Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Robert Redford Passes at Age 89

Robert Redford Passes at Age 89

Associated Press: Legendary Hollywood actor-turned-director Robert Redford has died. His publicist confirming the actor passed away Tuesday morning at his home in Utah surrounded by loved ones at 89. Redford rose to stardom in the 19-60’s, and some of his credits include “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “All the President’s Men,” and “Indecent Proposal.”…MORE

JD Vance Says National Unity is Impossible With Those Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Killing

JD Vance Says National Unity is Impossible With Those Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Killing

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President JD Vance says the national unity he’s “desperate” for after the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk cannot be had with people who condone political violence. The Republican vice president commented Monday as he wrapped up an appearance hosting Kirk’s radio program. Kirk, the founder of the Turning Point…MORE

Trump Deploys National Guard to Memphis, Calling It a ‘Replica’ of His Crackdown on Washington

Trump Deploys National Guard to Memphis, Calling It a ‘Replica’ of His Crackdown on Washington

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Trump has announced the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis to combat crime, testing the limits of presidential power by using military force in cities. Trump made Monday’s announcement with Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, calling it a “replica” of efforts in Washington. Last month, Trump deployed National Guard troops to…MORE

Trump Says the US Military Again Targeted a Boat Allegedly Carrying Drugs From Venezuela

Trump Says the US Military Again Targeted a Boat Allegedly Carrying Drugs From Venezuela

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says the U.S. military again targeted a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela, killing three aboard the vessel. Trump announced the strike in a posting on social media. The strike comes two weeks after another military strike on what the Trump administration says was a drug-carrying speedboat from Venezuela…MORE