Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Southwest to Cut Some Service After First Quarter Losses

Southwest to Cut Some Service After First Quarter Losses

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) Fort Worth-based American and Dallas-based Southwest airlines both say they lost money in the first quarter, and they’re responding by trying to cut costs. Southwest said Thursday it will limit hiring, offer voluntary time off to employees, and stop service to four airports after losing $231 million in the first quarter. Southwest plans…MORE

The Student Shot Outside Bowie High School in Arlington Has Been Identified

The Student Shot Outside Bowie High School in Arlington Has Been Identified

A 17 year old suspect is in custody following a shooting outside Bowie High School Wednesday afternoon that resulted in the death of 18 year old Etavion Barnes, who was a student at the school. Arlington ISD superintendent Dr. Matt Smith issued the following statement: Arlington ISD has canceled classes at Bowie High School for…MORE

Governor Abbott Says School Choice is a Win-Win for Parents

Governor Abbott Says School Choice is a Win-Win for Parents

(WBAP/KLIF) — One of the hottest issues that continues to swirl around the state centers on Texas school children. That has those on both sides of the aisle questioning whether the governor’s School Choice initiative can really work. Meanwhile, Governor Greg Abbott continues to champion his effort to implement school choice into the Lone Star…MORE

USPS Gets Tough on Mail Crime

USPS Gets Tough on Mail Crime

(WBAP/KLIF) — In the wake of a rise in violence against postal carriers, the U.S. Postal Service has instituted the Safe Delivery program to promote employee safety. According to Postal Inspector Sean Smith, 15,000 high security collection boxes have been installed in the DFW area and across the country. He says the program is beginning…MORE

Dallas Approves Agreement Potentially Moving Dallas Wings to Downtown

Dallas Approves Agreement Potentially Moving Dallas Wings to Downtown

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The City of Dallas has approved a 15-year agreement for the WNBA’s Dallas Wings to soon play at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Downtown Dallas. The agreement includes upgrades to the auditorium as part of the larger redevelopment and expansion of the convention center. Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson says the…MORE