DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Big Tex is in position at the State Fair of Texas. There were concerns that the coronavirus pandemic would cause Big Tex to miss the fair, but thanks to the work of crane operators he’s in place at Big Tex Circle. “He comes in at a little more than 25,000 pounds so…… MORE
AT&T Stadium to Open at 25% Capacity for Home Opener
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- Some fans will get the chance to see the Dallas Cowboys home opener in person amid COVID-19. Head Coach Mike McCarthy announced in a press conference the stadium will be at 25% capacity this Sunday, allowing almost 20,000 fans to see the game in person. Fans will be required to wear face…… MORE
Governor Abbott to Give Update on Texas COVID-19 Response
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott will provide an update on Texas’ continued response to COVID-19 on Thursday. It’s unclear exactly what updates the Governor will have. But under current coronavirus restrictions, bars are still closed, restaurants are limited to 25% occupancy, and outdoor sports venues can only be 25% full. Bar owners continue to…… MORE
DOJ Ramps up Efforts to Charge “Johns” in Fight Against Child Sex Trafficking
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The Department of Justice is enhancing its efforts against human sex trafficking. According to U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Erin Nealy Cox, two North Texas men are charged with Child sex trafficking after allegedly paying to have sex with a 13-year-old girl in an Irving hotel room. Cox said that…… MORE
At Least 22 Injured in Crane Collision in East Austin
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News) – At least 22 people were injured when two cranes collided in a neighborhood near the Mueller Development just East of in Austin Wednesday morning. Austin Travis County Emergency Medical Services said 16 people were rushed to the hospital, three refused transport and three were deemed “no patients.” ATCEMS said six ambulances had…… MORE