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Cowboys Hire New Offensive Coordinator

Cowboys Hire New Offensive Coordinator

(WBAP/KLIF) — Brian Schottenheimer is taking over as offensive coordinator for Dallas, with the Cowboys still planning on coach Mike McCarthy taking on play-calling duties. Schottenheimer’s move from consultant to Kellen Moore’s replacement was announced Friday along with the rest of the changes to McCarthy’s staff. The 49-year-old Schottenheimer joined the Dallas staff last season…MORE

New Homebuyer Assistance Program in Dallas Targets Those Impacted by Gentrification

New Homebuyer Assistance Program in Dallas Targets Those Impacted by Gentrification

Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas City Council this week upped the ante in an effort to help longtime residents. The program is geared toward residents stressed by higher costs in communities where gentrification has made housing unaffordable. Councilmembers designated $1M dollars from a $20M dollar fund established last year to tackle racial equity-related initiatives. The new…MORE

Toxic Wastewater From Ohio Train Derailment Being Disposed of in Harris County

Toxic Wastewater From Ohio Train Derailment Being Disposed of in Harris County

DEER PARK (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Toxic wastewater used to extinguish a fire in the aftermath of the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio is on its way to a Houston suburb for disposal. The news comes over two weeks after the Norfolk Southern train carrying hazardous materials derailed on February 3. According to a…MORE

Governor Establishes Street Takeover Task Force

Governor Establishes Street Takeover Task Force

(WBAP/KLIF) — The governor cracking down on street racers taking over intersections. Governor Abbott announced the launch of a statewide Street Takeover Task Force to counter the rise in dangerous street takeovers happening across Texas. The Texas Department of Public Safety has been directed to address the recent street takeovers in several communities that have…MORE