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The United States and Canada Temporarily Close Shared Border to Non-essential Travel

The United States and Canada Temporarily Close Shared Border to Non-essential Travel

WASHINGTON D.C. (WBAP/KLIF News) – In an effort to curb the spread of the ongoing coronavirus crisis, the United States and Canada have agreed to temporarily close their shared border to non-essential travel. President Donald Trump tweeted Wednesday morning that the decision to tighten restrictions won’t affect trade between the two countries. Speaking to reporters outside…MORE

Joe Biden Surges Ahead in the Democratic Primary Race; Wins IL, FL, AZ

Joe Biden Surges Ahead in the Democratic Primary Race; Wins IL, FL, AZ

Associated Press (WBAP/KLIF) – Joe Biden has continued his surge toward the Democratic presidential nomination with wins in Illinois and Arizona and a dominating victory in Florida, the largest delegate prize of the night. Biden’s momentum considering Tuesday’s primaries is undeniable. That puts pressure on Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders to reconsider his campaign. Sanders’ campaign…MORE

North Texas Schools Will Pay Employees Forced To Stay Home

North Texas Schools Will Pay Employees Forced To Stay Home

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — School boards in multiple North Texas districts have decided to continue to pay employees while schools are shut down to stop the spread of COVID-19. According to CBS districts in Dallas, Fort Worth, Midlothian and Cedar Hill have informed teachers and other employees, including substitutes, salaried, hourly and auxiliary workers that…MORE

Texas COVID-19:  Spreading Across North Texas; Ellis County Reports First Case

Texas COVID-19: Spreading Across North Texas; Ellis County Reports First Case

Ellis County, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Ellis County has it’s first presumptive positive coronavirus patient A Maypearl woman in her 70s showed signs of the illness after going to a hospital to get tested for a stroke. It’s believed to be a case of community spread, as the patient has no former travel history; she’s isolated…MORE

Heavy Rain Makes for a Challenging Morning Commute

Heavy Rain Makes for a Challenging Morning Commute

Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – Heavy rain and thunderstorms is cause major traffic accidents and slow downs for drivers this morning. Be aware of possible ponding on roadways, TxDOT had reports of multiple roadways being affected, including 35E, Interstate 20, Interstate 30, Loop 12, Northwest Highway and State Highways 114 and 183.     The best…MORE