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Dallas County Sheriff’s Department to Host Firearm Disposal Event

Dallas County Sheriff’s Department to Host Firearm Disposal Event

The Dallas County Sheriffs Office is banning together for its first gun buyback program. This initiative is aimed at helping law enforcement officers educate community members on how to properly dispose of unwanted firearms. Handgun owners will be given a $100.00 gift card and long guns will receive a $125.00 gift card. The buyback program…MORE

North Texas Food Bank Announces Food Distribution List

North Texas Food Bank Announces Food Distribution List

The North Texas Food Bank has announced its food distribution list for this week. Food distributions aim to help families who may be struggling to make ends meet. They do not have to register to pick up food, but it is on a first come, first serve basis. Below is the food distribution list for…MORE

SMU Hosts Dallas Open

SMU Hosts Dallas Open

The Dallas Open competition is set to take place at SMU today. Here’s what you need to know… The competition starts at noon, and will feature more than 60 world-class professionals in one of the strongest fields in the tournament’s three-year history. The tournament is one of just 10 ATP Tour events in the U.S.…MORE

Country Singer Toby Keith Dies at 62

Country Singer Toby Keith Dies at 62

Country singer Toby Keith died Monday after a long battle with stomach cancer. He was diagnosed back in 2022. According to a statement posted to Keith’s website and social media, he passed away last night surrounded by his family. Keith performed at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards in September where he received the Country…MORE

Senate Republicans Resist Advancing on Border Policy Bill, Leaving Aid for Ukraine in Doubt

Senate Republicans Resist Advancing on Border Policy Bill, Leaving Aid for Ukraine in Doubt

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans are resisting the advance of a bipartisan proposal intended to clamp down on illegal border crossings. That signals a likely defeat in Congress that would leave leaders with no clear path to approve wartime aid for Ukraine. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell recommended to GOP senators in a closed-door meeting…MORE

Why You May Not Buy “Inflation Is Slowing” Declarations

Why You May Not Buy “Inflation Is Slowing” Declarations

If you are becoming increasingly frustrated not only with the price tag on the rise as you approach the checkstand, the reason may be caused by something now being referred to as “excuseflation”. The term, believed first coined by a pair of Bloomberg journalists. Excuseflation is every company that makes the same type of product…MORE

King Charles Begins Treatment After Cancer Diagnosis

King Charles Begins Treatment After Cancer Diagnosis

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun treatment, Buckingham Palace said Monday. Less than 18 months into his reign he will suspend public duties but will continue with state business, and won’t be handing over his constitutional roles as head of state. The palace said…MORE

Today is the Last Day to Register to Vote in March 5 Primary Elections

Today is the Last Day to Register to Vote in March 5 Primary Elections

NORTH TEXAS (WBAP/KLIF News ) – The deadline is fast approaching for those who have yet to register to vote in the March 5 Texas primary elections. Monday, February 5th, is the last day to sign up to weigh in on who advances in Democratic and Republican races for Texans running for office at the…MORE