COLLEGE STATION (WBAP/KLIF) — Texas A&M Forest Service warned on Wednesday of increased wildfire danger, as high temperatures and dry conditions continue to impact the state. “Since mid-July, wildfire activity has increased substantially across Texas due to expanding drought conditions,” said Wes Moorehead, Texas A&M Forest Service Fire Chief. “Over the past two weeks, state…… MORE
Texas Offers Medical Supplies from State Inventory
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – The Texas Division of Emergency Management announced this week that delivery is available for select health and medical supplies from the state’s inventory. According to TDEM, the delivery is available for Texas Emergency Management warehouse inventory including masks, gloves, and COVID-19 test kits. Texas emergency managers, first responders, local public health entities,…… MORE
Sunnyvale Police Release New Surveillance Video of Shooting that Killed 1, Injured 4, Reward Increased
SUNNYVALE (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Sunnyvale police released new surveillance video showing the suspect who shot up a family’s car last month, killing a woman and injuring four others. 27-year-old Tyesha Merritt was killed, her brother and his three children were critically injured at the Riverstone Townhome Apartments at 201 Planters Road on the evening…… MORE
Paxton Due in a Houston Courtroom in 2015 Securities Fraud Case
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Embattled Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s long-delayed trial on securities fraud charges from 2015 takes center stage in a Houston courtroom on Thursday. Paxton is accused of failing to register as a securities adviser and allegedly convincing two investors to buy some 100-thousand dollars in stock for a tech company without…… MORE
Veterans Eligible for Max PACT Act Benefits Need to File Before August 9, 2023
WASHINGTON D.C. (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Veterans who are eligible for “PACT ACT” benefits are urged to file before next Wednesday, August 9, to receive benefits backdated to August 10, 2022. The Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act expands healthcare and benefits to veterans exposed to burn pits and other poisonous substances. Waco Veteran Affairs…… MORE