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City of Dallas to Host TeleTown Hall for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

City of Dallas to Host TeleTown Hall for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Dallas, Texas (WBAP/KLIF) – A TeleTown Hall meeting for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 26. During this TeleTown Hall, Council Members and City staff will provide updates on resources available to small and local businesses. Participants can register before the call by clicking on the following…MORE

Five Dallas County Jail Inmates Test Positive for COVID-19, Others Quarantined

Five Dallas County Jail Inmates Test Positive for COVID-19, Others Quarantined

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas County is facing a potential coronavirus outbreak in its jail. According to Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, five inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 with other test results pending. An inmate in his 40’s, who was booked into the jail in December, first tested positive. Hours later four more inmates showed…MORE

Gas Prices Continue to Fall as Number of Coronavirus Cases Rise

Gas Prices Continue to Fall as Number of Coronavirus Cases Rise

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The coronavirus pandemic is causing gas prices to plummet across the country and experts believe prices will continue to fall. According to the tech company Gas Buddy, COVID-19 restrictions like closed school buildings and offices are leading to less traffic which drives down demand and increases supply. “I like these prices, they’re pretty good,” said…MORE

President Trump Approves Texas Disaster Declaration as COVID-19 Continues to Spread

President Trump Approves Texas Disaster Declaration as COVID-19 Continues to Spread

(WBAP/KLIF) – President Trump approved a disaster declaration for the State of Texas on Wednesday as COVID-19 continues to spread statewide. According to the White House, the President’s action makes Federal funding available for Crisis Counseling for affected individuals in all areas of Texas. Federal funding is also available to State and eligible local governments…MORE

Plano Mayor Chooses to Self Quarantine Amid Confusing Restrictions in Multi-County City

Plano Mayor Chooses to Self Quarantine Amid Confusing Restrictions in Multi-County City

PLANO (WBAP/KLIF)- Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere says there is confusion in the community right now, regarding the orders issued by governmental entities regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The City of Plano is under a State order, a Denton County order, a Collin County order and the City’s own Emergency Declaration.  While there are few differences among…MORE