AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – The Texas House has cleared a bill strengthening the state’s open records laws after a border city refused to say how much it paid pop star Enrique Iglesisas for a concert. The measure gives tentative approval to requiring more disclosure over entertainment events that use public funds. The bill follows backlash…… MORE
Arlington: Months After Alleged Road Rage Shooting, Suspect Turns Himself In
Arlington, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Five months after a violent road rage incident in Arlington, the suspect has turned himself in. Police believe 29-year old Andrew Cantu fled to Mexico after the incident on October 22nd. Police say after a fender-bender on I-20 near Collins Street, Cantu allegedly fired shots into a car, striking the driver…… MORE
Man Claiming to Have a Bomb Arrested After Alleged Bank Robbery in Rowlett
Rowlett, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Rowlett and Garland police were called to a reported bank robbery Wednesday afternoon at a Bank of America at 2409 Lakeview Parkway in Rowlett. Police say the alleged suspect walked into the bank, claiming to have a bomb and demanded money, then drove off. Officers along with a DPS Air unit began…… MORE
Hillary Clinton Weighs In On Dallas Mayoral Race
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Hillary Clinton is endorsing a Dallas Mayoral Candidate. The former presidential contender is throwing her support behind Dallas lawyer Regina Montoya. Montoya made the announcement via twitter. In a statement, Clinton said she and Montoya have “been friends and colleagues for decades.” Mrs. Clinton went on to say, “Regina is committed to her…… MORE
Briton dies in head-on collision at Texas off-roading event
DALLAS (AP) — An Englishman has died after the four-wheeler he was driving collided head-on with another all-terrain vehicle at a North Texas off-roading event known as “Rednecks with Paychecks Spring Break,” a sheriff’s official said Wednesday. After the crash early Saturday, Steven Fairbairn was airlifted about 70 miles (110 kilometers) from the grounds of…… MORE
Arlington Texas Live Hotel Opens in Aug., Reservations Now Available
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)- A new hotel is coming to Arlington’s entertainment district. The Live! by Loews Hotel opens this Summer but is now booking reservations. Director of sales, Marcela Ceccacci said it’s a great location for sports fans….only a quarter of a mile away from the Cowboys Stadium, across the street from Globe Life Park and next…… MORE
Arlington PD Releases Annual Report: Reduce in Crime and Awards for Community Policing
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)- The Arlington Police Department released its annual report to show the community what they accomplished in 2018. Lieutenant Christopher Cook said they had a significant reduce in crime rates over the last year. There was an 8% reduction in overall crimes, 13% in violent crimes, and a 7% decrease in property crimes. Cook…… MORE
Texans React to Billboard Aimed at City of Dallas, Confederate Heritage
KEMP (WBAP/KLIF) – A billboard east of Dallas that appears to condemn the city for its recent action regarding confederate monuments, is offending some North Texans. The billboard sits off of HWY 175 near the City of Kemp, about 45 miles east of Dallas. It features a cartoon image of a Confederate soldier urinating on…… MORE
Texas Sheriff’s Call on Congress to Act Quickly to Secure Border
(WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Sheriff’s are calling on congress for more border security. Sheriff’s from more than 20 Texas counties are asking Congress to take action quickly to better secure the border. “There have been a half a million people in the United States or more that have perished from a drug overdose since 9-11,” said…… MORE
SMU Law School Welcomes 16-Year-Old Student
DALLAS – Students at SMU law school may soon be somewhat surprised to see a teenager sitting in the seat next to them. Haley Taylor Schlitz, 16, will be headed to Dedman School of Law this coming fall. Schlitz currently is attending Texas Woman’s University and is expected to graduate with a degree in Interdisciplinary…… MORE
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