San Antonio (AP) – A fifth scheduled execution of a Texas death row inmate has been delayed because of the coronavirus spread around the state. Carlos Treviño’s execution, which had been set for June 3, was postponed to September 30. The 45 year old Treviño was condemned for the 1996 gang rape and fatal stabbing…… MORE
Demonstrators at the capitol demand an end to social restrictions
Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – A few hundred political activists demonstrated on the steps of the Texas capitol building Saturday, calling for an end to social restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the coronavirus. The protest in Austin came despite Governor Greg Abbott’s announcement Friday that he will start easing such restrictions this week. The rally…… MORE
Dallas Police Seek Robbing Gunman; 16 Year Old Boy Critical
DALLAS – WBAP/KLIF – Dallas police are searching for a gunman believed to have tried to rob a boy sitting in a car in South Dallas Friday night about 8:30. Police say they believe the boy became a target of a gunman who approached, demanding property. While it’s not clear if the child turned over…… MORE
Dallas; Tarrant Counties Add to Covid 19 Caseload
WBAP/KLIF – Saturday’s updated Covid 19 victim numbers have arrived from Dallas and Tarrant Counties, both heralding negative news again. Dallas County today announces five new deaths from the coronavirus; 134 new positive cases for a North Texas-leading total of 2,324 cases to date Tarrant County says testing has uncovered another 54 cases announced today;…… MORE
Natural Gas Fire Forces Evacuation in Parts of Grand Prairie
Update: DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Assistant Fire Chief Bill Murphy said the evacuations affected those within a quarter-mile radius. “There is no danger outside of this area at this time. That’s why we were a little overly cautious and evacuated a large area.” Murphy said a six to 12 inch gas line ruptured underneath the road,…… MORE