(WBAP/KLIF) — Arlington ISD has closed one of its meal distribution centers after an employee contracted Coronavirus. The food service employee worked at Swift elementary school, but did have direct contact with families making curb-side pick ups. The district expects the facility to be closed for a week while crews disinfecting the school. the worker…… MORE
Neiman Marcus To File For Bankruptcy
(WBAP/KLIF) — COVID-19 has forced Dallas-based Neiman Marcus into bankruptcy. The company is preparing to file next week as it deals with economic hardships associated with the Coronavirus shut-down. The move affects 14,000 employees nationwide. The pandemic has forced many retailers to shut down, costing companies millions of dollars. Neiman Marcus would be the first first…… MORE
Alcon Produces PPE’s For DFW-Area Hospitals
(WBAP/KLIF) — One of Fort Worth’s largest companies has entered the battle to produce more PPE’s. Contact lens solution maker Alcon is now producing hand sanitizer for first responders. The company employs about 4,000 people in Fort Worth and has altered its production line to manufacture face shields and hand sanitizer. Ed McGough says the…… MORE
Dallas County Opening COVID-19 Testing to Retail Workers
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Dallas County has opened COVID-19 testing to retail workers who continue to work essential jobs at places like Tom Thumb, Walmart and Costco as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Dallas County Judge Clay announced Monday that testing at the American Airlines Center and Ellis Davis Field House in Dallas is open to…… MORE
Round Two of SBA Loan COVID-19 Relief On the Way
(WBAP/KLIF) — Small business owners unable to receive payroll protection fund money may have a second chance. All of the $349-billion ran out last week, however Congress is poised to add another $370-billion to the fund. Fort Worth BBVA’s Brian Happle says time is of the essence and applicants should have their 941 statement, as…… MORE