Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – A coalition of advocacy groups is calling on the Dallas school district to disband its police force. The five groups say many black students, and those with disabilities, feel less safe with police stationed at their schools because of their previous experiences. The coalition also questions what it says are the millions…… MORE
‘Save me’: Texas man’s in-custody death raises key questions
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Police video and documents released more than a year after the in-custody death of a black man in Texas show that sheriff’s deputies repeatedly used a stun gun on him despite multiple pleas that he couldn’t breathe following a chase after he failed to dim his headlights. The revelations in the…… MORE
MedStar Tips to Beat the Texas Heat
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The heat is on in North Texas. Since March 1st, MedStar crews have already treated 91 patients with a primary clinical impression of a heat-related illness. Matt Zavadsky with MedStar said just this past weekend, crews responded to 27 heat calls and 17 patients were serious enough to require transport to the…… MORE
Dallas Police Chief Renee Hall Lays Out Plan to Build Trust, Address Use of Force and Racial Bias
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- In light of recent events, the Dallas Police Department plans to implement several policies to proactively address challenges between law enforcement and communities of color. During a Public Safety Committee meeting, Dallas Chief Renee Hall laid out plans to build a foundation of trust between the community and law enforcement. This is part of Project…… MORE
Funeral Services for George Floyd Held in Texas
HOUSTON (WBAP/KLIF) – Thousands of people lined up outside a Houston church on Monday to pay their respects for George Floyd who died in Minneapolis Police custody. Many were taken by the bus load. The public viewing began two days of services in the city where Floyd grew up. Inside Fountain of Praise Church the…… MORE