WASHINGTON (AP) – Beto O’Rourke’s Democratic presidential campaign says he raised more than $6 million online during the first 24 hours after he announced his White House bid last week. O’Rourke spokesman Chris Evans tweeted Monday the “record-breaking” $6.1 million came “without a dime” from political action committees, corporations or special interests. The $6.1 million…… MORE
Southwest Airlines Begins Flights to Hawaii
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Southwest Airlines’ inaugural flight to Hawaii touched down in Honolulu on Sunday afternoon, marking a milestone for the Dallas-based airline. It’s the first time the airline flew passengers so far over open ocean to such a distant destination. Southwest veteran pilot, Capt. Michael Styer told our media partner WFAA-TV. “It’s been a…… MORE
2 kidnapped Texas children found safe; Truck driver arrested
WINSLOW, Ariz. (AP) — Authorities say a truck driver accused of kidnapping two children in Texas has been arrested on northern Arizona and the boy and girl are both safe. Winslow police say 47-year-old Marshall Pendergrass of Jacksonville, Florida was taken into custody Saturday and is facing federal charges. It was unclear Sunday if he…… MORE
Southwest Airlines With A Possible Labor Deal With Mechanics
DALLAS (AP) – Southwest Airlines and a union representing its mechanics say they’re on the verge of ending a bitter, long-running labor dispute that has triggered hundreds of flight cancellations and raised safety concerns. The two sides say the breakthrough announced Saturday consists of a preliminary agreement on a new contract after six years of…… MORE
Fort Worth’s $1 billion Panther Island project
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) – Fort Worth’s nearly $1.2 billion Panther Island project is pitched as a flood control measure that would create a vibrant riverfront neighborhood, but critics are questioning whether it’s disguised as a flood plan to tap into federal money. Backers say the project will pull thousands of acres of Fort Worth…… MORE
Chief embezzles from volunteer fire department
Galveston (WBAP/KLIF) – A former volunteer fire department chief in the southeast Texas town of Crystal Beach has pleaded guilty to stealing $70,000 in department funds, and spending it in Louisiana racetracks and casinos. 61 year old David Loop was caught when the volunteer fire department checks began bouncing. He faces at least five years…… MORE
Johnny Football signs another contract with another league
Undated (WBAP/KLIF) – The former Texas A&M football star known as “Johnny Football” is still in some demand despite his widely reported personal and professional problems. Johnny Manziel was abruptly terminated without explanation by the Canadian Football League during its off season. He has now been signed by the Alliance of American Football, and will…… MORE
North Texas Humane Society Works With Wings of Rescue Proving Pigs Can Fly
FORT WORTH – The expression “when pigs fly” comes true in North Texas Sunday, with the North Texas Humane Society and Wings of Rescue airlift of 13 pigs and one hundred other pets to Minnesota. HSNT worked with “Wings” again to lessen overcrowding issues by moving pets to places where people are waiting to adopt…… MORE
Medstar Mobile Healthcare Wins Rare Accreditation Again
FORT WORTH – WBAP/KLIF – Fort Worth’s first responder service “Medstar” earns rare “gold star” accreditation from the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch. Only 2 percent of 9-1-1 first responders earn this. Medstar already has a thumbs up from another commission overseeing America’s first responders, making Medstar’s accomplishments very unusual; in fact, one of just…… MORE
Reports of Shots Fired Midday Saturday at A Dallas Night Club
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Police are investigating reports of shots fired at a Dallas Night Club on Haskell Avenue. The shooting reportedly happened just before noon on Saturday at Linares Bar. According to police witnesses say a man came outside of the club, fired several rounds and went back inside. Dallas Police and SWAT responded,…… MORE
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