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MEGA Pet Adoption Event Has Your New Best Friend for $10

MEGA Pet Adoption Event Has Your New Best Friend for $10

FORT WORTH – WBAP/KLIF – More than 700 pets will be offered for adoption by Fort Worth’s Animal Services and the Humane Society of North Texas.  At or far over capacity for months now, the two shelters are holding a dual event to place pets from snakes to rats to dogs and cats for just…MORE

Community Raising Funds for Fallen Richardson Officer’s Highway Dedication Signs

Community Raising Funds for Fallen Richardson Officer’s Highway Dedication Signs

RICHARDSON (WBAP/KLIF)- The Texas Legislature passed a bill to designate the section of 75 Central in Richardson as the Officer David Sherrard Memorial Highway. Richardson Officer David Sherrard died in the line of duty February last year. Plano Representative Jeff Leach helped write the bill. “I hope this brings some sort of joy and pride…MORE

Arlington Named Top Finalist for National Medal of Honor Museum

ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF) – The City of Arlington could soon be named the home of the national ‘Medal of Honor Museum.’ The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation today announced this week that following a national search Denver, Colorado, and Arlington, Texas, have been selected by the Foundation’s Board of Directors as finalists for the future home of…MORE

Convicted Murderer Skips out of Trial Before Sentencing, Wanted by U.S. Marshals

Convicted Murderer Skips out of Trial Before Sentencing, Wanted by U.S. Marshals

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – A guilty verdict and a 99-year prison sentence was handed down this week in Dallas County to a 25-year-old man who was a no show on day 4 of his murder trial. According to the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, as court was set to begin Thursday morning, prosecutors learned the defendant, Rene…MORE

Tarrant County Fire Marshall: Firework Safety, Rules, Tips and Regulations

Tarrant County Fire Marshall: Firework Safety, Rules, Tips and Regulations

TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- With Fourth of July approaching, the Tarrant County Fire Marshall reminds people about firework safety. Fire Marshall Randy Renois said it’s illegal to ignite fire works in the city but you are allowed in the unincorporated areas if you own land or have permission. He said if you aren’t safe, and don’t…MORE