FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The Tarrant County Furniture Bank (TCFB) just opened, making it the first in Fort Worth. The organization will provide new or gently used furniture to those transitioning out of homelessness. Clients are served on a referral and appointment basis only, explained Teresa Huskey, founder and executive director. “The Tarrant County Furniture Bank…… MORE
Dallas City Council Approves Incentive Package in its Pursuit of Uber
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The Dallas City Council voted Wednesday to approve an economic incentive package for an expansion of Uber Technologies in the City of Dallas. City leaders believe Uber’s expansion will bring thousands of high-paying jobs and a $110 million investment to the city. “The City Council’s vote for this competitive economic incentive package…… MORE
Several Officers Injured in Active Shooter Situation in Philadelphia
Update at 11:13pm: PHILADELPHIA (AP) -Police say gunman who shot and wounded 6 Philadelphia police officers is in custody after hourslong standoff.. Update at 5:30pm: PHILADELPHIA (AP) – A Philadelphia Police sergeant says six police officers have been shot in what’s still an active shooting situation in the city. Sgt. Eric Gripp tweeted Wednesday shortly…… MORE
Governor Abbott Forms Domestic Terrorism Task Force in Wake of El Paso Mass Shooting
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott announced Wednesday that he has formed a Domestic Terrorism Task Force in the wake of the El Paso mass shooting that left 22 people dead at a local Wal Mart. El Paso Police confirmed late last week that the alleged shooter confessed to the shooting and said he was targeting…… MORE
Dow Drops 800 After Bonds Flash Warning
Update at 3:30pm: NEW YORK (AP) – The Dow Jones Industrial Average sank 800 points after the bond market flashed a warning sign about a possible recession for the first time since 2007. The yield on the 10-year Treasury briefly dropped below the two-year yield Wednesday, an ominous signal that has predicted past recessions. Investors have…… MORE
Mexican Prosecutors Collaborate with U.S. Investigators in El Paso Shooting
MEXICO CITY (AP) – Mexican prosecutors have met with U.S. diplomats and representatives of the FBI to share information on investigations into the August 3 mass shooting at a Walmart in the Texas border city of El Paso. The shooting killed 22 people, including eight Mexican nationals, and police have said the 21-year-old alleged shooter…… MORE
The Big Tex Choice Finalists Have Been Announced
DALLAS, TEXAS – August 14, 2019 – The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas is proud to partner with Metro by T-Mobile to present the 15th Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards. On Sunday, August 25, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best…… MORE
Fort Worth: 1 Killed, 2 Seriously Injured in Trinity Metro Bus Crash
UPDATED: 8:58AM The truck that crashed into a Trinity Metro bus in Fort Worth this morning is seen being taken away from the scene. The crash that happened just before 5AM at the intersection of Angle and Long killed the truck driver died and and injured two bus passengers. Weather man have been a factor…… MORE
Polygamist Leader Warren Jeffs’ Mental Health Questioned
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) – Imprisoned polygamist leader Warren Jeffs has allegedly suffered a mental breakdown and isn’t fit to give a deposition in a sex abuse case against him. The claim was made in a court filing last month by lawyers representing a community trust that once belonged to a polygamous sect run by…… MORE
Three El Paso Shooting Victims Remain in Critical Condition
EL PASO, Texas (AP) — Half of those injured in the mass shooting at an El Paso, Texas, Walmart remain in the hospital 10 days later. Three people are still in critical condition and another 10 patients are in stable or “good” condition, according to officials the University Medical Center of El Paso and Del…… MORE
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