In Akron, Ohio, if a student strikes a teacher, it’s now “contact” instead of assault. Why? Because “assault” results in expulsion, and we don’t want to exclude anyone from the “educational process”! Is this only the beginning of the school discipline wars?… MORE
WBAP Morning News: Will Service Members Fired Over Vax Mandate Have To Pay Back Bonuses
Members of the military were fired for refusing the COVID vaccine. Now they may be forced to pay back their recruiting bonuses! Is that fair?… MORE
New Cause Determined in 737 MAX Crash
(WBAP/KLIF) — New light is being shed on what caused the crash of a Boeing 737-MAX in Ethiopia. In March of 2019, a Boeing 737 MAX crashed shortly after take-off, killing 157 people on board. For nearly four years, investigators believed the aircraft was brought down by a faulty sensor due to electrical problems. U.S.…… MORE
Warming Centers Expand Services During Cold Weather
(WBAP/KLIF) — Most North Texas families simply turn up the heat at home to rest comfortably during cold weather, however, the DFW homeless population doesn’t have that luxury. The cold weather has prompted local groups to increase the accessibility of warming centers for the homeless. According to Salvation Army Major Paul McFarland, additional warming centers…… MORE
TXDOT Treating Roads as Sleet Enters Forecast
(WBAP/KLIF) — Potentially hazardous driving conditions could hit areas of North Texas. As rain, snow, sleet and freezing temperatures are in the forecast for counties North and West of the Metroplex, those in charge of Texas roadways are ramping up safety efforts. According to TXDOT’s Bethany Kurtz, white stripes are appearing on roads within the…… MORE