The states that opted out of the federal COVID-19 unemployment benefit, are now seeing the fruits of their decision. The unemployment rates are going down, and many who were on the benefit are finding jobs.… MORE
Deadline Approaching to for Public Input in First-Ever Trinity Regional Flood Plan
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – The first-ever Trinity Regional Flood Planning Group is asking for public input to help identify areas most prone to flood damage. It’s all part of a statewide effort tackle infrastructure issues and flood mitigation after the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey nearly 4 years ago. Through Saturday North Texans can access…… MORE
WBAP Morning News: An Emotional Jerry Jones Speaks from Oxnard, CA
Jerry Jones had a lot to say in his press conference on Wednesday from Oxnard, CA. He had many emotional moments, but also some moments we can’t air…… MORE
Locally Based Airlines Report Second Quarter Profits as Travel Demand Increases
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Two locally based airlines are reporting second quarter profits for the first time in a while as the industry looks to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic. Southwest Airlines Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Gary Kelly said that the second quarter 2021 marked an important milestone in the pandemic…… MORE
Oil Rig Worker Dies When Part of Mobile Rig Falls on Him Near Houston
HOUSTON (AP) – Officials say a man is dead after part of an oil rig he was working on fell on him near Houston. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says the incident happened Wednesday afternoon in a remote area of the northeastern part of the county, 10 miles northeast of Houston. He says the man…… MORE