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Victims of North Texas Tornadoes Identified, Residents Rally Around the Families

Victims of North Texas Tornadoes Identified, Residents Rally Around the Families

NORTH TEXAS (WBAP/KLIF News ) – As North Texas communities continue a long road to recovery in the wake of last weekend’s deadly storms, we’re learning more about the victims of a tornado that touched down in Cooke County Saturday night. Seven people were killed, more than 100 injured and hundreds of homes and structures…MORE

Jason Robertson Powers Stars Over Oilers 5-3 for Lead in Western Conference Final

Jason Robertson Powers Stars Over Oilers 5-3 for Lead in Western Conference Final

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Jason Robertson completed his first-career playoff hat trick midway through the third period as the Dallas Stars defeated the Edmonton Oilers 5-3 on Monday night to take a 2-1 lead in the NHL’s Western Conference final. Wyatt Johnston and Miro Heiskanen, into the empty net, had the other goal for Dallas.…MORE

Biden Says Each Generation Has to ‘Earn’ Freedom, in Solemn Memorial Day Remarks

Biden Says Each Generation Has to ‘Earn’ Freedom, in Solemn Memorial Day Remarks

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is making a Memorial Day pledge that his country will continue the work of the nation’s fallen toward a more perfect union, “for which they lived, and for which they died.” Delivering remarks at a solemn remembrance ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Biden says each generation must ensure the…MORE

North Korean Rocket Carrying Its 2nd Spy Satellite Explodes Shortly After Launch

North Korean Rocket Carrying Its 2nd Spy Satellite Explodes Shortly After Launch

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea says its attempt to put another spy satellite into orbit has failed. State media said the rocket carrying the satellite exploded after liftoff Monday evening due to a suspected engine problem. The failed launch came hours after leaders of South Korea, China and Japan met in Seoul in…MORE

Major Retailers Are Offering Summer Deals to Entice Inflation-Weary Shoppers

Major Retailers Are Offering Summer Deals to Entice Inflation-Weary Shoppers

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans who spend Memorial Day scouting sales online and in stores may find more reasons to celebrate the return of warmer weather. Major retailers are stepping up discounts heading into the summer months, hoping to entice inflation-weary shoppers into opening their wallets. Target, Walmart and other chains have rolled out price…MORE

Better Business Bureau Warns of Scammers Following Tornadoes

Better Business Bureau Warns of Scammers Following Tornadoes

(WBAP/KLIF) – The Better Business Bureau is issuing several warnings ahead of potential scammers following the weekend’s deadly tornado outbreak. The bureau has released an extensive to-do list that includes how to avoid being scammed in the aftermath of any natural disaster including tornadoes. Officials say to research your options, ask for references, and ask…MORE

NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton Dies

NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton Dies

(AP) – Bill Walton, who starred for John Wooden’s UCLA Bruins before becoming a Basketball Hall of Famer and one of the biggest stars in basketball broadcasting, died Monday, the league announced on behalf of his family. Walton, who had a prolonged fight with cancer, was 71. He was the NBA’s MVP in the 1977-78…MORE

Run-Off Election Voting Results

Run-Off Election Voting Results

From the Texas Secretary of State’s Office. For complete Run-off Election Results, click below to link to the Texas Secretary of State’s office. https://tinyurl.com/46mu66ju Polls are open Tuesday May 28th from 7am-7pm.MORE

Multiple Dead; Missing – Tornado Damage North of DFW Metroplex

Multiple Dead; Missing – Tornado Damage North of DFW Metroplex

FORT WORTH – (WBAP/KLIF) – At least five people are reported killed in a tornado or more than one tornado that tore through the Sanger/Valley View area Saturday night. Damage is reported in Cooke and Denton counties. More victims are likely, according to officials, who responded to calls for help when a travel center on…MORE