John Hall, of Texas Baptist Men, joined The WBAP Morning News to talk about their relief efforts in Hawaii, which is experiencing devastating wildfires. … MORE
Another North Texas School District to Implement Armed Security
(WBAP/KLIF) — The Plano ISD Board of Trustees approved a school marshal program to comply with the Texas Legislature’s passage of House Bill 3, which requires all schools to have an armed security officer on campus. According to Plano ISD Superintendent Dr. Teresa Williams, school marshals will be district employees and cover all campuses not…… MORE
Tarrant County to Cut Budget & Give Employees a Raise
(WBAP/KLIF) — When Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare ran for office, he made a pledge to cut unnecessary spending. That promise is closer to reality as the Commissioner’s Court is reviewing the proposed 2024 fiscal year budget. Many large Texas counties increase spending and hire more staff, year in and year out. however, the state’s…… MORE
DFW Airport Breaks Ground on Renewable Power Plant
(WBAP/KLIF) — A power plant primarily fueled by renewable wind energy broke ground at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport and is expected to come online in mid 2025. The $234-million electric Central Utility Plant (eCUP) will substantially decrease greenhouse gas emissions and reduce the plant’s water usage by 29%. DFW Airport CEO Sean Donahue says the new…… MORE
Excessive Heat Warning Extended Through Friday
(WBAP/KLIF) — Excessive Heat Warnings are expected to continue into next week, with temperatures hovering around 105 and heat index values eclipsing 115. Experts are cautioning that the heat and humidity significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, especially while working or recreating outdoors. Although the most recent excessive heat warning runs through Friday…… MORE