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Deep Ellum Sexual Assault Suspect Arrested

Deep Ellum Sexual Assault Suspect Arrested

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Dallas Police Department said an anonymous tip led to the arrest of the suspect in two sexual assaults in Deep Ellum. 36-year-old Jerly Patrick Graves Bailey Jr. was taken into custody less than a week after police released surveillance video of the suspect and his alleged victim to the public in hopes of finding…MORE

WATCH: Dallas Police Searching For Woman Accused of Drugging and Robbing Men

WATCH: Dallas Police Searching For Woman Accused of Drugging and Robbing Men

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Dallas Police Department is searching for a woman they believe is using the Uptown bar seen as her hunting ground. Investigators said the woman is going home with men from area bars, drugging them and then burglarizing their home. Daniel King is one of the woman’s victims and tells WFAA TV…MORE

President Trump Delays Release of Some JFK Files

President Trump Delays Release of Some JFK Files

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Donald Trump is delaying the release of some files on the John Kennedy assassination that were due to come out today. He’s approved 2,800 other records for release. White House officials said Trump will state in a coming memo that he had “no choice” but to keep others secret because of national security concerns.…MORE

Cities Nationwide, Including DFW, to Participate in “Drug Take Back” Weekend

CARROLLTON  (WBAP/KLIF News) – President Trump is urging Americans to be aware of a growing opioid epidemic in America. The opioid crisis has been declared a public health emergency. This weekend, cities across the country, including the DFW Metroplex, will be holding “Drug Take Back” events. The City of Carrollton’s Cindy Arias said drop-off locations…MORE

5 Opinions From in the Shadows of President Trump’s Border Wall Prototypes

5 Opinions From in the Shadows of President Trump’s Border Wall Prototypes

(CNN) — President Trump called for a “big, beautiful wall” between the United States and Mexico. The vision is now morphing into reality with the construction of eight 30-foot tall prototypes in no-man’s land on the border south of San Diego. The concrete poured for the sections of wall is now hardening ahead of official tests to…MORE

Youth Athletic Complex Founded by Former NBA Star Jermaine O’Neal Opens in DFW

Youth Athletic Complex Founded by Former NBA Star Jermaine O’Neal Opens in DFW

DALLAS  (WBAP/KLIF News) – A new athletic complex for young athletes founded by former NBA star Jermaine O’Neal has officially opened near DFW Airport. The airport’s John Terrell said the 750,000 people the Drive Nation Sports Complex expects to bring in over the next year will benefit everyone. The complex, which is located on Rental…MORE

WATCH: Authorities Searching for Thief Targeting Women at La Madeleine Restaurants in the Metroplex

WATCH: Authorities Searching for Thief Targeting Women at La Madeleine Restaurants in the Metroplex

GRAPEVINE (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Grapevine Police Department is asking the public to help catch a thief who’s been stealing wallets out of womens’ purses at La Madeleine restaurants across the Metroplex. The suspect hit locations in Grapevine, Plano and Irving on August 18th and 21st. The department’s Amanda McNew said investigators think the thief targeted…MORE

Attorney General Ken Paxton Continues to Fight for “Sanctuary Cities” Law

Attorney General Ken Paxton Continues to Fight for “Sanctuary Cities” Law

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a response to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals concerning the state’s Sanctuary City Law. The court ruled last month that only a portion of the bill could go into effect. Mark Rylander with the Attorney General’s office said the legislation will keep Texans safe.…MORE

President Trump in Dallas for Fundraiser, Hurricane Recovery Briefing

President Trump in Dallas for Fundraiser, Hurricane Recovery Briefing

DALLAS  (WBAP/KLIF News) – President Donald Trump arrived in Dallas Wednesday afternoon for a campaign fundraiser and a quick briefing on Hurricane Harvey. Trump landed at Dallas Love Field airport, where he was met by Governor Greg Abbott on the tarmac. After the briefing, Trump will head to the Belo Mansion for the private fundraiser…MORE