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Arlington Adds Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity to Non Discrimination Ordinances

Arlington Adds Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity to Non Discrimination Ordinances

ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF)- The City of Arlington approved to add sexual orientation and gender identity to its anti-discrimination ordinances for fair housing, employment and public accommodations. “It is hereby declared to be the policy of the City of Arlington to promote, through fair, orderly and lawful procedures, the opportunity for each person to obtain housing without…MORE

Keystone Pipeline Canceled After Biden Blocked Permit

Keystone Pipeline Canceled After Biden Blocked Permit

 (AP) – The sponsor of the Keystone XL crude oil pipeline says it’s pulling the plug on the contentious project after Canadian officials failed to persuade the Biden administration to reverse its cancellation of the company’s permit. Calgary-based TC Energy said Wednesday it would work with government agencies “to ensure a safe termination of and…MORE

Biden Opens Overseas Trip Declaring ‘United States is Back’

Biden Opens Overseas Trip Declaring ‘United States is Back’

 (AP) – President Joe Biden has opened his first overseas trip of his term with a declaration that “the United States is back.” He is seeking to reassert the nation on the world stage and steady European allies deeply shaken by his predecessor. Biden has set the stakes for his eight-day trip in sweeping terms,…MORE

Seasonal Jobs Now Available at State Fair of Texas

Seasonal Jobs Now Available at State Fair of Texas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – With just over 100 days until the State Fair of Texas opens, Big Tex is looking to hire thousands of seasonal workers. Seasonal job applications are now available online for a variety of departments. The Fair provides more than 7,000 seasonal job opportunities every year, with approximately 2,200 people employed directly by the State Fair of…MORE

Dallas Regional Chamber Launches Campaign to Boost COVID Vaccinations in North Texas

Dallas Regional Chamber Launches Campaign to Boost COVID Vaccinations in North Texas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The Dallas Regional Chamber launched the “Take Care of Business” multimedia vaccine public awareness campaign on Wednesday with a goal to get more North Texans vaccinated. The chamber hopes to increase the percentage of North Texans ages 16 and older receiving at least one vaccination shot from the current 60% to 70%…MORE