CARROLLTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – A lock down drill at Hebron High School on Thursday caused a sense of panic among students and some of their parents. Principal Scot Finch issued an apology after receiving numerous calls from parents about the situation. “It is our district protocol to ensure students know the situation is a drill, and…… MORE
New Report Shows Texas Women Won’t Achieve Equal Pay Until 2049
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A new report finds women in North Texas have made progress but still face obstacles on reaching their full potential. The information was released in a study from the Dallas Women’s Foundation and Institute for Women’s Policy Research that looks at the economic status of women in Dallas, Denton and Collin Counties.…… MORE
Plano Police Confirm Human Remains Found in Anna Belong to Christina Morris
PLANO (WBAP/KLIF News) – The family of Christina Morris got some much-needed closure this week, after Plano police confirmed that the human remains found in Anna Wednesday belonged to their long-lost loved one. Fighting back tears, Morris’ family thanked the law enforcement for helping to find Christina and bringing her home. “This, I must say,…… MORE
Dallas County D.A. Democratic Primary Candidate Requests Recount
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – A candidate in the Democratic primary for Dallas County district attorney has reportedly requested a recount following Tuesday’s primary elections. As votes were tallied late Tuesday, Elizabeth Frizell had 516 less votes than Judge John Creuzot. Dallas County Election Administrator Toni Pippins-Poole said that number could change. “We do have over 1,000 mail ballots…… MORE
One of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Captured in Colorado
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) – A convicted felon on the Texas 10 Most Wanted sex offender list has been captured in Colorado. The Texas Department of Public Safety said 26-year-old Dakota Marcus Stewart was caught Tuesday in Florissant, Colorado, about 70 miles (112 kilometers) southwest of Denver. Stewart was wanted for failure to register as a sex…… MORE
President Trump Signs Order Implementing Tariffs on Imported Steel and Aluminum
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump announced Thursday afternoon the implementation of steep tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum to address what he said is an “assault on our country.” The president said a 25 percent tax will apply to steel imports and 10 percent tax will be added to aluminum brought into the U.S. Speaking at…… MORE
Fort Worth’s Task Force on Race Holds Final Town Hall
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Fort Worth Task Force on race is holding its final town hall Thursday night. The group was formed over two years ago after the viral arrest of Jacqueline Craig, who had called for police assistance with a neighbor who had allegedly choked her son. The neighbor was not arrested at…… MORE
Motorists Gearing up for Spring Break Travel
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Motorists in Texas are gearing up for spring break travel. Higher gas prices are and increased patrols on state roadways are expected. The statewide gas price average in Texas is now $2.29 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is one cent more…… MORE
Lincecum to wear 44 with Rangers in honor of late brother
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — After wearing No. 55 for his entire major league career, Tim Lincecum will switch to 44 with the Texas Rangers in honor of his late older brother. Sean Lincecum’s funeral was Saturday, which delayed Tim Lincecum from taking the physical needed to finalize his $1 million, one-year contract with the Texas…… MORE
Surprise Primary Upset for McLenann County DA at the Center of Biker Shootout Prosecutions
FORT WORTH, Texas – The Texas prosecutor pursuing charges against more than a hundred bikers in cases stemming from a fatal 2015 shootout involving bikers and police was ousted by voters in a primary election after failing to convict anyone for the killings. Local bikers rallied around Barry Johnson, McLennan County District Attorney Abel Reyna’s…… MORE
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