GRAPEVINE (WBAP/KLIF News) – A North Texas woman got the surprise of a lifetime when a traffic stop by a Grapevine police officer turned into a proposal. The Grapevine Police Department’s Amanda McNew said dispatcher Stephen Smith told his girlfriend, Amanda Radican, that he had to work the extra shift the morning of July 7th. He left his…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Security will be increased at a couple of DART stations in downtown Dallas after passengers raised concerns about the growing homeless population. Angela Johnson and Daniel Marvin board the train at the Baylor Medical Center stop every day. Johnson told WFAA TV she’s recently noticed a change in the area. “There’s a greater presence…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Texas health officials have reported an increase in reports of a food-born illness that is often linked to produce. The Department of State Health Services said 68 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported in the last month. The department’s Chris Van Deusen said they’re seeing a spike in cases this Summer.…… MORE
TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – Tarrant County Public Health has reported its first West Nile-related death of the 2017 season. The person was a senior citizen and had previous health conditions. The department’s Russell Jones said this is the second case that has been reported this year and that they do expect to see more hospitalizations…… MORE
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – A transgender Texan has posted an all-smiles picture with Gov. Greg Abbott to protest a “bathroom bill” that state lawmakers will again consider during a special legislative session beginning Tuesday. Ashley Smith posed with Abbott after he announced his re-election campaign Friday in San Antonio. She later identified herself in the…… MORE