Lewisville, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – A fearless 15-year old in Lewisville is being praised for her bravery in chasing down a man who allegedly peaked into her stall at a movie theater restroom. The girl, identified as Emmalyn says on her way to the restroom she made notice of a man in the hallway of the…… MORE
Five Cases Of Measles Confirmed in Texas
HOUSTON (AP) – Health officials say five cases of measles have been confirmed in southern Texas, including four children under the age of 2. The cases, which were announced Monday, include three in the Houston area, one in Galveston County and one in Montgomery County. A possible sixth case in Texas is awaiting lab confirmation.…… MORE
Beto O’Rourke says he’ll decide on 2020 run by month’s end
By STEVE PEOPLES and WILL WEISSERT NEW YORK (AP) — Breaking months of near-silence about his political future, Democrat Beto O’Rourke said Tuesday that he would announce his decision about a 2020 presidential run “before the end of the month” and suggested he’s leaning toward it. The former Texas congressman, who found political stardom in…… MORE
2-Story Rec Center Coming to Southeast Arlington
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)- A new recreation center is coming to Southeast Arlington Summer 2020. The 36,000 square foot facility will have indoor and outdoor spaces including fitness areas, dance studios, a skate park, playground, splash pad and a walking trail on the 12 acre site. Arlington Parks Planning Manager De’Onna Garner says this project has been in the…… MORE
Dallas Rape Crisis Center President Praises New Bipartisan Survivor Bills
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The President of the Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center says support for sexual assault survivors is long overdue, but is pleased to see help finally coming from Austin. Amy Jones helped advise lawmakers on new proposed legislation and this week, bipartisan state senators and representatives announced several new bills to support…… MORE
Cornyn Blasts ‘Bureaucrats’ for Delaying Post-Harvey Funding
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – One of the top Senate Republicans is blasting the Trump administration’s Office of Management and Budget for failing to release nearly $4.4 billion in recovery funding to Texas after Hurricane Harvey in 2017. John Cornyn says he has repeatedly met with federal officials: “I’m running out of patience with OMB.” Speaking…… MORE
Governor Abbott Names School Finance Reform Among Emergency Session Items
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – Governor Greg Abbott held his annual State of the State Address before a joint session at the Capitol, ahead of Tuesday’s State of the Union. The Governor declared several emergency items for this legislative session affecting schools, including finance reform, teacher pay, and increased safety measures. Governor Abbott also named mental…… MORE
Lewisville Police looking for Man who Impersonated as an Officer, Requested Sexual Favors and Stole from Massage Parlor
LEWISVILLE (WBAP/KLIF)- Lewisville Police are asking for the community’s help identifying a man who impersonated a police officer at a massage parlor. Police say the man went into Top Massage at 1010 S. Edmonds on January 31st for a 1-hour massage. After the man was taken to the massage room police say he requested the…… MORE
Southwest Testing Flights to Hawaii
Southwest Airlines has started test flights to Hawaii. The Dallas based company launching a test flight from Oakland, California to what they have dubbed their ”top new market.” If approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, Southwest could begin flights to Hawaii as early as March. Southwest has yet to announce which cities will have direct…… MORE
Buc-ee’s Faces Lawsuit at First Out-of-State Location
(WBAP/KLIF) – Texas based Buc-ee’s is facing some backlash at its first out-of-state location. The 120 fueling station convenience store just opened Jan. 21 in Baldwin County, Alabama and is already facing a lawsuit. The gas station opened with gas prices around $1.79, which some competitors argue is too cheap and violates an Alabama law…… MORE
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