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Texas & 14 Other States Oppose Senate Border Bill

Texas & 14 Other States Oppose Senate Border Bill

(WBAP/KLIF) — 15 states including Texas voice opposition to the Senate’s border bill. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined a coalition of 14 other attorneys general to strongly object to the U.S. Senate’s proposed border bill.  The letter highlights the bill’s failure to solve problems contributing to high volumes of border encounters.  Among the shortcomings…MORE

Gas Prices Could Soar to $7 a Gallon in 2025

Gas Prices Could Soar to $7 a Gallon in 2025

(WBAP/KLIF) — Oil and gas experts are predicting a global shortage of crude oil in 2025, which could cause gas prices to soar over $6 per gallon. Pecos Company Energy’s Rey Trevino says that less than 50% of the oil used over the last decade has been replaced on the world stage.  If current estimates…MORE

House Fails to Impeach Secretary Mayorkas

House Fails to Impeach Secretary Mayorkas

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a dramatic setback, House Republicans failed Tuesday to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, forced to shelve a high-profile priority — for now — after a few GOP lawmakers refused to go along with the party’s plan. The stunning roll call fell just a few votes short of impeaching Mayorkas, stalling…MORE

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