COLLIN COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – District judges in Collin County could be facing what is called a “judicial emergency” because of the area’s booming population. At a Commissioner’s Court meeting, a district judge presented data showing that judges could be facing a crisis by 2020. “By the time the 2019 legislature rolls around we will be…… MORE
Restaurant server admits faking alleged racist note
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — A server at Saltgrass Steak House in Odessa has admitted faking a note written on a customer’s check. The server, Khalil Cavil posted the note reading “We don’t tip terrorists” on Facebook saying, “This racism and this hatred still exists.” The post went viral and the restaurant banned the customer blamed…… MORE
Family, Friends and Colleagues Gather for Prayer Vigil in Honor of Fallen Dallas Police Officer
Sobering photos of Dallas Police Sr. Cpl. Jamie Givens smiling with young children thrilled to sit on his motorcycle and pose with him at last year’s State Fair of Texas. On Saturday he was struck and killed by a suspected drunk driver while blocking a road for a funeral escort. pic.twitter.com/qfkTMXhpwk — J.D. Miles (@jdmiles11)…… MORE
Senior Citizens, Police Officers and More Get in on the ‘InMyFeelings’ Challenge
Undated (WBAP/KLIF) – Even seniors are getting in on the latest viral video challenge. A Facebook user posted this video of a fun-loving grandma dancing to Drake’s ‘In My Feelings’ song. The dance craze has swept the with thousands of social media users (celebrities included!) sharing videos doing the same exact same moves to…… MORE
Arlington Man Who Ran Fraudulent Home Repair Operation Sentenced to Jail
Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – An Arlington man will spend three-and-a-half years in jail in connection with a fraudulent home remodeling operation. Police say 45-year old Ernest Thibodeaux – who also went by the name of Kris Malachi — would stop work after getting paid. Thibodeaux also gave customers low-ball estimates, then did shoddy work, or…… MORE
Stormy Daniels’ Husband Files For Divorce in Kaufman County Court
KAUFMAN, Texas (AP) – The husband of porn film performer Stormy Daniels has filed for divorce in Texas. Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, says that she had sex with Donald Trump before he became president, something Trump has denied. Glendon Crain filed the petition for divorce on July 18 in district court in…… MORE
Wilkie Confirmed as Veterans Affairs Secretary
WASHINGTON (AP) – The Senate has confirmed Pentagon official Robert Wilkie to be secretary of Veterans Affairs. The vote Monday was 86-9. He’ll lead the government’s second-largest department, with 360,000 employees serving 9 million veterans. The department has been paralyzed by infighting over the role of private care for veterans. Wilkie takes on the task…… MORE
Texas Built Fighter Aircraft presented at the White House, Made in America Event
(WBAP/KLIF) The Texas portion of the Made in America event at the White House was based out of Fort Worth. The F-35 Lightning Fighter Aircraft built by Lockheed Martin was on display at the event. Lockheed’s Chief Test Pilot Al Norman says the F-35 Program is the ideal example of American leadership. “We now have a fighter…… MORE
Candlelight vigil Monday Night to honor fallen Senior Corporal Earl “Jamie” Givens, Dallas Police Department
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The public is invited to attend the candlelight vigil honoring fallen Senior Corporal Earl “Jamie” Givens who was killed by a presumed drunk driver Saturday morning. Assist the Officer Foundation is hosting the event. The organization provides financial assistance to officers and their families who are faced with life-altering situations. It will be held…… MORE
Dallas Outreach Center Helping Keep the Homeless Safe from Scorching Heat
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A Dallas outreach center is helping the homeless stay cool during extreme heat in North Texas. ‘OurCalling’ is usually closed on Sundays but was open 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. amid triple digit temperatures Sunday. The center has extended its hours on weekdays, staying open until 4 p.m. to keep people inside…… MORE
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