FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- A Fort Worth family awaits a trial date for a wrongful death, police brutality case against Fort Worth Police. In 2013, officers did a ‘no knock’ drug raid at Jermaine Darden’s home, where multiple people were inside, including a pregnant woman and kids. Darden’s family attorney Daryl Washington says body camera footage shows…… MORE
A New Choice For Consumers When it Comes to Home Internet Service
NEW YORK (AP) – Cellular companies are looking to challenge traditional cable companies with residential internet service that promises to be ultra-fast, affordable and wireless. Verizon’s wireless service for the home launches in four cities Monday using an emerging wireless technology known as 5G. The service promises to be cheaper to build and operate, but…… MORE
Southwest Engine Failure Prompts More Inspections
(WBAP/KLIF) – The engine failure on a Southwest Airlines plane earlier this year is prompting more engine inspections. A woman was killed in April when the engine failed mid-flight. The Federal Aviation Administration said Monday that it is increasing the number of inspections on Boeing 737 aircraft with CFM56 engines. Aviation expert Denny Kelly said…… MORE
However You Plan To Vote in November, You Will Have the Option to Check One Box
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – Texas Republicans are hopeful that the party’s candidates will ride out momentum from a re-energized Democratic Party with the help of straight-ticket voters in November. The Houston Chronicle reports that Texas is among eight states that offer “straight-ticket” voting. It’s a shortcut box on a ballot that allows voters to automatically…… MORE
Abbott and Valdez Square Off in their First and Only Televised Debate
Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – Incumbent Governor Greg Abbott squared off with his Democratic challenger Lupe Valdez in their first and only gubernatorial debate Friday night. The first question dealt arming teachers in the state, which Governor Abbott favors. He said the issue was among those supported by school administrators, parents and teachers in Sante Fe, Texas…… MORE
President Trump Says New Trade Deal Will Make the U.S. a ‘Manufacturing powerhouse’
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump is celebrating his latest revamped trade agreement with America’s two neighbors and is calling the pact for the United States, Mexico and Canada the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA). He said Monday the deal has a “good ring to it,” repeating U-S-M-C-A several times. The agreement was reached…… MORE
Facebook Says it Doesn’t Know What Data Was Compromised
DALLAS (KLIF/WBAP) — It’s being called the largest security breach in Facebook’s company history. Hackers found several flaws in the coding for the social network, and through them, they were able to access more than 50 million profiles. Facebook made the announcement Friday. They say they’ve patched the code and called the proper authorities. But…… MORE
Former TCU QB Boykin Indicted on Assault Charge
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) — Former TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin has been indicted on a felony assault charge stemming from an incident earlier this year where he reportedly broke his girlfriend’s jaw. From an interview with WFAA-TV earlier this year, Shabrika Bailey says the incident escalated after she refused to show him a text message…… MORE
Marriage Proposal For Texas Couple Ends With Rescue
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) – A Texas man found a scenic location in the Colorado mountains to propose to his girlfriend, but the couple ran into trouble on the way down. The Boulder County sheriff’s office says 27-year-old Joshua Mason of Denton, Texas, took 28-year-old Katie Davis on a hike Saturday to Jasper Peak at an…… MORE
Houston Temporarily Halts Construction of Robot Brothel
HOUSTON (AP) – Houston city officials have ordered a halt, at least temporarily, to a Canadian company’s plan to open a so-called “robot brothel” in the city. The Houston Chronicle reports building inspectors ordered the halt after determining KinkySDollS lacked the permits required for demolition and construction. The company has received push-back from community groups…… MORE
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