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Former Prosecutor Disappointed by Execution Stay

Former Prosecutor Disappointed by Execution Stay

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The lead prosecutor on the John Battaglia murder case says he’s disappointed the convicted murderer’s execution has been stayed. Saying there’s no better candidate for the death penalty, Attorney Howard Blackmon says Battaglia wanted to get back at his ex-wife for leaving him. “It was to take out his vengeance on…MORE

Police Officer Indicted in Shooting

Police Officer Indicted in Shooting

TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF News) – A Fort Worth police officer is facing a charges of aggravated assault by a public servant after he shot a man that he thought was holding a knife. The Tarrant County DA’s office says officer Courtney Johnson was responding to a call of a suspicious person. “The officer arrived on…MORE

Many Americans Not Worried About an Airport Attack Domestically

Many Americans Not Worried About an Airport Attack Domestically

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – Many domestic travelers don’t seem concerned about a Brussels-style attack on a U.S. airport. Flyers like Kim Shevlin say they’re not worried about a terror attack on an American airport. “I just figure things happen in life and if it’s your time, it’s your time. You can’t be too nervous about…MORE

Police Officer Charged With Murder Resigns

Police Officer Charged With Murder Resigns

FARMERS BRANCH (WBAP/KLIF News) – The Farmers Branch Police Officer charged in the shooting death of a teenager has resigned from the department. Addison Police say Ken Johnson intentionally shot 16-year-old Jose Cruz while Johnson was off-duty. Johnson has claimed he was chasing after Cruz and another teen after he caught them breaking into his…MORE

There Will Soon be a Hail Sale

PLANO (WBAP/KLIF News) – Some North Texas car dealerships are trying to sell hail damaged vehicles. Wednesday night’s hail storm caused damage to cars at three of Ray Huffines dealerships in Plano. “We’re getting the insurance companies to come out and do their evaluations. Some of the cars we’ll repair and some people just prefer…MORE