WASHINGTON (AP) – Hiring jumped in April as U.S. employers added 263,000 jobs, a strong gain that suggests businesses have shrugged off any concerns the economy may slow this year. The Labor Department says the unemployment rate fell to a new five-decade low of 3.6%, though that drop partly reflected an increase in the number…… MORE
American Expands at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) – American Airlines is expanding at its most profitable airport, opening 15 new gates at Dallas-Fort Worth International. American said the gates that opened Friday in Terminal E will let it add more than 100 daily flights on its American Eagle affiliate. By early June, Fort Worth-based American plans to operate…… MORE
New Evidence Leads to Capital Murder Charge for Widow of Slain North Texas Firefighter
ROYSE CITY, Texas (AP) – The widow of a Dallas-area firefighter is facing a capital murder charge after prosecutors said new evidence led to the upgraded count in his 2016 fatal shooting. Chacey Tyler Poynter of Royse City was charged with conspiracy to commit murder following the off-duty death of Robert Poynter, a University Park…… MORE
Governor Announces Additional Grant Funding For Border Security Operations In Texas
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced Friday $9 million in additional Operation Stonegarden Grant Program funding to increase operational capabilities of federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies along the border. The announcement follows a previous release of $4 million in grant funding as part of the $30 million in Operations Orders approved by the U.S…… MORE
Arlington Police Investigating Fatal Shooting Near Ballpark Way
Arlington, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Arlington Police are investigating an overnight shooting at the Bravo Apartments on Savoy Drive near Ballpark Way. A man was shot and killed in his truck after an argument. WBAP/KLIF’s Scott Sidway spoke with a witness who said that her “car was messed up by the man who was shot.” Princess…… MORE
Grand Prairie Police Chase Ends With Fatal Shots Fired in Cedar Hill
Dallas, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – A police chase involving Grand Prairie officers ended with a suspect being shot dead in Cedar Hill. Grand Prairie Police say a driver took off around 11 last night as an officer attempted to make a traffic stop. During the over 12-mile chase, police say the man abruptly came to a…… MORE
Bernie Sanders Backs Fort Worth Mayoral Candidate
Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) Democrat Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has endorsed Fort Worth Mayoral candidate Deborah Peoples. In a tweet, Sander said, “In Fort Worth on Saturday we can elect a true progressive for Mayor. Deborah Peoples will work to level the playing field. She will address income inequality and ensure equity for every family. Do…… MORE
Mayoral Elections Saturday in 3 of Largest Cities in Texas
DALLAS (AP) — Three cities that are among the largest in Texas, with a combined population of more than 3.5 million people, are holding mayoral elections Saturday. Nine candidates are vying to replace Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings, who is unable to seek a third term due to term limits. The Dallas Morning News in an…… MORE
New Trial Granted for Former Richardson Mayor, Husband
SHERMAN (WBAP/KLIF) – A new trial has been granted to the former Richardson Mayor and her developer husband convicted on federal corruption and bribery charges. According to prosecutors, Laura Maczka, now Laura Jordan, took money from developer Mark Jordan in exchange for votes. The two are now married and were each sentenced for their crimes earlier…… MORE
Sears Building at Valley View Mall Demolished to Pave Way for “Midtown” Project
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The redevelopment of property at Valley View mall in North Dallas is underway. Demolition of the old Sears building and auto center at Valley View began Thursday as developers pave the way for a new development in what will be known as “midtown” near LBJ Freeway and Preston Road. In its place,…… MORE
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