Dallas (WBAP/KLIF) – The Dallas City Council has approved the payment of $8.5 million in damages to the victims of a ransomware attack on the city’s computer network. The attackers got into the system more than three months ago. The city confirmed in mid-June that the attackers obtained access to the personal data of at…… MORE
Fastest Growing Major City in the Nation Releases 2024 Budget
(WBAP/KLIF) — A budget increase is coming for the fastest growing major city in the nation. The City of Fort Worth’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2024 is 12% higher than 2023 and falls just under $2.6 billion. The city’s Reyna Telles says the budget includes an increase of 294 employees, $1 million towards homeless…… MORE
Cook Children’s & Fort Worth Aim to Reduce Gun Deaths
(WBAP/KLIF) — The leading cause of death among children in trauma centers across the nation is due to firearms. In fact, Cook Children’s has treated 29 patients for gunshot wounds in 2023, two of which have died. That has prompted the children’s care provider to participate in Gun Safety Awareness Month with their Aim for…… MORE
Tax-Free Holiday for School Supplies Is This Weekend
(WBAP/KLIF) — With inflation woes hitting families across the nation, saving every little bit helps make ends meet. That’s why many will be taking advantage of the state’s tax-free holiday this Friday through Sunday. The Texas Comptroller’s Office will not charge any sales tax on certain school supplies priced under $100, this weekend only. From…… MORE
Excessive Heat Warning Issued by NWS
FT. WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – The National Weather Service in Ft. Worth has extended the Excessive Heat Warning through 8 pm Thursday evening. People in the impacted areas are instructed to drink plenty of water, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun when possible and check on relatives and neighbors. The target area includes…… MORE