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Eligible North Texans Brave Long Lines, Wait Times to be Vaccinated

Eligible North Texans Brave Long Lines, Wait Times to be Vaccinated

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – North Texans are braving long lines to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Outside Tarrant County Resource Connection in Fort Worth on Monday a socially distanced line wrapped around the complex with eligible populations waiting hours with their lawns chairs and masks to get vaccinated. But first, they had to register online. “They…MORE

Fort Worth Rep. Tests Positive for Covid-19

Fort Worth Rep. Tests Positive for Covid-19

A local member of the U.S. House of Representatives has tested positive for coronavirus. Representative Kay Granger was tested once she arrived in DC for the beginning of the 117th Congress. She was later notified that she had tested positive and immediately quarantined. Having received the vaccine in December, she is asymptomatic and her staff…MORE

In Georgia, Final Warnings about High-stakes Senate Runoffs

In Georgia, Final Warnings about High-stakes Senate Runoffs

MILNER, Ga. (AP) – Democrats and Republicans alike are casting Tuesday’s twin Georgia Senate runoffs in the starkest of terms as the state prepares for last-minute visits from President Donald Trump and President-elect Joe Biden. Tuesday’s elections will decide which party will control the Senate at the outset of Biden’s tenure. Republican David Perdue, who…MORE

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick Released COVID-19 Protocols For Opening Day of Texas Senate

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick Released COVID-19 Protocols For Opening Day of Texas Senate

AUSTIN  (WBAP/KLIF News) – When the Texas Senate opens for the 87th Legislative Session January 12th, there will be new COVID-19 protocols in place. Lt. Governor Dan Patrick released the measures Monday morning and said they were necessary to protect elected officials, their staff and the public. “At a time when the U.S. Capitol and…MORE

Dallas City Memo Causes Backlash from Governor Abbott

Dallas City Memo Causes Backlash from Governor Abbott

(WBAP/KLIF) — A Dallas City memo is causing quite a controversy.  The memo in question was sent on January 1st and indicated that Dallas police would cease to be dispatched to handle certain crimes. Among the offenses listed were 911 calls about graffiti, vehicle burglaries, and credit card fraud. The memo, which drew criticism from Governor…MORE