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Governor Abbott Discusses Economic Growth Priorities In Dallas

Governor Abbott Discusses Economic Growth Priorities In Dallas

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott spoke about Texas’ economy on Wednesday and outlined his legislative priorities at a Dallas Regional Chamber luncheon.  Speaking to a crowd of over 400 business leaders, the Governor highlighted how he will work with members of the Texas Legislature to ensure that a robust, pro-growth economic agenda keeps…MORE

Universal Gets Green Light to Build in Frisco

Universal Gets Green Light to Build in Frisco

(WBAP/KLIF) — The Frisco City Council gave the green light for Universal to build a theme park in the city’s Fields development. After comments from Cobb Hill neighborhood residents asking to table measure, the city council pushed forward with a vote. According to Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney, the city had addressed the concerns brought forth…MORE

30 Texas Senators Sign Bill Requiring State Entities to Divest From Russia

30 Texas Senators Sign Bill Requiring State Entities to Divest From Russia

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Thirty Texas senators have followed through with their commitment last year to work on divesting state entities with Russia federation investments. Lawmakers said the state had about $100 million dollars in Russian investments and that figure has been widdled down by State Comptroller Glen Hegar. According to a May 2022…MORE

A Southeast Dallas Community Pleads to Get DART Bus 12 Back in Service Now [LISTEN]

A Southeast Dallas Community Pleads to Get DART Bus 12 Back in Service Now [LISTEN]

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – A Southeast Dallas community continues to fight for the return of a former well-used bus route over a year after it was eliminated by Dallas Area Rapid Transit [DART]. DART eliminated Bus 12 in Dixon Circle, along with several other routes on January 24, 2021. The routes were replaced with DART’S new…MORE

Five Texas Woman File Lawsuit Seeking Changes to Texas’ Abortion Law

Five Texas Woman File Lawsuit Seeking Changes to Texas’ Abortion Law

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing Texas over its abortion ban. The lawsuit filed Monday in state court said the Texas law is creating confusion among doctors, who are turning away some pregnant women experiencing health complications because they fear repercussions.…MORE