FDA Authorizes 1st E-Cigarette, Cites Benefits For Smokers

WASHINGTON (AP) – For the first time, U.S. heath officials have authorized an electronic cigarette, saying the R.J. Reynolds vaping device can benefit adult smokers. The Food and Drug Administration said data submitted by the company showed its Vuse e-cigarette helped smokers significantly cut back their use of cigarettes. Tuesday’s action is part of a…MORE

Texas Man Sentenced in January 6th Breach of the Capitol

(WBAP/KLIF) — A Texas man gets his sentence for participating in the January 6th breech of the U.S. Capitol. U.S. District Court Judge Trevor McFadden sentenced 53 year old Eliel Rosa to 12 months probation. The Midland man was originally charged with 5 counts, including a felony charge of obstruction which carries a penalty of…MORE

Governor Abbott Defends Ban on Vaccine Mandates

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott is defending his recently announced ban on vaccine mandates by any entity in Texas, including businesses. “The COVID-19 vaccine is safe, effective, and our best defense against the virus, but should remain voluntary and never forced,” Governor Abbott said.  The Governor joined Ernie Brown on Tuesday during WBAP’s…MORE

DFW Based Airlines Plan to Keep Vaccine Mandates in Place, Despite Governor’s Order

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Vaccine requirements for employees at two DFW based airlines aren’t changing, despite Governor Abbott’s ban on vaccine mandates. An executive order issued by Governor Abbott on Monday bans private businesses from mandating the COVID vaccine for employees. But, both Southwest and American Airlines said on Tuesday that President Biden’s federal vaccine mandate…MORE

Tarrant County Online Sex Trafficking Sting Nets 115 Arrests

TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – A joint operation among Tarrant County law enforcement and state officials led to the felony arrests of 115 men accused of sex trafficking. Operation “Buyer Beware” took advantage of a new law that increases the penalties for those accused of sex trafficking from a misdemeanor to a felony. The law,…MORE

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