AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Republicans pressed ahead with their push for tougher election laws Tuesday, vowing to ensure Democrats’ weekend victory over SB-7 is merely temporary. GOP Gov. Greg Abbott prepared to call lawmakers back for a special session to revive the voting measure that died when Democrats staged a dramatic walkout from the state Capitol…… MORE
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – After a year hiatus, due to the covid-19 pandemic, the time-honored tradition of the State Fair of Texas is returning in all its lone star glory this fall. State Fair of Texas president, Mark Glieber said in a statement, “This year’s commemorative theme art encompasses the foundation of what the fair is…… MORE
Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott has received the endorsement of former president Donald Trump. In a written statement Trump said, “No one has done more to secure the border and keep our communities safe than Governor Abbott. Trump added that Abbott is a staunch defender of the 2nd Amendment and has made Texas…… MORE
FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- Fort Worth has closed Lake Worth until further notice due to high elevation levels caused by heavy rain. This closure includes all recreational activity including boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, and swimming. “At the current elevation, boat wakes could cause flooding in some homes, and some boat docks could be under water,…… MORE
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed several pieces of legislation into law on Tuesday that are aimed to stop cities from defunding the police and enhance penalties for criminal activities that interfere with or harm law enforcement. “The men and women of law enforcement put their lives on the line every day to…… MORE