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State, Federal Leaders Respond to Deadly Ameba Found in Texas Lake’s Water Supply

State, Federal Leaders Respond to Deadly Ameba Found in Texas Lake’s Water Supply

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott provided an update Tuesday on the state’s response to the presence of Naeglera Fowleri, a deadly ameba, in the City of Lake Jackson’s water supply. Lake Jackson sits about 50 miles south of Houston. The Governor issued a disaster declaration on Sunday after the ameba was found. The death of…MORE

One More Day Left to Donate to North Texas Food Bank’s Collin County Peanut Butter Drive

One More Day Left to Donate to North Texas Food Bank’s Collin County Peanut Butter Drive

COLLIN COUNTY  (WBAP/KLIF News) – There’s still time to help the North Texas Food Bank’s efforts to help feed hungry families in Collin County. The annual Collin County Peanut Butter Drive ends Wednesday, September 20th, but its been collecting the shelf-stable, kid-friendly protein for needy families all month. According to Feeding America, there are more…MORE

Lake Worth ISD Football Player Accused of Using Racial Slur During a Game

Lake Worth ISD Football Player Accused of Using Racial Slur During a Game

Lake Worth, TX (WBAP/KLIF) _ Lake Worth ISD is investigating allegations against a Lake Worth High School football player who is accused of using a racial slur during a game Friday against Polytechnic Senior High. The district confirmed the allegations in a press release, saying that it is investigating claims made against a varsity Bullfrogs…MORE

Court Halts Order Over Straight Ticket Voting In Texas

Court Halts Order Over Straight Ticket Voting In Texas

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – A federal appeals court has stayed a ruling that Texas must offer straight-ticket voting for November’s election. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday ordered a temporary stay of last week’s lower-court order as Texas officials fight the ruling, which would allow voters to choose one party’s entire slate…MORE