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Gas Prices Drop Statewide, DFW Prices Well Below National Average
Dallas/Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF News) – Despite fears over the lasting impact of the tensions between the United States and Iran would have on the global oil marketplace, gas prices have dropped statewide this week. Triple A Texas’ Daniel Armbruster said consumers are saving money at the pump right now. “We saw a seven cent decrease…… MORE
State of Emergency in VA Ahead of Pro-Gun Rally as Judge Upholds Ban on All Weapons
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – A judge has upheld the Virginia governor’s ban on all types of weapons at a pro-gun rally planned for next week. Gov. Ralph Northam had announced the ban on Wednesday as he declared a state of emergency over threats of “armed militia groups storming our Capitol.” The judge’s order Thursday came…… MORE
Baylor Hires LSU’s Aranda As Head Coach
UNDATED (AP) – Baylor has hired LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda as its new football coach. The move was finalized three days after LSU beat Clemson for the national championship. He replaces Matt Rhule, who last week became head coach of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. Aranda takes over a Big 12 team on the rise.…… MORE
Fort Worth Fire On the Scene After Car Plunges Into the Trinity River; 2 Fatalities
UPDATED: 6;55AM Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – Fort Worth fire officials have confirmed two fatalities after a pickup truck plunged into the Trinity River overnight. The department’s dive team used cables to pull the vehicle back onto the University Bridge, at which time the bodies of two men were found just moments ago. The accident happened…… MORE
Ex-Texas Nurse Pleads Guilty in 1981 Death of 11-month-old
A former Texas nurse suspected in the killing of dozens of children pleaded guilty Thursday in the 1981 death of an 11-month-old boy, receiving a life sentence that a prosecutor said should ensure she dies in prison. Genene Jones, 69, was imprisoned in 1984 for killing one child and giving an overdose to another. She…… MORE
Dallas Mayor creates International Advisory Council, Improving City’s Role in the International Scene
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- The city of Dallas is implementing Mayor Eric Johnson’s International Advisory Council (MIAC) to improve the city’s international relations. The council consists of a group of five Dallas residents who formerly held the rank of United States Ambassador. Mayor Johnson appointed former U.S. Ambassadors Richard Fisher, Kathryn Hall, Robert Jordan, James C. Oberwetter, and Jeanne L. Phillips to the MIAC.…… MORE
Forest Hill Police Officer Released from Hospital, Suspect Identified
UPDATE 1/16: Officer Naquirra Williams has been released from the hospital and recovering from surgery. According to the Tarrant County Medical Examiners office, the suspect was identified as 32 year old Jose Chapa of San Anotnio. Police say Chapa stole a patrol car shortly after the shooting, led police on a chase and crashed on…… MORE
Big Business Prompts Widespread Growth in Irving
IRVING (WBAP/KLIF) – City leaders in Irving say big business is expected to fuel more growth in 2020. According to Mayor Rick Stopfer, Irving has more Fortune 1000 headquarters per-capita than any other city in Texas. It’s ranked eighth in the country for the number of headquarters. During his annual State of the City Address,…… MORE
Southwest Airlines Extends Cancellations While MAX planes Remain Grounded
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Southwest Airlines is the latest airline to push back the return of its Boeing 737 MAX planes. The planes were grounded last year after two deadly crashes overseas. Southwest has more of the Max aircraft than any other US airlines and said Thursday it is extending the removal of MAX flights from its daily schedules…… MORE
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