BRUSSELS (AP) — World leaders Thursday reacted to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine with raw outrage — and vows of unprecedented sanctions — that shrouded a sense of powerlessness to defend Ukraine militarily without running the risk of a wider war in Europe. NATO had already reinforced its eastern flank facing Russia and planned a virtual…… MORE
Crude Oil Prices Hit $100 Per Barrel, Texas Gas Prices Impacted
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – Crude oil prices soared to $100 per barrel Thursday and the Russian invasion of Ukraine is a key factor. The United States and its NATO allies levied financial sanctions against Russia. Germany stopped the certification process of the Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline to Russia. The situation sent crude oil…… MORE
KLIF Morning News: The War Between Russia and Ukraine
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KLIF Morning News: Ukrainian Americans In Texas On Edge
As you imagine, Ukrainian Americans are worried about their family and friends now that Russian has invaded Ukraine. Dave and Amy spoke with the President of the Ukrainian Society of North Texas who is denouncing the attack.… MORE
Former ERCOT CEO Testifies that Gov. Abbott Ordered Price Spikes During 2021 Blackouts
Houston (WBAP/KLIF)- Stunning testimony in federal court this week as former ERCOT CEO Bill Magnus blamed Gov. Greg Abbott for the sky-high electricty prices during last year’s power crisis. According to the Houston Chronicle, Magnus testified that Abbott ordered him to keep electricity prices soaring during the blackouts and that the orders came as power…… MORE
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the remainder of North and Central Texas
Today Freezing rain and sleet likely before 1pm, then a slight chance of freezing rain between 1pm and 3pm. Some thunder is also possible. Cloudy, with a high near 32. Northwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New ice accumulation of less than a 0.1 of an inch possible. Little or no…… MORE
Putin Announces Ukraine Military Operation, Explosions Heard
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine and warned other countries that any attempt to interfere with the Russian action would lead to “consequences you have never seen.” He said the attack was needed to protect civilians in eastern Ukraine — a claim the U.S. had predicted…… MORE
North Texas Dealing with Winter Blast
Update at 5:30pm: Many drivers had to deal with very slick conditions as freezing drizzle fell Wednesday morning and afternoon ahead of a bigger freezing rain event Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Medstar in Tarrant County reporting a 300% increase in accidents crews responded to Wednesday compared to Tuesday. A Winter Storm Warning remains in…… MORE
City of Denton Opens Warming Shelter at MLK JR. Recreational Center
DENTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – As winter weather continues its grip on North Texas, warming shelters are opening up across the region. In Denton, the MLK Jr. Recreational Center at 1300 Wilson Street will open its doors at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday through noon on Friday. The City of Denton’s Stuart Birdseye said cots and other amenities…… MORE
School Closures and Delays as Winter Weather Moves In (UPDATE)
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – Check your school district’s website or social media for updates on closures and cancellations. The list is being updated by the minute. This is what we know so far: Alvord ISDClosed Boyd ISDClosed Bridgeport ISDClosed Dallas ISDALL AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES CANCELED FORT WORTH ISDNO OUTDOOR SPORTS UNT DALLASVIRTUAL LEARNING ONLY UNT…… MORE
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