Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

2 Million Tesla Receive Autopilot Software Updates

2 Million Tesla Receive Autopilot Software Updates

(FOX BUSINESS) More than 2 million U.S. Tesla owners will begin receiving over-the-air software updates as a result of a recall due to the vehicles’ Autopilot feature. Despite a software remedy being placed in new cars produced since December 7, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the recall Wednesday, impacting cars across the…MORE

Former Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins Dies at 56

Former Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins Dies at 56

DALLAS COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News ) – A former Dallas County District Attorney who is considered a trailblazer in his quest to free wrongfully imprisoned inmates has died. Craig Watkins passed away Tuesday morning at his Dallas home. Watkins became the first black Dallas County DA after winning the office in 2006. He served in the…MORE

Arlington ISD Announces A New Superintendent

Arlington ISD Announces A New Superintendent

ARLINGTON – (WBAP/KLIF) – The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees has announced Dr. Matt Smith as the lone finalist for superintendent. Smith started his career in education as a teacher and coach. He has over 20 years of experience in leadership rolls working as a principal, chief academic officer, and superintendent. He also holds a…MORE

U.N. Votes Overwhelmingly Demanding Gaza Cease-fire

U.N. Votes Overwhelmingly Demanding Gaza Cease-fire

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to demand a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza in a strong demonstration of global support for ending the Israel-Hamas war. The vote also shows the growing isolation of the United States and Israel. The vote in the 193-member world body was 153 in favor, 10 against…MORE

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Meets with U.S. Lawmakers Asking for more Aid

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Meets with U.S. Lawmakers Asking for more Aid

WASHINGTON (AP) — His country’s future at stake, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used inspirational words, resolve and a nod to Christmas in appealing Tuesday to leaders in Congress for U.S. aid for his fighters in the war with Russia. But as he arrived next at the White House, additional American support was in grave doubt.…MORE