MCKINNEY(WBAP/KLIF News ) – The McKinney Fire Department is once again requiring permits for residents performing hot work, cutting or welding outdoors. The change comes as North Texas is dealing with a dangerous combination of sweltering temperatures, drought conditions and grass fires. McKinney Assistant Fire Chief Michael Smith said the permits are aimed mainly at…… MORE
Former Wise County Resident Gets Life in Prison for Child Sexual Assault
Wise County, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – 67-Year old Audie Lee Butler, a former Wise County resident was sentenced to life in prison, a day after being found guilty this week [Wednesday] of continuous sexual assault of a child. In a Facebook post the Wise County Messenger reports that among three witnesses to testify was the alleged…… MORE
Texas Sues Biden Administration Over Emergency Abortion Guidance
Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – The state of Texas sued the federal government Thursday after the Biden administration said federal rules require hospitals to provide abortions if the procedure is necessary to save a mother’s life, even in cases where state law mostly bans the procedure. The lawsuit, which names the Department of Health and Human Services…… MORE
Griner Lawyer: WNBA Star had Doctor’s Letter for Cannabis
UPDATED 6:59AM KHIMKI, Russia (AP) – The trial of WNBA star Blum Britney Griner on drug possession charges in Russia has adjourned for eleven days; that, after her defense lawyers asked for more time to prepare to prepare her case. The 31-year old Baylor alumus has been detained in Russia since February after officers found…… MORE
Irving Police Looking Hit & Run Suspect
Irving, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Irving Police have identified the suspect in a street racing accident that killed a 19-year-old late last month. The incident happened in the early morning hours of June 25th near the intersection of North Beltline and Conflans roads. The suspect vehicle clipped the victim’s car causing him to crash into a…… MORE