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Search Intensifies for Wylie Woman Who Vanished Sunday Night

Search Intensifies for Wylie Woman Who Vanished Sunday Night

WYLIE (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The search for a Wylie woman who vanished is intensifying. 46-year-old Melonie Ballenger has not been seen since Sunday night. Investigators said at 6:35 a.m. Monday, officers responded to a call from her husband who had reported her missing. He told officers his wife was last seen at their home…MORE

City of Richardson Issues Boil Water Notice Prompting Closure of 5 Schools Thursday

City of Richardson Issues Boil Water Notice Prompting Closure of 5 Schools Thursday

RICHARDSON (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The City of Richardson issued a boil water notice for customers located in the southwest portion. In a Wednesday news release, officials blamed the issue on an equipment malfunction that caused a part of the city’s 767 water zone to experience a drop in pressure. That issue was not detected…MORE

Dallas Voters Approve Proposition to Decriminalize Marijuana

Dallas Voters Approve Proposition to Decriminalize Marijuana

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Dallas voters overwhelmingly approved a proposition that would decriminalize small amounts of marijuana. However, its recreational use is still illegal in Texas. Proposition “R” or the “Dallas Freedom Act” is a petition-driven amendment and was spearheaded by Ground Game Texas and was met with fierce support as well as backlash.…MORE

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts. With a win in Wisconsin, Trump…MORE

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

Former President Donald Trump Wins Second Term, AP Projects

WASHINGTON D.C. (AP) – Republican Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts. With a win in…MORE

Election 2024 Results

Election 2024 Results

National – Update as of 6:20PM – Fox news has called Kentucky and Indiana for Donald Trump. Kamala Harris wins Vermont. 6:35 Republicans pick up one senate seat and Trump wins West Virginia according to FOX News. Polling places in Georgia, South Carolina, Vermont and Virginia, along with the remaining polls in Indiana and Kentucky…MORE

Boeing Factory Workers Vote to End the Strike

Boeing Factory Workers Vote to End the Strike

(WBAP/KLIF) – The strike by 33,000 Boeing factory workers is coming to an end. The union machinists voted to accept the company’s latest contract offer, which includes a 38% pay raise over four years. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers stated that 59% of their members who cast ballots voted for the contract.…MORE

Attorney General Ken Paxton Has Deployed a Rapid Response Legal Team to Monitor Election Day Activity and Address Litigation

Attorney General Ken Paxton Has Deployed a Rapid Response Legal Team to Monitor Election Day Activity and Address Litigation

(WBAP/KLIF) – AUSTIN, TX – The Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team will be equipped to enforce Texas election laws and take immediate action on any contingencies, including ballot shortages, polling site closures, and improper extension of voting hours. Paxton will also prepare to take defensive action against activist groups who might attempt to influence…MORE

Dallas Police Arrest Woman in Shooting at Black Academy of Arts and Letters

Dallas Police Arrest Woman in Shooting at Black Academy of Arts and Letters

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News ) – A North Texas singer is recovering after being shot by a woman while she was signing autographs on stage at Black Academy of Arts and Letters concert Saturday night. Dallas police said the suspect, 26-year-old Micah Williams, was suffering from a mental health episode when she shot Jada Thomas. Investigators…MORE