NEW CANEY (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Governor Greg Abbott ceremonially signed an $18 billion property tax relief package in New Caney on Wednesday, it’s the largest cut in state history. He was joined by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dade Phelan, Senator Paul Bettencourt, Representative Morgan Meyer, and other members of the Texas Legislature. Speaking…… MORE
Excessive Heat Warning Remains In Effect
Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – The National Weather Service has extended its Excessive Heat Warning through 8:00 PM, Central Time Thursday, August 10. It says north and central Texas will experience dangerously hot conditions throughout the day, with temperatures reaching 105 or greater, and heat index values up to 115. NWS forecasters warn the extreme heat…… MORE
Dallas To Pay $8.5 Million Damages For Ransomware Attack
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – The Dallas City Council has approved the payment of $8.5 million in damages to the victims of a ransomware attack on the city’s computer network. The attackers got into the system more than three months ago. The city confirmed in mid-June that the attackers obtained access to the personal data of at…… MORE
Fastest Growing Major City in the Nation Releases 2024 Budget
(WBAP/KLIF) — A budget increase is coming for the fastest growing major city in the nation. The City of Fort Worth’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2024 is 12% higher than 2023 and falls just under $2.6 billion. The city’s Reyna Telles says the budget includes an increase of 294 employees, $1 million towards homeless…… MORE
Cook Children’s & Fort Worth Aim to Reduce Gun Deaths
(WBAP/KLIF) — The leading cause of death among children in trauma centers across the nation is due to firearms. In fact, Cook Children’s has treated 29 patients for gunshot wounds in 2023, two of which have died. That has prompted the children’s care provider to participate in Gun Safety Awareness Month with their Aim for…… MORE