(WBAP/KLIF) — The brother of a 20-year-old student who was shot and seriously injured by police at a protest in Austin, Texas, says law enforcement’s use of munitions such as beanbags, should be reviewed. Justin Howell was hospitalized in critical condition after a May 31st riot and was discharged this week. He was shot in…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — A Texas family experiences a tragic end to a patriotic program in Royse City. City officials held a “Celebrating Freedom” event at the local high school that featured music and a fireworks show. A family from Klondike, Texas, attended the event and were visiting with friends after the show. That’s when the family’s 12-year-old…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — Due to a collapse in world wide demand for energy during COVID-19, Chesapeake Energy Corporation becomes one of the biggest casualties of the pandemic. Chesapeake lawyers filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from the U.S. bankruptcy court in the southern district of Texas.. The gas shale extraction company is a victim of the…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — The latest hospital capacity report in Dallas shows 68% of all beds are in use. Of the nearly 6,100 beds, just over 1,900 remain available. However, hospitals are using just over a third of available ventilators. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins feels the slow return of drive thru test results is hampering effective…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is criticizing Governor Greg Abbott for not doing enough to protect Texas against the Coronavirus pandemic. Although the governor moved to shut down bars and restrict restaurant capacity to 50% on Friday, Jenkins believes another 30-day stay-at-home order along with a mandated mask requirement is also necessary. The…… MORE