AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation on Tuesday expanding additional services and activities that can open under Phase II of the state’s plan to safely and strategically open. With the proclamation, water parks, recreational sport programs for adults, driver education programs, and food-court dining areas within shopping malls can begin operations with limited occupancy or regulations…… MORE
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Fort Worth Fire Department has released video of a terrifying incident in the hope that the public can help them identify a man accused of threatening to burn a hotel clerk alive before setting the lobby on fire this week. In a Facebook post, Fort Worth Fire investigators said…… MORE
ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)- Six Flags Over Texas and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor will implement extensive new safety measures and hygiene protocols, including new advanced technology systems to protect guests and employees. The parks will reopen when it is safe to do so, upon clearance from the Governor’s Office in conjunction with state and local health officials. The…… MORE
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The arts industry has been greatly impacted by COVID-19 after hundreds of shows and performances were forced to cancel. “It’s been a big blow because all of theaters have closed their doors…everything trickles down and snowballs… it’s going to take a while to get the engine back running again,” said Karen Wiley,…… MORE
TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office confirms its first COVID-19 related inmate death. According to the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office, a 67-year-old inmate died from covid-19 Saturday, May 23. He was transferred to John Peter Smith Hospital on May 3rd. Officials say he man had underlying health issues. The Sheriff’s Office said the…… MORE