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Forth Worth Implements Tougher COVID-19 Restrictions

Forth Worth Implements Tougher COVID-19 Restrictions

(WBAP/KLIF) FORT WORTH, TX — Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price has announced tighter restrictions to fight the spread of COVID-19. A day after announcing a limit of 125 patrons at bars and restaurants, Price says beginning Wednesday the city will enact more stringent guidelines, including that all restaurants and bars be restricted to drive-thru, delivery, or…MORE

Arlington Man Is First COVID-19 Fatality in North Texas

Arlington Man Is First COVID-19 Fatality in North Texas

(WBAP/KLIF) ARLINGTON, TX — The state of Texas now has two deaths related to COVID-19 and the first in North Texas. Tarrant County Public Health has confirmed that Pat James of Arlington died, Sunday, of the Coronavirus. The 77 year old was a resident of the Texas Masonic Retirement Center in Arlington.  Greg Brandt says…MORE

Dallas ISD Confirms Middle School Student Tests Positive for COVID-19

Dallas ISD Confirms Middle School Student Tests Positive for COVID-19

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Dallas ISD Officials say a student at J-L Long Middle School has tested positive for the Coronavirus. In a letter sent to parents, J-L Long Principal Chandra Barnett says the student was seen by a nurse Friday before Spring Break and fortunately the student is at home and is doing well. She states the Dallas County…MORE

Stocks Jump After Trump Promises to ‘Go Big’ on Virus Aid

Stocks Jump After Trump Promises to ‘Go Big’ on Virus Aid

NEW YORK (AP) – Stocks rallied Tuesday as President Donald Trump promised he’s “going big” with plans to prop up the economy through the coronavirus outbreak. The White House’s proposal could approach $1 trillion. A growing number of investors sees a recession as likely if not already here. The Federal Reserve also announced its latest…MORE

Governor Abbott Activates National Guard In Response To COVID-19

Governor Abbott Activates National Guard In Response To COVID-19

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott activated the Texas National Guard on Tuesday to be prepared to assist with response efforts for COVID-19. “By activating the Texas National Guard, we are ensuring Texas is prepared as we continue to mitigate the spread of COVID-19,” said Governor Abbott. “I am grateful to the men and women…MORE