MOSCOW (AP) – Russian President President Vladimir Putin has recognized the independence of separatist regions in eastern Ukraine. The move will severely ratchet up tensions with the West amid fears that his country could invade Ukraine at any moment and use skirmishes as a pretext for an attack. Putin followed the recognition by ordering forces…… MORE
Dallas County Adjusts COVID-19 Threat Level
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Guidance is changing as COVID-19 trends continue to fall in Dallas County. The county’s Public Health Committee adjusted the COVID threat level from Red, stay at home, to Orange, Extreme Caution, as the number of COVID cases and hospitalizations is dropping. County Judge Clay Jenkins said on Monday that doctors now believe…… MORE
Euless Police Investigating Weekend Hit-and-Run
EULESS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Euless Police are investigating a weekend hit-and-run crash that left a woman critically injured. After putting out a call to the public to help identify the driver of a dark-colored Chevrolet Silverado or GMC extended cab pickup truck on Sunday, the department announced Monday morning that the person of interest had…… MORE
Denton: Another Move Afoot to Decriminalize Low Level Marijuana Crimes
Denton (WBAP/KLIF) – There is another effort in Denton to take the sting out of low level marijuana offenses. An advocacy group known as ‘Decriminalize Denton‘ has launched a petition drive to get the measure on the November ballot. The specific ordinance reads in part, with limited exceptions, “officers shall not issue citations or make…… MORE
Kennedale ISD: Water Main Break Causes Extensive Damage at Middle School [WATCH]
Kennedale, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Extensive flood damage at Kennedale ISD’s James Arthur Intermediate School has forced a cancellation of classes until further notice after a water main break destroyed 10 classrooms. The damage was discovered Sunday, capping off more of a rough 2 years according KISD Superintendent Chad Gee. The Kennedale ISD board will hold…… MORE
Cloudy and warm … with showers this afternoon
Today| Cloudy this morning. A few showers developing during the afternoon. High 77F. Winds S at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 30%. Higher wind gusts possible. Tonight| Showers, with winds diminishing overnight. Thunder possible. Low 64F. Winds SSW at 20 to 30 mph. Chance of rain 50%. Tomorrow| Partly cloudy skies. High 69F.…… MORE
Rents Reach ‘Insane’ Levels Across US With No End in Sight
UNDATED (AP) – Rents have exploded across the country, causing many to fall behind on payments, dig deep into their savings or downsize to subpar units. According to Realtor.com, median rent rose an astounding 19.3% from December 2020 to December 2021 in the 50 largest metro areas in the U.S. Experts say many factors are…… MORE
Armed Bandits Hit Two Dallas Pharmacies
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas Police are looking for a pair of armed robbers who may have held up two pharmacies Saturday morning. The first robbery occurred a little after 5:00 AM in a CVS Pharmacy near Preston Road and Forest Lane. The second robbery occurred about 40 minutes later in a Walgreens at the intersection…… MORE
Sunday/Monday Forecast
Sunday: Partly sunny, breezy, and warmer. High: 70. Winds: S 10-25. Monday/Presidents’ Day: Mostly cloudy and warm. Rain in the afternoon/evening (20%). High: 82. Winds: S 10-25. Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and cooler. Lingering morning rain (30%). High: 70. Winds: S becoming N 15-25.… MORE
Adlene Harrison, Dallas’ First Ever Woman Mayor, Dies at 98.
(WBAP/KLIF) – The first ever woman to serve as Dallas mayor has passed away. Adlene Harrison died of natural causes Saturday morning. She’s most known for serving as Dallas’ acting mayor in 1976, but was also played a pivotal role in the development of Dallas-Area Rapid Transit, serving as the first chair of DART’s board.…… MORE
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