Yearly Archives: 2017

Rowlett Police Warn Parents About Suspicious Man Approaching Kids Near Elementary School

Rowlett Police Warn Parents About Suspicious Man Approaching Kids Near Elementary School

ROWLETT (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Rowlett Police Department is urging parents to be on alert following a report about a possible child predator. The department’s Cruz Hernandez said on Monday, a man approached some kids and offered them candy as they walked home from Rowlett Elementary School on Carla Drive near Miller Road. He said parents…MORE

Longtime Reporter to Leave Television for Politics

Longtime Reporter to Leave Television for Politics

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – WFAA-TV says one of its long time reporters is seeking a career in politics. According to the television station, investigative reporter Brett Shipp has resigned and will run for the U.S. Congress Shipp, as a Democrat, is expected to announce that he will run for Republican Pete Sessions’ seat in the 32nd district of…MORE

NTTA Launches New Safety Program

NTTA Launches New Safety Program

PLANO (WBAP/KLIF) – The North Texas Tollway Authority has launched a new safety program that officials say provides a faster, more convenient way for stranded drivers to call for help along our roadways. Drivers can now simply dial #999 (Pound 999) on their cellphones for roadside assistance. This will connect directly to NTTA’s Safety Operations Center.…MORE

Dallas County Advocacy Center Hosting Toy Drive for Abused Kids

Dallas County Advocacy Center Hosting Toy Drive for Abused Kids

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — The Dallas County Children’s Advocacy Center is hosting a toy drive this week for kids involved in child-abuse cases. It’s called “Holiday for Hope,” which the organization says will help around 2,200 kids in Dallas County have normalcy at a time where most families are celebrating. “The children that benefit from…MORE