KWFS-AM (Wichita Falls, TX)

KWFS, known as News Talk 1290, is a radio station that caters to the Wichita Falls community with a news and talk radio format. It operates on the AM frequency of 1290 kHz and is owned by Townsquare Media.

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Wild Houston Video: Woman Sits in Road With Gun After 18-Wheeler Wreck

22 hours ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

In what might be the wildest video I’ve ever seen, a woman was spotted sitting in a lawn chair in the middle of I-45 in Houston. And let me tell you – when I say it’s the wildest thing I’ve ever seen, that’s saying something. I have posted many wild videos on this platform over the years. After conducting a Google search, I discovered it’s an incredibly sad story.
Heat Dome Targets Texas — How Hot Will It Get in Your City?

1 day ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

The heat dome that has resulted in miserably hot temperatures in the eastern United States will soon make its way to Texas. I don’t know about you, but it’s been plenty hot enough for me here lately. Even with the high temps topping out in the 90s, it has felt much hotter than that thanks to high levels of humidity. READ NEXT: Massive Saharan Dust Cloud to Blanket Texas Early Next WeekBut it’s about to get even hotter.
Saharan Dust Returns to Texas This Weekend

2 days ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

Yet another massive cloud of Saharan dust is on a crash course with Texas. It’s only been a few weeks since the last plume of Saharan dust clouded the Texas skies. This time around, though, a much larger area of the Lone Star State will be affected, according to the Austin American-Statesman. WATCH: Massive Supercell Stuns West Texas Sky Near LubbockThe dust is expected to reach the Texas Gulf Coast late Sunday afternoon.
This Simple Change Slashed Walmart Theft—Could It Happen in Texas?

3 days ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

A Missouri Walmart saw a major drop in shoplifting after removing all of its self-checkout lanes. Could Walmarts in Texas be next? It’s no secret that people have been attempting to steal from stores via self-checkout lanes for years. Shoplifters think they’re being slick by paying for a few things while quietly slipping items they didn’t pay for into shopping bags. But the truth is employees they usually know when someone is doing it.
Fireworks Stands Officially Open Tomorrow in Wichita Falls, Texas

4 days ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

Fourth of July is around the corner and that means those fireworks stands are getting ready for business. All over the state of Texas you see fireworks stands and stores that are only open certain times of the year. In Texas for the Fourth of July, you can only legally sell fireworks from June 24 and ending at midnight on July 4. The only other times these places can open are from December 20 and ending at midnight on January 1.
Texoma's Most Wanted Fugitives of the Week June 20, 2025

1 week ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

Wichita Falls Crime Stoppers has released the latest list of Texoma's most wanted fugitives of the week. Please remember that these fugitives should be considered dangerous and possibly armed. Never attempt to apprehend these subjects yourself. If you have information on the location of any of these fugitives, please call Crime Stoppers 24 hours a day at 940-322-9888 or toll-free at 1-800-322-9888.
Flash Floods Kill 5 in San Antonio as Cars Are Swept Away

2 weeks ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

San Antonio was hit with devastating flash flooding on Thursday (June 12). ABC News reports that at least 5 people died in the intense flooding. The fatalities happened in the northeastern part of the city near Loop 410. READ NEXT: This Texas County Has an Above-Average Hurricane Risk in 2025Fifteen vehicles were swept away by flash flooding. Nineteen people were in the water at one point. Rescue crews were able to remove 10 people from the flooding; two escaped the high water on their own.
The Real BBQ Kings of Texas Might Not Be Where You Think

2 weeks ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

I feel like every city in Texas is obsessed with barbecue, but according to a new study, some are more obsessed than others. While Texas is known for many great types of foods, barbecue is probably the one it’s most known for. And I’m not just talking about the stuff you get in legendary barbecue joints like Kreuz Market and Franklin’s, you’ll find a pit master on just about every city block in the Lone Star State.
Texas Suspect Steals Cop SUV After Arrest in Stolen Cadillac

2 weeks ago | newstalk1290.com | Johnny Thrash

The latest wild police chase, caught on video, involved a man who decided to steal a police SUV in Grand Prairie, Texas. Here’s the thing – it was his second police chase of the night. Fox 4 News reports police attempted to pull over 22-year-old Kendral Pickett when he was spotted driving erratically in a stolen Cadillac with no lights on I-20. READ NEXT: These Texas Cities are DUI Danger ZonesHe evaded the police but eventually ditched the car and ran into a wooded area.
Flood Threat Builds in Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma This Week

2 weeks ago | newstalk1290.com | Kat Mykals

There may not be any hurricanes on the horizon for the Atlantic at this point, but that doesn't mean that heavy flooding rains are out of the forecast. This week in particular looks to be especially wet as some Gulf moisture starts being pulled up over Texas. There is a concern that anywhere from 8-12 inches of rain could fall according to a forecast I saw today from Accuweather.