Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – The Texas attorney general does not have the authority to unilaterally prosecute claims of election fraud; so says the all-Tepublican Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. The court struck part of a Texas election code that gives the state A-G that authority as the the “state’s top law enforcement officer.” The 8-1 opinion…… MORE
Downtown Arlington’s Urban Union District is Expanding
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)- Dodson Commercial Real Estate announced today the latest and most ambitious expansion of Downtown Arlington’s Urban Union district. The expansion includes five new mixed-use buildings set to house restaurants, retails, and apartments — spanning 50,000 square feet along Front Street. The Urban Union addition will expand the district to the West along Front…… MORE
100-Year-Old Landmark Church Renovated to Become Affordable Housing for Central Fort Worth Neighborhood
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- 100-year-old landmark in Fort Worth now has a new purpose. Saigebrook Development and Accolade Property Management opens Cielo Place at 3111 Race Street in Fort Worth, a project of historical and community significance. “The neighborhood really rallied around saving the historic church and not losing that for the community,” said Lisa Stephens,…… MORE
Former President Trump to Attend Dallas Church Service on Sunday
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Former President Donald Trump will attend a Christmas themed worship service at First Baptist Church in Dallas on Sunday ahead of his appearance at the American Airlines Center. President Trump is expected to provide a Christmas greeting at the end of the service, at the invitation of Senior Pastor Dr. Robert Jeffress,…… MORE
Chauvin Pleads Guilty to Federal Charge in Floyd’s Death
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin has pleaded guilty to federal charges of violating George Floyd’s civil rights. Chauvin’s plea Wednesday means he will not face a federal trial in January, though he could end up spending more years behind bars. Chauvin, who is white, was convicted this spring of…… MORE
Frisco Lone Star Reopens Following Online Threats
FRISCO (WBAP/KLIF) – Frisco Lone Star High School reopened on Wednesday after being closed for two days because of online threats. “I’m just trying to get educated,” said a student walking to school on Wednesday. “The school does a good job making sure that we are safe. It’s back to normal.” The Frisco Police Department…… MORE
Murder Trial for Former Fort Worth Police Officer Aaron Dean Moved to May 2022
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – The murder trial for former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean has been delayed until May 16, 2022 with jury selection beginning May 9th. Dean’s attorneys argued some of their expert witnesses were not available for the scheduled start of the trial in January 10. He’s charged in the shooting…… MORE
Two Tarrant County Men Arrested, Charged with Assaulting Officers in Jan 6 Capitol Riot
NORTH TEXAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Two more North Texans have been arrested for allegedly assaulting officers in the Jan.6 riots at the U.S. Capitol. The Department of Justice said 43-year-old Donald Hazard of Hurst and 44-year-old Lucas Denny of Mansfield are charged with several federal offenses including assaulting an officer, obstruction, conspiracy and civil disorder.…… MORE
COVID-19: Threat Level Up in Tarrant County, Lowered in Dallas County
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – The Tarrant County Public Health Director on Tuesday reported an increase in COVID-19 cases. Vinny Taneja reported “110 cases per 100,000 population or “400-500 cases every day.” The county’s community spread went back to ‘High‘ this week after being lowered to ‘Substantial‘ last month. TCPH on Tuesday, reported five COVID-19 deaths.…… MORE
KLIF Morning News: Guess Who Is Free & Banks Do Away With Some Pesky Fees
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