Category Archives: WBAP 24/7 News

Two Choctaw County Jail Escapees Arrested in Frisco Purse Snatchings Case

Two Choctaw County Jail Escapees Arrested in Frisco Purse Snatchings Case

The duo is connected to multiple alleged crimes in several states states. Frisco, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Frisco police arrested two people connection with two purse snatching incidents outside two stores late last year. 31-year old Tyler Payne and 41-Thomas Cofer are charged with theft and aggravated robbery. Payne was the suspect Monday after a wild…MORE

Senator Cornyn Stresses Realities of Human Trafficking

Senator Cornyn Stresses Realities of Human Trafficking

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – U.S. Senator John Cornyn joined Dallas law enforcement, local non-profits, and trafficking victims on Wednesday for a discussion on how regional efforts to curb human trafficking in the Metroplex will be supported by Cornyn’s Abolish Human Trafficking Reauthorization Act, which was signed into law last week. “The bill strengthens and reauthorizes key programs supporting…MORE

Universal Announces Plan for Frisco Theme Park and Hotel

Universal Announces Plan for Frisco Theme Park and Hotel

FRISCO (WBAP/KLIF) – The City of Frisco is celebrating another big acquisition. Universal Parks & Resorts, on Wednesday, announced plans specifically designed to inspire fun for families with young children with a theme park in Frisco. According to Universal, the new park concept, set in a lush green landscape and featuring immersive themed lands, celebrates…MORE

Another Buc-ee’s Coming to North Texas

Another Buc-ee’s Coming to North Texas

(WBAP/KLIF) — Another Buc-ee’s is coming to North Texas and is expected to bring 200 new jobs, later this year. Construction on the new 74,000 foot store is slated for completion in late 2023. Fans of the popular convenience store chain received word that a new $60-million facility will be built south of Fort Worth,…MORE

Denton ISD Sends $1.4 Billion Bond to Voters

Denton ISD Sends $1.4 Billion Bond to Voters

(WBAP/KLIF) — A May bond election is planned for Denton ISD. The school board voted to approve a nearly one and a half billion dollar bond election at Tuesday night’s meeting. The board voted unanimously in favor of a proposed May 6th bond election to address several issues, including massive growth, aging schools, and outdated…MORE