Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Texas Inspector General Launches Probe Into Whistleblower Allegation at the Border

Texas Inspector General Launches Probe Into Whistleblower Allegation at the Border

Texas (WBAP/KLIF) – The Texas Inspector General’s office opened an investigation into allegations of abusive treatment of migrants trying to cross the southern border. The move comes amid allegations by a Texas state trooper of “inhumane” treatment that he says left migrants bloodied from razor-wire barriers. Trooper Nicholas Wingate also alleges that orders were given…MORE

WATCH LIVE: Timothy Simpkins Trial Day 3; Defense Rests

WATCH LIVE: Timothy Simpkins Trial Day 3; Defense Rests

The Timothy Simpkins jury will soon start deliberating his fate. UPDATED: 7-19-23 10:08 a. m. Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – The defense in the attempted capital murder trial of Timothy Simpkins rested its case this morning without calling additional witnesses. Simpkins is accused of shooting two students and a teacher inside Timberview High Scholl on October…MORE

Dangerous Heat Continues across NTX; High Near 105/Real Feel up to 110

Dangerous Heat Continues across NTX; High Near 105/Real Feel up to 110

Elevated fire weather conditions will also exist for areas near and west of the I-35 corridor. Continue to take the necessary precautions against the oppressive heat to limit heat related illnesses. EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for…MORE

Tyler Amber Alert Issued for One-Year-Old

Tyler Amber Alert Issued for One-Year-Old

TYLER (WBAP/KLIF) – The Tyler Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for 1-year-old Jamar Ross, a black baby boy, two feet eight inches tall, weighing 45 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Police are also looking for 26-year-old Tarhondia Jackson, a black woman, six foot two inches, weighing 200 pounds with black hair…MORE