(WBAP/KLIF) — Tarrant County makes a move to address homelessness. Tarrant County Commissioner Manny Ramirez spearheaded an effort to revitalize a crime ridden area along Las Vegas Trail. That became a reality after the commission voted to turn the crime-ridden Knight’s Inn into permanent homeless housing, with job and healthcare assistance. Ramirez said that Tarrant…… MORE
Governor Abbott Discusses Economic Growth Priorities In Dallas
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott spoke about Texas’ economy on Wednesday and outlined his legislative priorities at a Dallas Regional Chamber luncheon. Speaking to a crowd of over 400 business leaders, the Governor highlighted how he will work with members of the Texas Legislature to ensure that a robust, pro-growth economic agenda keeps…… MORE
Universal Gets Green Light to Build in Frisco
(WBAP/KLIF) — The Frisco City Council gave the green light for Universal to build a theme park in the city’s Fields development. After comments from Cobb Hill neighborhood residents asking to table measure, the city council pushed forward with a vote. According to Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney, the city had addressed the concerns brought forth…… MORE
30 Texas Senators Sign Bill Requiring State Entities to Divest From Russia
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Thirty Texas senators have followed through with their commitment last year to work on divesting state entities with Russia federation investments. Lawmakers said the state had about $100 million dollars in Russian investments and that figure has been widdled down by State Comptroller Glen Hegar. According to a May 2022…… MORE
A Southeast Dallas Community Pleads to Get DART Bus 12 Back in Service Now [LISTEN]
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – A Southeast Dallas community continues to fight for the return of a former well-used bus route over a year after it was eliminated by Dallas Area Rapid Transit [DART]. DART eliminated Bus 12 in Dixon Circle, along with several other routes on January 24, 2021. The routes were replaced with DART’S new…… MORE