Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

FC Dallas Players Test Positive for COVID-19

FC Dallas Players Test Positive for COVID-19

FRISCO (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- Just before the return to major league soccer, six FC Dallas players have tested positive for COVID-19 since arriving in Orlando for the ‘MLS is Back Tournament.’ All team players had tested negative prior to the clubs departure on Saturday. But testing continued in Florida. Two players then tested positive. This prompted…MORE

Galveston Mayor Closes Beaches Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

Galveston Mayor Closes Beaches Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

GALVESTON (WBAP/KLIF NEWS)- The Fourth of July weekend is approaching but some beach goers wont be able to celebrate as planned. As COVID-19 case numbers rapidly increase throughout Texas, Galveston Mayor Jim Yarbrough has made the decision to close all city beaches for Fourth of July weekend. The closure begins at 5 am on Friday…MORE

DFW Airport to Require Masks

DFW Airport to Require Masks

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) — Dallas Fort Worth International Airport will require patrons to wear facemasks starting Thursday. Employees will be required as well. The policy is said to align with mandates issued by Dallas and Tarrant counties. Facemasks are not required for those under the age of two and are not required to be worn while eating or…MORE

Senator Cornyn Calling for New Strategy in Covid19 Testing

Senator Cornyn Calling for New Strategy in Covid19 Testing

(WBAP/KLIF) – Senator John Cornyn is calling on a change to Covid 19 testing across the United States as states, including Texas, continue to see an increase in cases. Cornyn giving the example of pool testing to more quickly identify cases where people are close together. “It’s clear that we need to adapt to everything…MORE