WASHINGTON D.C. – (WBAP/KLIF) – The Senate has just passed legislation to temporarily fund the government and avoid a shutdown. This bill is the continuing resolution that the House of Representatives passed earlier this morning. In addition to funding the federal government through mid-November, the bill also includes $16 billion in U.S. disaster relief. Funding…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — On the brink of a federal government shutdown, the House has swiftly approved a 45-day funding bill to keep federal agencies open. House passage came after Speaker Kevin McCarthy dropped plans for steep spending cut and relied on Democratic help. The measure now goes to the Senate, which also is meeting Saturday.…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The State Fair of Texas opened its gates on Friday and will run through October 22. The fair will feature two rivalry college football games, midway rides, shows, livestock events, and more. Food is one of the biggest attractions at the state dair. Four brand new vendors, three new soft spaces, and…… MORE
CARROLLTON (WBAP/KLIF) – The United Auto Workers Union strike is expanding, and North Texas auto workers are feeling the impacts. The UAW strike is playing out at Stellantis plant in Carrollton, and GM Parts Distribution plant in Roanoke. The Carrollton plant distributes parts for Chrysler. Demonstrations were held this week outside of both plants. “We…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) — California Senator Dianne Feinstein has died, sources tell Fox News. She was 90. The longtime senator had suffered from extensive health issues for more than a year, leading many to wonder about her fitness for office. Feinstein was present in the Senate on Wednesday and cast a vote at 11:45 a.m. ET, according…… MORE