The former fire chief of Denton County’s Emergency Services District 1 pleaded guilty Wednesday to 13 federal felony charges. Troy “Mac” Hohenberger confessed he embezzled about half a million dollars from the Argyle Volunteer Fire Department’s operating fund. Federal authorities say he spent the money on personal expenses, gambling trips, and gifts to relatives. Hohenberger…… MORE
WBAP Morning News: Another One Jumps In
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Launches 2024 GOP Presidential Campaign
MIAMI (AP) — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has entered the 2024 presidential race. He’s stepping into a crowded Republican primary contest that will test his national appeal as an outspoken cultural conservative and the party’s willingness to move on from former President Donald Trump. DeSantis revealed his decision in a Federal Election Commission filing before…… MORE
Texas Lawmakers Consider Testimony in AG Paxton Hearing
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – The Texas House of Representatives’ General Investigating Committee heard testimony on Wednesday surrounding allegations against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. The embattled Attorney General is facing lingering social securities fraud charges and is accused of using taxpayer money to settle a $3.3 million whistleblower lawsuit. Former Paxton employees allege they were fired…… MORE
Tina Turner, Unstoppable Superstar Whose Hits Included ‘What’s Love Got to Do With It,’ Dead at 83
NEW YORK (AP) — Tina Turner, the unstoppable singer and stage performer who teamed with husband Ike Turner for a dynamic run of hit records and live shows in the 1960s and ‘70s and survived her horrifying marriage to triumph in middle age with the chart-topping “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” has died…… MORE