HAVANA (AP) – It’s a historic milestone for U.S.-Cuban relations as President Barack Obama leaves today for the first presidential visit to the island nation in nearly 90 years. Joined by his family, Obama will stroll the streets of Old Havana and meet with Raul Castro in his presidential offices. He will sit in…… MORE
Yearly Archives: 2016
Motel guest dies in Dallas fire
WBAP – A fire in a Dallas motel near White Rock Lake killed a man this weekend. The blaze gutted a second floor unit of the Tampico Motel on Grand Avenue. Firefighters found the victim’s body inside, and tried to resuscitate him, but were unsuccessful. The cause of the fire is under investigation. … MORE
Pope blesses palm fronds, olive branches as Holy Week begins
VATICAN CITY (AP) – Pope Frances has blessed palm fronds and olive branches held by faithful in St. Peter’s Square as Holy Week ceremonies begin at the Vatican. The pontiff in his Palm Sunday homily lamented what he called the “indifference” of all those who don’t want to take on the responsibility of deciding the…… MORE
It’s The Next Biggest Thing For Thrill Seekers
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF NEWS) – Six Flags Over Texas is launching a new roller coaster for the 2016 season. It combines the thrill of the one of the park’s signature rides, The Shockwave, with virtual technology. Guests will wear goggles to get the virtual experience as they ride the traditional coaster. Riders on the New Revolution…… MORE
It Could Save Lives
MESQUITE (WBAP/KLIF News) – A new weather radar will soon be online in Mesquite. The CASA system shows details of storms other radars don’t, which Garland Mayor Douglas Athas says could help prevent deaths like the December 26th tornadoes caused. The potential for destructive storms is something we face all the time. This will give…… MORE