Update at 4:15pm: The Department of Public Safety said in a statement Tuesday that a “limited area” of underground offices “was evacuated as a precautionary measure,” but later reopened when the scene “was cleared and no viable threat was discovered.” AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – A Texas state lawmaker says his office and others nearby in…… MORE
Texas Dragging Death Killer, One Step Closer to Execution
HOUSTON – (WBAP/KLIF) – A prisoner on Texas death row for dragging a black man to death behind a pickup truck more than two decades ago is one step closer to execution after the U.S. Supreme Court turned down his appeal. The high court on Monday denied without comment 43-year-old John William King’s appeal. He…… MORE
President Trump Plans Executive Order to End U.S. Birthright Citizenship
The president’s comments to “Axios on HBO” come amid a renewed push for hardline immigration policies before the midterm elections. Trump believes focusing on immigration will energize his supporters and help Republicans keep control of Congress. Revoking birthright citizenship would spark a court fight over the president’s…… MORE
Fort Worth Parking Fines on the Rise
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- Expect to see an increase in parking fines and late fees in the city of Fort Worth starting January 1st. City parking manager Peter Elliot said when reviewing parking codes in Fort Worth, they found they were below the average compared to other major cities in Texas . Staff recommended increasing the…… MORE
More Than 5,000 U.S. Troops Headed to Mexican Border
Washington DC – (AP) The Defense Department says it’s sending 5,200 active duty troops to “harden” the southern border against a migrant caravan making its way through Mexico. Gen. Terrence O’Shaughnessy tells reporters that 800 soldiers were en route on Monday and that the remainder of the troops would be at the southwest border by…… MORE
President Trump Plans Executive Order to End U.S. Birthright Citizenship
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump said he wants to order the end of the constitutional right to citizenship for babies of non-citizens and unauthorized immigrants born in the United States. The president’s comments to “Axios on HBO” come amid a renewed push for hardline immigration policies before the midterm elections. Trump believes focusing on immigration…… MORE
Judge Finalizes Over $200-Million Against Toyota Award for Lexus Defects
DALLAS (AP) – A final judgment upholds a jury award of more than $200 million to a Dallas-area family against Toyota over what they alleged were defective front seats in their Lexus sedan. State District Judge Dale Tillery entered the final judgment Friday in Dallas in the lawsuit brought by Benjamin and Kristi Reavis. The…… MORE
Suspected Drunk Driver Smashes Into Occupied DPD Cruiser
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Two Dallas Police escaped injury after being hit by a suspected drunk driver while sitting in their squad car last night. The department says officers were blocking traffic for ONCOR workers along Skillman when the alleged drunk driver smashed the driver’s side of the car. The woman driver was not injured but…… MORE
Texas-born actor Matthew McConaughey gives back to first responders in Houston visit
HOUSTON (AP) — Firefighters, police officers and 911 operators in Texas got a surprise lunch from a famous son as Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey showed up with roasted turkey to give thanks on National First Responders Day. The actor’s appearance and catered lunch Sunday shocked those at a Houston fire department. Later, he did the same…… MORE
Dallas Officers Recognized at Annual Awards Ceremony
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- More than 20 awards were given at the annual Friends of Dallas Police Awards Banquet Monday night. The ceremony at the Dallas Hyatt Regency recognized officers for their hard work and achievements. Officers Mathew Holson and Hill Martin received a life saving bar, for saving an 8-year-old boy from drowning. “I’m honored, it…… MORE
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