(WBAP/KLIF) — Over $63-million in funding is aimed at making pedestrian and bike paths safer in North Texas. The Infrastructure Bill passed by Congress last year earmarked $55-million for transportation projects in Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, and Denton Counties. The Regional Transportation Council approved the federal funding for construction of 13 active transportation projects. The North…… MORE
Tarrant County Judge Clamps Down on Spending
(WBAP/KLIF) — Newly elected Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare is making good on his vow to scrutinize spending. During Tuesday’s commissioners court meeting, county employees proposed hiring a consulting firm for recommendations on updating the county’s 20-year-old public meeting streaming technology. O’Hare voiced opposition to the county paying nearly $230,000 to an audio-visual consulting firm,…… MORE
EPA to Demolish Contaminated Site in Dallas
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The demolition of a contaminated site in Dallas is being demolished. According to the City of Dallas, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Community Advisor Group Members, and Dallas City Council Member Tennell Atkins will host an event at the Lane Plating Superfund. Guests will witness the demolition of the electroplating facility…… MORE
Southwest Airlines Pilots Move Toward Possible Strike
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Pilots for Dallas-based Southwest Airlines are considering a possible strike. SWAPA President Captain Casey Murray issued a call for a Strike Authorization Vote from the Association’s membership on Wednesday. The move comes in the wake of Southwest’s holiday travel season meltdown that led to thousands of cancellations. Scheduling and daily operations at…… MORE
“Project LIFT” Health Initiative Opening Gyms in Black and Brown Communities in North Texas
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News ) – A new fitness initiative called “Project LIFT” is opening up gyms across North Texas in communities whose health needs have been historically overlooked. The initiative’s goal is to open 500 fitness clubs nationwide in 50 black and brown communities over the next five years. Retro Fitness opened a location in…… MORE