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New Variant of the Coronavirus Found in Dallas County

New Variant of the Coronavirus Found in Dallas County

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) -Dallas County Health and Human Services announced that this is the same variant discovered in the United Kingdom, and the third case identified within the state of Texas. According to officials, the variant was found in a man in his 20’s, with no recent history of travel outside of the United States.…MORE

Another North Texas Resident Charged With Insurrection

Another North Texas Resident Charged With Insurrection

A third resident of north Texas has been arrested for alleged involvement with the mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters that stormed the U.S. Capitol last week. Federal authorities say 58 year old Troy Anthony Smocks urged an armed effort to hunt down Democrats and others. Smocks was arrested Friday, and faces a charge of…MORE

Texas Execution Delayed

Texas Execution Delayed

Austin (AP) – A Texas appeals court has delayed what would have been the first execution scheduled in the state this year. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Friday granted a stay for 31 year old Blaine Milam to review claims he is intellectually disabled. Milam had been scheduled to die by lethal injection on…MORE

Frisco Realtor Facing Charges in Capitol Breach

Frisco Realtor Facing Charges in Capitol Breach

FRISCO (WBAP/KLIF) – The Frisco realtor who made several social media posts from last week’s breach of the U.S. Capitol building is now charged for her alleged involvement. Court documents unsealed on Friday show that Jenna Ryan flew from Denton to Washington D.C. on a private plane with others. She posted video of her trip. “I don’t…MORE

The NRA Aims to Relocate to Texas

The NRA Aims to Relocate to Texas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The National Rifle Association is aiming to relocate to Texas. The NRA announced a restructuring plan on Friday. CEO Wayne LaPierre said the move positions the gun lobby for the long-term and ensures continued success as the nation’s leading advocate for constitutional freedom. He said relocating from Texas would set the NRA…MORE