Yearly Archives: 2018

New Record High Temperature Reached Friday

New Record High Temperature Reached Friday

DFW AIRPORT (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas Fort Worth International Airport recorded another record high Friday as heat takes a grip over North Texas. The National Weather Service says DFW Airport reached 108 degrees Friday afternoon breaking the previous record for July 20th of 105 degrees reached in 2012. Meteorologists expect more records to be broken before…MORE

10 Arrested in Denton County, Charged with Online Soliciation of a minor

10 Arrested in Denton County, Charged with Online Soliciation of a minor

DENTON (WBAP/KLIF) – Ten people were arrested after the Denton County Sheriff’s Office conducted a joint online solicitation operation. Captain Orlando Hinajosa said the operation was carried out by several agencies that went undercover to communicate with targets looking to have sex with a minor. The agencies involved were the Denton County Sheriff’s Office, Texas…MORE

Air Force One Planes to be Built in Texas

Air Force One Planes to be Built in Texas

(WBAP/KLIF) – Two new Air Force One planes are going to be built in Texas. The Department of Defense awarded the contract to Boeing Co. this week. The value of the planes is $3.9 billion. Boeing released the following statement: “This award from the U.S. Air Force brings us a step closer to providing the…MORE

WBAP Recognized by The National Association of Broadcasters

WBAP Recognized by The National Association of Broadcasters

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Cumulus Media Radio Station, WBAP News/Talk 820, is a finalist for the 2018 National Association of Broadcaster’s Marconi Radio Award for “Legendary Station of the Year.” The award is given annually for broadcast excellence. The 50,000 watt AM News/Talk Radio station serves the Dallas Ft. Worth Area and at night can be…MORE

Medical Experts Say Heat Exhaustion is Common in Triple Digit Temperatures

Medical Experts Say Heat Exhaustion is Common in Triple Digit Temperatures

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Temperatures are expected to reach close to 108 degrees through the weekend across North Texas and doctors are warning of the risk of heat illness. Heat exhaustion is common for people exposed to extreme heat for long periods of time. “It can start very mild with headaches, nausea, and vomiting, said Parkland…MORE