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Another Guilty Plea in Bribery Scheme Involving Late, Former Dallas City Councilwoman

Another Guilty Plea in Bribery Scheme Involving Late, Former Dallas City Councilwoman

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A former Dallas City Councilwoman was laid to rest Tuesday while the bribery case she was involved in continued to unfold in court. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, 44-year-old Jeremy Scroggins pleaded guilty Tuesday to knowing about Carolyn Davis’ involvement in a housing development bribery scheme, but not reporting it. Scroggins…MORE

Senate Approves Bill to Extend 9/11 Victims Fund

Senate Approves Bill to Extend 9/11 Victims Fund

WASHINGTON (AP) – The Senate has given final legislative approval to a bill ensuring that a victims’ compensation fund related to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks never runs out of money. The 97-2 vote sends the bill to President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it. The vote came after Democratic senators agreed to…MORE

New Kid Friendly Rideshare App VanGo Debuts in Dallas

New Kid Friendly Rideshare App VanGo Debuts in Dallas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – There’s a new rideshare app that’s being dubbed the “Uber for kids.” VanGo, a Connecticut-based company, caters to kids ages 8 to 17 and allows drivers to take them to school or other activities. The company’s CEO Marta Jamrozik said there’s a strict vetting process in place for hiring new drivers and…MORE

Irving Police Warn of Suspicious Men Approaching Teens Near Irving H.S.

Irving Police Warn of Suspicious Men Approaching Teens Near Irving H.S.

Irving (WBAP/KLIF) – Irving police are warning residents about suspicious men approaching teen girls near Irving High School Two girls were approached at different times last Thursday by men asking if they needed a ride. When they refused, they demanded the girls get in the car. A 17-year old ran to Irving High School where…MORE