Plus, it is almost Fantasy Football time. Listen to Mike Rogers and Austin York share some witty and fascinating Fantasy Football team names.By Audacy

Police in Royse City say a 15-year-old girl is lucky after she took a ride with a stranger and the stranger took off with her. Police Chief Kirk Aldridge can only speculate what led to the teenager getting into an SUV with someone she didn't know. But when she did it became clear within minutes that the stranger wasn't heading to her house. He said…

Liam Ryan, CEO, Streetleaf joins KRLD's David Johnson on this episode of CEO Spotlight.By Audacy

With just over two months to go until the presidential election and the Democratic National Convention in the rearview mirror, Face the Nation turns its focus on Sunday to how the DNC could affect Kamala Harris' campaign. Moderator Margaret Brennan previewed the show with KRLD's Mike Rogers. The White House is seen on July 28, 2024, in Washington, …

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris sent a message to voters that they were waiting to hear when she accepted the party's nomination on Thursday night, Dallas County Democratic Party Chair Kardal Coleman said. Photo: Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris celebrates after accepting the Democratic presidential n…

Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic nomination for president Thursday at the party's convention in Chicago. SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson says Harris' acceptance speech indicated an effort to pivot from her policy positions in the 2020 campaign. Photo: Second gentleman Doug Emhoff, Democratic presidential nominee, …

Kamala Harris's running mate Tim Walz is still being criticized for his military record and is accused of "stolen valor". KRLD's Michael Board explains. Photo: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

The University of Texas System Board of Regents announces a huge merger of two of its schools starting next year. Photo: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

The race for the Texas senate seat in November...is getting really tight... A new poll put support for Sen. Ted Cruz among likely voters at 46%, while his challenger, Dallas congressman Colin Allred, sits at 44%. Rice political science professor Mark Jones...one of the authors of the polls says these results really haven't changed from what they sh…

Former president Donald Trump was also watching last night's end of the Democratic National Convention...sharing various thoughts on the platform Truth Social. He joined Fox News reporters to talk about Harris's speech.By Audacy

On the final night of the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris took the stage. Reporter Steve Futterman reports from Chicago. Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesBy Audacy

Plus, Excessive Heat Warnings are back in store for North Texas, and U.S. Rep. Colin Allred (D-Dallas), who's running for U.S. Senate, also spoke Thursday night in Chicago.By Audacy

Excessive Heat Warnings are back across all of North Texas on Friday. There will be more warnings and advisories over the weekend, but there is some light at the end of the tunnel. Photo credit: National Weather ServiceBy Audacy

Our App today is called Cloaked. We are all worried about the safety of our data. It's some of the most valuable property on the Internet. This is a service that can hide your personal data from just about anyone. It can also delete from places where you might not want them knowing that much about you or your family. It looks at different sites to …

Also, see what fun events are happening this weekend, and Denton ISD bus driver placed on leave after reports of erratic driving.By Audacy

A Dallas man who wounded a police officer who was attempting to make a murder arrest has taken a plea deal. KRLD's LP Phillips has the latest. Photo: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

Oprah Winfrey, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz headlined the third night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday night. KCBS reporter Doug Sovern joined KRLD's Mike Rogers and Austin York to recap the night. Photo credit: Getty Images…

The Dallas Police Department paid employees $11 million in overtime last year, part of a nine-figure overtime bill for the city as a whole. On Wednesday, police officials presented a plan to the city council that would aim to reduce the overtime bill over the next several years. Reporter David Goins of KRLD's media partner NBC 5 covered the meeting…

KRLD is gathering more information as a rideshare driver survives a car-jacking that started in Arlington...and took them all the way to the Miami area. KRLD's L.P. Phillips has been sorting through the details.By Audacy

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has officially accepted the Democratic Vice Presidential nomination. At the party's national convention in Chicago last night... Walz touched on his experience as a public high school teacher, football coach, Congressman, and Governor. He also took aim at Republicans... Photo: Getty Images…

A huge reward is now being offered in the case of a bald eagle nest that was illegally destroyed in Sherman. KRLD's Melanie Brown has more...By Audacy

Plus, Tim Walz speaks at the DNC on night 3 and Trump and Vance respond.By Audacy

If you're looking for things to do this weekend in North Texas, KRLD has you covered. There are plenty of things to do this weekend, including Bark in the Park at Dallas' Klyde Warren Park, Future and Metro Boomin performing at the American Airlines Center, and the North Texas Fair & Rodeo in Denton. Photo: Future and Metro Boomin perform onstage d…

Heat Advisories are back for most of North Texas on Thursday and will likely stick around through the weekend. There could be a pattern change in about a week. Photo credit: National Weather ServiceBy Audacy

Barack and Michelle Obama headlined the second night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The Texas State Network's John Butler joined Mike Rogers and Austin York on Wednesday morning and discussed whether Democrats will sustain the enthusiasm they had for the Obamas through the rest of the week. Former U.S. President Barack Obama (L) …

A local union protested outside a UPS office in McKinney on Wednesday morning, less than a week after they say a driver passed out due to heat exhaustion and crashed on the highway. Reporter Alanna Quillin of KRLD's media partner NBC 5 joined Mike Rogers and Austin York live from the picket line. Photo: A United Parcel Service logo is pictured on A…

In honor of Black Business Month, Cynthia Nevels joined KRLD Afternoon News. She gives perspective on the entrepreneurs she works with and their goals for impact. Photo Credit: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

Just like we did for the Republican National Convention last month...we're covering the Democratic National Convention all week. The second night featured the Obamas and their endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. Former First Lady Michelle Obama said hope is making a comeback and she made a few swipes at Donald Trump. Here's some of her spe…

With the extremely hot and dry weather comes the growing threat of wildfires that Governor Abbott is working to get in front of. Photo: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

A UPS teamsters union is picketing in McKinney...calling for air-conditioned trucks after a scary encounter with one of their colleagues. Here's KRLD's Alan Scaia. Photo: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

Plus, a local union held a union Wednesday morning after they say a UPS driver passed out while driving his truck in McKinney, and former First Lady Michelle Obama and former President Barack Obama headlined the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday in Chicago.By Audacy

It will be slightly cooler on Wednesday, but still hot into the weekend, as Heat Advisories and Excessive Heat Warnings slide off to the west and south of Dallas-Fort Worth. All of North Texas will experience poor air quality through the rest of the week. Photo credit: National Weather ServiceBy Audacy

Our App today is called Zeam. There are a lot of streaming apps that you have to pay for. Others are called Free Ad-Supported streaming apps with all kinds of TV shows and movies. But, a lot of people have moved into Texas over the last few years, and they might want to keep up to date with what's going on in their old hometowns. This app lets you …

Also, get a preview of what will tonight's Democratic National Convention will hold, and burn bansBy Audacy

Ian McClure, CEO of Gulf Coast Hotel Management, joins David Johnson in this episode of CEO Spotlight.By Audacy

The Democratic National Convention goes into night 2 with another lineup of heavy hitters taking to the podium in primetime. On today's Ask The Expert, we return to Chicago to chat with Phil Prazan from NBC 5. Photo Credits: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

An auction house in Dallas is now taking bids in a collection of sports memorabilia. Heritage Auctions' "Summer Platinum Night Sports Auction" runs through Sunday. Photo: Alan ScaiaBy Audacy

A Waco man could face a Dallas County death penalty trial over the murder of two convenience store clerks in two days. KRLD's L.P. Phillips is live to bring us the latest development in a case we've been followingBy Audacy

DFW hit 107 degrees Monday...officially the hottest day of the year. A lot of you seem to be taking the warnings seriously and staying indoors! KRLD's L.P. Phillips has been checking in with hospitals and says there haven't been a lot of heat-stroke cases. Photo: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) addressed the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday night. Photo: Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) appears onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)…

Several Texans spoke at the first night of the Democratic National Convention, which started Monday in Chicago. President Joe Biden, who is not running for reelection, gave the keynote speech at the end of the night.By Audacy

Plus, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) addressed delegates at the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, and triple-digit temperatures are increasing wildfire risks in West Texas.By Audacy

The use of an online genealogy test has helped police and prosecutors convict a Dallas man of a sexual assault that happened 24 years ago. KRLD's L.P. Phillips says there could be as many as a dozen other victims.By Audacy

The National Democratic Convention got started last night with a couple of Texans taking center stage. KRLD's Alan Scaia continues our team coverage. Dallas Democrat Jasmine Crockett was one of several members of Congress to speak last night. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesBy Audacy

The wind shifted to the east across parts of North Texas on Tuesday morning as slightly cooler air filtered in from the eastern half of the United States. It's still going to be hot, but not as hot as it has been the past couple of days. Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton, Waxahachie, and Kaufman are under Heat Advisories. Excessive Heat Warnings have been…

Our App today is called Jobsnap. This is an app for people who need help from contractors or other home service providers. It also is a place for those contractors to find customers. Those contractors get aid in managing their customers better. That saves a whole bunch of time and money. If you need someone to work on your house, you can find them …

Also, the young man who killed five people in a crash is charged with intoxicated manslaughter, and DFW Airport reaches a new high temperature of 106 degrees.By Audacy

In Dallas, OurCalling has extended its hours to serve as a cooling station. The nonprofit near Interstate 30 and Cesar Chavez Boulevard has stayed open until 8 p.m. instead of 3 p.m. Photo credit: Alan Scaia / NewsRadio 1080 KRLDBy Audacy

What will happen at the DNC this year? On today's Ask The Expert, Phil Prazan from NBC-5 joined us to talk about it. He's in Chicago. Photo Credit: Josh Morgan | USA TODAYBy Audacy

The Democratic National Convention is now getting underway in Chicago. Texas has 273 delegates at the event. Photo by: Brandon Bell/Getty ImagesBy Audacy