CALDWELL COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – The SPCA of Texas took custody of hundreds of allegedly cruelly-confined animals from a property near Lockart, about three hours south of Dallas, in Caldwell County on Monday. Dozens of animals were found dead on the property, but the organization managed to save 421 animals. The rescued animals include 150 feeder…… MORE
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Former Maypearl Police Chief Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Child Sex Crimes
ELLIS COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – A former Maypearl police chief was sentenced to 40 years in prison for child sex crimes. A judge slapped Kevin Coffey with the maximum sentenced allowed after a jury found him guilty of sexual assault and indecency with a 14-year-old girl last Friday. The victim testified that Coffey would kiss her, tough…… MORE
Euless Mother and Daughter Trying for Historic First at City Hall
EULESS (WBAP/KLIF News) – A Euless mother and daughter are attempting to make history at city hall. Tupou Helu is running for mayor against incumbent Linda Martina and her daughter is running for City Council Place Two. Layton, a pre-law student at the University of Texas Dallas, told WFAA TV she is not letting her…… MORE
At Least 13 Animals Died in Overnight House Fire in Grand Prairie
GRAND PRAIRIE (WBAP/KLIF News) – At least 13 dogs and a number of birds and cats died in a house fire in Grand Prairie Monday night. The fire broke out around 7 p.m. at a home on North East Fourth Street near Small Hill Drive. The Grand Prairie Fire Department said the homeowners narrowly escaped as…… MORE
Dallas Police Ask Community to Set Aside Fear to Help Solve Murders
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Dallas Police Department is asking the public to help them solve murders. Deputy Chief Thomas Castro says the department is hosting a series of community meetings to teach citizens about how murder investigations work and the importance of getting information from witnesses. He said the department is working on doing…… MORE
Elderly Couple Tied Up, Beaten During Home Invasion in Irving
IRVING (WBAP/KLIF News) – Irving police are looking for four suspects after an elderly couple was injured during a violent home invasion Wednesday morning. It happened around 4:30 a.m. on Fouts Drive between Beltline and Story Roads. The Irving Police Department’s James McClellan said the masked men stormed into the couple’s home, tied them up…… MORE
A Former Ellis County Police Chief Accused of Sexually Assaulting Underage Girl is on Trial
ELLIS COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – The second day of testimony will resume Wednesday morning in the trial of former Maypearl Police Chief Kevin Coffey. He’s accused of sexual misconduct with underage girls. Coffey is charged with indecency with a child and sexual assault on a child in connection with an alleged relationship he had with a…… MORE
George W. Bush Presidential Library Accepting Applications for “Camp 43”
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The George W. Bush Presidential Library is accepting applications for its “Camp 43: Leader of One, Leader of Many.” The three-day camp will let expose high school juniors, seniors and college freshman to lively discussions, group activities and presentations from prominent and successful community and government leaders. The library’s Sharon Brannon said participants will…… MORE
Two Students, Bus Monitor Injured in Ennis School Bus Crash
ELLIS COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating what caused an Ennis school bush to crash into a ditch Tuesday morning. The department’s Lonnie Haschel said two children and a bus monitor were injured and taken to a local hospital for treatment. He said none of the injuries are life-threatening.…… MORE
North Texas Woman Speaks Out After Voter Fraud Conviction
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – A Grand Prairie woman who was sentenced to eight years in prison for voter fraud said she believes she is being used as an example. According to the Fort Worth Star Telegram, Rosa Maria Ortega rejected a plea deal of two years probation from the Tarrant County District Attorney and decided…… MORE
