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Local Activist Speaks Out After Dallas Human Trafficking Arrest

Local Activist Speaks Out After Dallas Human Trafficking Arrest

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – A local anti-human trafficking activist is speaking out after Dallas police arrested two men on trafficking of a minor and forced prostitution of a minor charges this week. Dallas police said the victim told them she allegedly met the men through a social media app. Refuge City founder Barbara Rodriguez said she is not…MORE

50 Dogs Displaced by Baton Rouge Flood Headed to Dallas

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF News) – The SPCA of Dallas traveled to Baton Rouge on Tuesday to pick up the dogs from a local shelter. It’s an effort to make room for the dozens of dogs left homeless due to the flood. The Human Society of United States Texas Director Katie Jarl said the help from emergency…MORE

Fort Worth Gets $14M Economic Boost

Fort Worth Gets $14M Economic Boost

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – The City of Fort Worth has Sister Cities International to thank for a $14 million boost to its economy.MORE

Ft. Worth Officer Shot

Ft. Worth Officer Shot

FT. WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – A Ft. Worth police officer has been shot and is in critical condition.MORE

Dallas Mayor: We Should Welcome Refugees

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings said he believes welcoming refugees helps revitalize a community, and is key to becoming a “global city.” “Being scared is a natural ability, but God gave us the power to choose courage and our brains to figure out how to balance that,” Rawlings said.  “I see it as a sign…MORE

Police Issue Warning for Parents in Collin Co.

COLLIN COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – The search continues in rural parts of Collin County for a man trying to lure children into his vehicle. Police have taken attempted abduction reports in Princeton, Anna, Melissa and Van Alstyne. The man they’re looking for is described as white, between 50 and 60-years-old.  He has white hair and a long…MORE

Dallas Receives Dozens of Resumes for Fire Chief

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – At least three dozen people have applied to become the next fire chief in Dallas. A search firm being used by the city will now start culling through the resumes. The applicants are vying to replace Louie Bright, who will retire at the end of the month. It’s unclear how many…MORE

Man in Wheelchair Hit by Car

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – A man is hospitalized after being run over in north Dallas by a suspected drunk driver. It happened around 3:00 a.m. Thursday near Preston and Beltline. The victim, who is confined to a wheelchair, was waiting to cross at the intersection when he was struck. He was rushed to the hospital with…MORE

Employees Told to Get Tested

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The union representing school maintenance and custodial workers in Dallas is urging hundreds of their members to get their blood tested. The move comes after school officials revealed earlier this week that lead was discovered in the water at the building where they headquarter. The WH Cotton building in downtown Dallas…MORE