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New York Mayor Adams’ Phones Seized by FBI

New York Mayor Adams’ Phones Seized by FBI

NEW YORK (AP) — FBI agents seized phones and an iPad from New York City Mayor Eric Adams this week as part of an investigation into his campaign fundraising, his attorney confirmed Friday. The seizures happened after an event Monday night, according to a statement from the mayor’s attorney, Boyd Johnson. “On Monday night, the…MORE

Construction Progress Made on National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington

Construction Progress Made on National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington

ARLINGTON (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Ahead of Veteran’s Day, some North Texans will get a glimpse of what will be soon be the home of the first National Medal of Honor Museum. It will be located in Arlington’s entertainment district just east of Globe Life Field. Since its creation in 1861, only 3500 medals have…MORE

Court Date Set for Aaron Dean’s Manslaughter Conviction Appeal Hearing

Court Date Set for Aaron Dean’s Manslaughter Conviction Appeal Hearing

FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean has a date for his appeal hearing. He was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to almost twelve years in prison in December 2022 for the fatal shooting of Atatiana Jefferson while on duty. Dean and his partner were responding to a call…MORE

Joe Manchin Will Not Seek Re-election

Joe Manchin Will Not Seek Re-election

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia says he won’t seek reelection in 2024, giving Republicans a prime opportunity to pick up a seat in the heavily GOP state. The 75-year-old Manchin revealed the news Thursday in a statement, saying he had made the decision “after months of deliberation and long…MORE

Authorities Investigating Potentially ‘Hazardous Substance’ Sent to Texas AG’s Office

Authorities Investigating Potentially ‘Hazardous Substance’ Sent to Texas AG’s Office

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Austin Fire Department’s Special Operations crews, Travis County EMS and the Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating a potentially hazardous substance sent to the Texas Attorney General’s Office Thursday morning. Staffers at the office, located at the William P. Clements Jr. State Building, received an envelope containing a…MORE