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Vigil Held to Mark One Year Anniversary of Atatiana Jefferson’s Killing

Vigil Held to Mark One Year Anniversary of Atatiana Jefferson’s Killing

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – Today marks the one-year anniversary since 28-year-old Atatiana Jefferson was shot and killed in her home by a now former Fort Worth police officer. It’s a case that sparked nationwide outrage amid a movement calling for the end to police brutality and systemic racism against African Americans and other minorities. On…MORE

Her words: Amy Coney Barrett on Faith, Precedent, Abortion

Her words: Amy Coney Barrett on Faith, Precedent, Abortion

Some notable quotes from Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett, a former Notre Dame law professor and current judge on the Chicago-based 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Her confirmation hearings begin Monday at the Senate Judiciary Committee to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. ___ ON JUDICIAL…MORE

Supreme Court Nominee Barrett Faces Senate Despite Virus

Supreme Court Nominee Barrett Faces Senate Despite Virus

Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) – Confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett are underway. The Senate is charging ahead Monday morning on President Donald Trump’s pick to replace the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and cement a conservative majority on the court before Election Day. In prepared remarks for the Judiciary Committee hearing,…MORE

Texas GOP Chair to Gov. Abbott: ‘Open Texas Now’

Texas GOP Chair to Gov. Abbott: ‘Open Texas Now’

Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Republican Party Chairman Allen West was among some 200 activists and leaders in Austin Saturday who protested outside the Texas Governor’s Mansion … the message was clear. “No exceptions, no delays … open Texas now.” West and others are calling for Abbott to fully reopen the state. West read from a…MORE

Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott Injured During Sunday’s Game Against NY Giants

Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott Injured During Sunday’s Game Against NY Giants

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Dallas Cowboys pull off the win 37 to 34 last night against the New York Giants, but there was some drama. The phrase “Prayers For Dak” quickly began trending on Twitter, after Dallas Cowboys quarterback, Dak Prescott was injured during a tackle in the third quarter by giants defensive back…MORE