AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – The vice chairman of a new Texas House committee that’s addressing issues related to gun violence says some of its Republican members have received death threats. Democratic state Rep. Poncho Nevarez said Wednesday the lawmakers were targeted “by people who do not want to see any movement on gun issues.” Nevarez…… MORE
An Expansion May Already Be in the Works for the Newly Open TEXRail Service
Tarrant County, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – The newly opened TEXRail Service in Tarrant County could soon already be getting an expansion. Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn have written the federal transit administration saying they support using $40-million in federal funds to stretch the line about two miles southwest into Fort Worth’s medical district. The reason…… MORE
GM Recalls Pickups, SUVs To Fix Brake Issues
DETROIT (AP) – Under pressure from the federal government, General Motors is recalling more than 3.4 million big pickup trucks and SUVs in the U.S to fix a brake problem. The recall covers the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups from the 2014 through 2018 model years. Also included are the…… MORE
Reaction to the Death of Oil Tycoon T. Boone Pickens
Here is some reaction to the death of legendary oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens, who died Wednesday at his Dallas home at age 91: “T. Boone Pickens became a household name across the country because he was bold, imaginative, and daring. He was successful — and more importantly, he generously shared his success with institutions and communities…… MORE
Arlington Police Department Expands Hate and Bias Crimes Policy
(WBAP/KLIF) ARLINGTON – The Arlington Police Department has expanded the department’s hate and bias crime reporting policy to include the reporting of hate incidents. This new policy follows the national best practice of promoting and protecting civil rights in communities by implementing one of the key recommendations from the national publication Action Agenda for Community Organizations…… MORE
Multiple Injuries After A School Bus Crashes In Fort Worth
(WBAP/KLIF) FORT WORTH – According to police, multiple people suffered minor injuries on Wednesday afternoon after a school bus crashed in Fort Worth. Police say the crash happened within the 6900 block of Sheridan Road; which is south of Altamesa Blvd and west of Interstate 35W. Reports state the bus may have been with the Everman…… MORE
Guatemalan Teen Rescued from Human Trafficking Case in Southlake, Man Arrested
SOUTHLAKE (WBAP/KLIF)- Southlake Police and the Tarrant County Human Trafficking Unit rescued a 15-year-old girl from Guatemala who police say was forced to work at a Southlake Restaurant. “She made an outcry to a 16 year old, who contacted police,” said David McClelland with the Tarrant County Sheriffs Office. McClelland says the teen was brought…… MORE
Oil Tycoon T. Boone Pickens Dies at Age 91
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – T. Boone Pickens, who amassed a fortune as an oil tycoon and corporate raider and gave much of it away as a philanthropist, has died. He was 91. Spokesman Jay Rosser confirmed Pickens’ death Wednesday to The Associated Press. Pickens made his first millions in oil, burnishing an image as a…… MORE
Trump to Propose Ban on Flavorings Used in E-cigarettes
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump says his administration will propose banning thousands of flavors used in e-cigarettes amid an outbreak of breathing problems tied to vaping. State and federal health authorities are investigating hundreds of breathing illnesses reported in people who have used e-cigarettes and other vaping devices. No single device, ingredient or additive…… MORE
Plano ISD Implements New Stadium Bag Policy
PLANO (WBAP/KLIF) – Plano ISD is making changes to its stadium bag policy to better protect students and fans. According to the district, the are new policies are meant to to promote the safety and security of Plano ISD students and visitors by limiting the size and type of bags that spectators can bring in.…… MORE
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