DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott is trying to increase his support among Hispanic voters. According to the Texas Tribune Abbott has no serious opposition to reelection in 2018. Saturday he addressed the Hispanic Leadership Conference, making a direct appeal for Republican support, saying he fully expects to beat any candidate Democrats put…… MORE
Yearly Archives: 2017
War of Words With North Korea Escalates
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — In a recent tweet, President Trump said that “only one thing will work” in dealing with North Korea. But what is that “one thing”? Is he calling for war? We asked University of North Texas Political Science Professor Michael Greig that same question. He joined Dave & Amy from News and Information in…… MORE
Jerry Jones: “The Dallas Cowboys are Going to Stand Up for the Flag”
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says if a player disrespects the flag, he won’t play. He was asked again about players kneeling during the national anthem after Vice President Mike Pence walked out of a game in Indianapolis Sunday after a handful of Indianapolis Colts protested during the anthem. “If we…… MORE
Two More Weeks of Temporary Relief For Hurricane Harvey Survivors
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Hurricane Harvey survivors who need more time to find housing are getting an extension to their temporary hotel stays. Fema says the Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program, pays for short-term hotel stays, and has been extended by fourteen days. That extension will allow some survivors until October 24th, to look for another…… MORE
Haltom City home invasion turns into a gunfight
Haltom City (WBAP/KLIF) – What was apparently a home invasion in Haltom City turned into a gun battle Saturday night. Police say five intruders wearing masks smashed their way into one of the units at the Spanish Square apartment complex. The residents of the apartment opened fire. The intruders fired back, and within seconds four…… MORE