NEW ORLEANS – (WBAP/KLIF) – Federal immigration officials in ICE or Immigration and Customs Enforcement uniform have begun hitting the streets of New Orleans Wednesday; the Trump administration latest immigration crackdown across the nation that reportedly focuses on immigrants accused of violent crimes, but often ensnares a majority of law-abiding immigrants. Federal agents have launched…… MORE
Judge Issues Injunction Restricting Immigration Arrests in Nation’s Capital
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from making widespread immigration arrests in the nation’s capital without warrants or probable cause that the person is an imminent flight risk. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell in Washington granted a preliminary injunction sought by civil liberties and immigrants rights groups in a lawsuit against the U.S.…… MORE
Trump-Backed Republican Matt Van Epps Wins US House Special Election in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Republican Matt Van Epps has won a special election in Tennessee for a seat in the U.S. House. Van Epps was backed by President Donald Trump. He defeated Democratic state Rep. Aftyn Behn to keep the 7th Congressional District in the GOP column. But the comparatively slim margin of victory fueled…… MORE
Camp Mystic Plans a Partial Reopening in 2026 After the Devastating July Floods
(WBAP/KLIF) – HUNT, TX – Camp Mystic has announced plans to reopen with new safety measures five months after a catastrophic flood killed 27 of its campers and counselors. Camp officials sent a message to parents that stated that new flood monitors and generators have been installed and that every cabin will have two-way radios.…… MORE
Texas Families Can Begin Applying for School Vouchers as Early as Next Week
(WBAP/KLIF) – AUSTIN, TX – Private schools and vendors who currently participate in the existing state initiative for students with disabilities can apply on December 9th, while other Texas families can begin applying February 9th. The program, which the Texas Comptroller’s office oversees, will officially launch at the beginning of the 2026/2027 school year. Most…… MORE