FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – Fort Worth based Lockheed Martin is hiring by the hundreds. The company has added 1,800 workers within the last year to ramp up production of F-35 fighter jets. It plans to hire at least 400 more technicians, mechanics and assemblers this week. Lockheed interviewed more than 1,000 candidates for those positions…… MORE
Long beards and Big hearts: Local Organization Delivers Stuffed Backpacks to Homeless Veterans
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The non-profit has been dubbed “Whiskers for Wounded Warriors.” The group, consisting of 14 bearded men has been helping Veterans for years. They’ve teamed up with local police departments to deliver backpacks to homeless veterans. Sachse Police Department, Murphy Police Department, Wylie Police Department, Rowlett Police Department and Garland Police Department loaded…… MORE
Fort Worth Police Looking for Man Who Robbed Family Dollar Dressed as a Woman
Family Dollar robbery suspect and arrested person Family Dollar robbery suspects. Two subjects came in dressed as women.One is in custody and one suspect is outstanding. Please note the movement/mannerisms of the unidentified suspect. If you have any information that may assist in identifiying this 2nd suspect, please contact our Robbery unit at 817-392-4469. Posted…… MORE
Trump says he would ‘Certainly Meet’ with Iran’s Rouhani
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump says he would “certainly meet” with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani if the Iranian leader was willing, adding he would do it with “no preconditions.” Trump says during a joint news conference with Italy’s leader that he believes in meetings and is pointing to the benefits of recent meetings with…… MORE
$100 Million Lawsuit Filed on Behalf of Missouri Duck Boat Accident Victims
(CNN) — A wrongful death lawsuit seeking $100 million in damages has been filed against the operator of the duck boat that sank on a lake near Branson, Missouri, killing 17 passengers. The lawsuit specifically says, “the canopy of the Duck Boat entrapped passengers and dragged them to the bottom of the lake,” adding that…… MORE
Pot Is A Step Closer To Being Legal Over the Red River
TULSA, Okla. (AP) – A group working to legalize recreational marijuana in Oklahoma says it’s gathered enough signatures to qualify for the ballot. Green the Vote announced Sunday that’s collected more than 132,000 signatures for its ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana. The group needs at least 124,000 signatures by Aug. 8 to qualify, though…… MORE
A New Week Brings Showers, Storms and a Cold Front for North Texas
DFW (WBAP/KLIF) – Thunderstorms rolled across the metroplex Monday morning causing power outages and a temporary ground stop at Dallas Ft. Worth International Airport. WBAP/KLIF Meteorologist Brad Barton says the last measurable rainfall across DFW was on July 12th. While the rain is not expected to improve drought conditions it will bring down temperatures. Highs…… MORE
First Baptist Dallas Celebrates its 150th Anniversary
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – There was a milestone celebration at First Baptist Church Dallas Sunday. The historic church is celebrated its 150th anniversary with a colorful balloon drop. The church has grown from 11 founding members in 1868, who convened at the Masonic Hall near Lamar and Ross Streets in Dallas. It has grown to some…… MORE
Texas capital city considering changing its name
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — Jaws are dropping across the Lone Star State as the city of Austin’s Equity Office suggests the city may want to change its name. Stephen F. Austin is known as “the father of Texas” and hailed for many accomplishments. Now he is being remembered now for his opposition to abolition. When…… MORE
REPORT: Atmos Gas Leak Problems Extend Far Beyond Initial Trouble Zone
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Atmos Energy says it plans to replace several miles worth of underground gas lines — this, after they spent weeks replacing lines underneath several thousand homes in northwest Dallas due to a series of gas leaks. The company says it conducted research in areas outside of the original problem area, which was…… MORE
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