Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Governor Abbott Urges Nation’s Governors to Help Combat Border Surge

Governor Abbott Urges Nation’s Governors to Help Combat Border Surge

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott is urging American Governors to help support Texas’ border security efforts in the wake of the expiration of Title-42 last week.  In letters sent to each of his fellow Governors, Governor Abbott requested support in responding to the ongoing border crisis through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, which enables…MORE

Forney Police Searching for Suspects Involved in 7-11 Pin Pad Skimming

Forney Police Searching for Suspects Involved in 7-11 Pin Pad Skimming

FORNEY (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Forney police are asking the public to help catch suspects who installed two pin pad skimmers at two 7-11 convenience stores in the area. Surveillance photos show the men inside locations at 100 E US Highway 80 near Pinson Road and 1340 North FM 548 just south of Broad Street.…MORE

Wylie Community Holds Prayer Service for Sisters Killed in Allen Mass Shooting

Wylie Community Holds Prayer Service for Sisters Killed in Allen Mass Shooting

WYLIE (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The Collin County community came together at the Cross Church in Wylie last night to honor the lives of two young victims of the mass shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets Mall on May 6th. 11-year-old Daniela Mendoza and 8-year-old Sofia Mendoza were among the eight victims killed. Their mother…MORE

Nationwide Police Officer Shortage Affected Dallas

Nationwide Police Officer Shortage Affected Dallas

(WBAP/KLIF) — A nationwide shortage of police officers is affecting North Texas. With fewer recruits and a large number of police officers changing professions or retiring, police departments are finding it difficult to fill their patrol cars. Police departments across the country are dealing with a shortage of officers to maintain an adequate workforce. Texas…MORE