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Have You Seen This Man?

Have You Seen This Man?

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – A sex offender with Fort Worth ties is on the states ten most wanted sex offender list. Police are offering a $5,000 cash reward for any information that leads to the capture of Lavinci Henderson. The Texas Department of Public Safety says he’s wanted for the sexual assault of a child and…MORE

One Race Still Hasn’t Been Decided

One Race Still Hasn’t Been Decided

TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Tarrant County Sheriff’s race is headed for a runoff. Neither of the top two candidates received 50% plus one vote. Challenger Bill Waybourn says he’s the man for the job because under Sheriff Dee Anderson, the department is suffering from low morale. “He has the second highest turnover rate for…MORE

Traveling for Spring Break?

Traveling for Spring Break?

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – With Spring Break coming up, more than 18,000 travelers are booked to fly out of Love Field on Friday. The airport’s Jose Torres says the airlines and TSA will be bringing in more employees to handle the extra passengers. “The concessionaires have more staff at their restaurants and bars in order to expedite…MORE

Police: Man Ambushed Officer in Park

EULESS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Police in Euless have released more information about what led up to the deadly shooting of an officer. Jorge Gonzalez, 22, is accused of gunning down Officer David Hofer, 29, when he responded to a call about suspicious activity at J.A. Carr Park on Tuesday.  Gonzalez was killed when officers returned…MORE

It’ll Take Four Years to Finish

It’ll Take Four Years to Finish

ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – Construction is underway for the new Interstate 30, Highway 360 Interchange Project in Arlington. It’s expected to take four years to finish, Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams says drivers will be very happy with the end result. “We’ve got the opportunity to eliminate going through a traffic signal to get on to 360…MORE

New Sheriff in Denton County

DENTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – Denton County Sheriff William B. Travis was upset by Tracy Murphree in Tuesday’s election. Travis was elected sheriff in 2012.  Fellow officeholders and voters questioned Travis’ actions in his personal and professional life. Murphree will automatically become sheriff because there was no Democratic candidate. Murphree has a lengthy career in law enforcement.…MORE

Price Defeats Caraway in Commissioner Race

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price has managed to hold onto his seat. While the final numbers have not come in, Price’s challenger Dwaine Caraway conceded the race late Tuesday. Last week, a fight broke out between Price and Caraway during a radio broadcast at a local gospel station.  Video of the…MORE

Officer Shot While Responding to Call

Officer Shot While Responding to Call

UPDATE 9:30 p.m.: Euless police have identified the slain officer as David Hofer, 29.  He served for five years with the New York Police Department before moving to North Texas in Jan. 2014. Officer Hofer was shot and killed while checking out “suspicious activity” at J.A. Carr Park on Tuesday afternoon.  The person suspected of firing…MORE

Spike Strips End High-Speed Chase

BALCH SPRINGS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Police were led on a chase early Sunday morning after getting a call about stolen yard equipment. The caller told them the alleged thieves were driving a white truck. Police spotted the vehicle a short time later, and a chase ensued. It wound through several towns before police successfully set…MORE

UNT Announces Campus Carry Law

DENTON (WBAP/KLIF News) – The University of North Texas is the latest state college to release its policy for guns on campus. The UNT Board of Regents’ decision prohibits open carry on the Denton campus.  However, those with a concealed permit will be allowed to carry their gun. Guns will not be allowed at athletic events,…MORE