fort Worth, Texas-based company, which was founded in 1962, has recently struggled with increased competition from online retailers such as Wayfair. Pier 1 said Monday it will pursue a sale, with a March 23 deadline to submit bids. In…… MORE
A New Dallas Landmark Has Locals Scratching Their Head
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- A new Dallas landmark has been born by accident and locals are enjoying it while it lasts. “It truly is like the leaning tower of Dallas like what are they going to do about it,” said Dallas local Steve Kimble. After a failed implosion attempt Sunday morning, the center shaft of a…… MORE
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