AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – Almost 60 cases of Cyclospora have been reported to Texas Department of State Health Services since May. The department’s Lara Anton said they are trying determine the source of the outbreak, but it is usually fresh produce and water. “We recommend thoroughly washing fresh produce. That may not entirely eliminate the…… MORE
Suspect Held on $500,000 Bond in Connection with Grand Prairie Hit & Run
Grand Prairie, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – An Arlington man is being held in the Grand Prairie Detention Center on 500-thousand dollars bond in connection with a fatal hit-and-run early Sunday. 23-year old Michael Sanchez is charged with failure to stop and render aid after his Dodge Charger slammed into a woman who was changing a flat…… MORE
Texas A&M facing criticism over sexual misconduct cases
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — As Texas A&M University faces backlash from current and former students over its handling of sexual assault allegations, records since 2003 show that 20 students were allowed to continue attending classes after the school found them responsible for sexual misconduct. A review of thousands of student conduct hearings by the…… MORE
President Trump Meets with Potential Supreme Court Candidates
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump says he met with four potential Supreme Court Justice candidates on Monday morning as he works to fill the spot vacated by retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy. Trump he says he plans to meet with two to three more as he works toward a decision “over the next few days.”…… MORE
Record Breaking July 4th Travel Expected
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Stay calm on the highway this Fourth of July because AAA Texas predicts a record breaking 2.9 million drivers will be taking to the roads. Daniel Armbruster with the company urges drivers to keep their emotions in check and avoid road rage. He also recommends people avoid rush hour times on July…… MORE
Kaboom Town to Bring Big Crowds to Town of Addison
ADDISON (WBAP/KLIF) – Hundreds of thousands of North Texans will celebrate the Fourth of July a day early. Addison’s Kaboom Town is held on July 3 every year and features fireworks and an air show. “My best advice is to come early so you can scope out your spot,” said Mary Rosenbleeth, Town of AddisonPublic Communications…… MORE
Dockless Scooters Hit the Streets of Dallas
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Dockless scooters are being rented and ridden on the streets of Dallas. Less than a week after the Dallas City Council launched a pilot program for the scooters, companies have started putting them out to rent with a mobile app. Jeff Roberts is the Operations Manager for Lime Dallas and said at…… MORE
Alleged 4th of July Terrorist Attack Thwarted in Cleveland
Cleveland, OH (WBAP/KLIF) – Federal officials in Cleveland, Ohio say a planned 4th of July terrorist attack has been thwarted. The alleged suspect, Demetrius Pitts, is charged with attempted material support of a foreign terrorist organization. Pitts had pledged an allegiance to Al Quaida and revealed in undercover conversations to FBI agents his desire to…… MORE
Plano Police and Fire Hosting Friendly, Competitive Blood Drive
PLANO (WBAP/KLIF News) — First responders are competing to see which department can encourage the most citizens to donate blood this week. The competition is between the Plano and Fire departments and is called “Battle of the Badges.” This is the 14th straight year they have done the event, with the last seven won by…… MORE
Grand Prairie Police Searching for Suspects in Fatal Hit and Run
GRAND PRAIRIE (WBAP/KLIF News) – Grand Prairie police are searching for two people involved in a fatal hit and run. It happened around 4 a.m. Sunday along I-30 near the Belt Line Road exit. Investigators said a 2009 Dodge Charger drifted onto the shoulder of the road and hit another car that was parked on the…… MORE
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