{"articles":[{"id":"tctfvd","title":"Baby drowns after mother drunkenly puts her in hotel spa tub, officials say","excerpt":"LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (Gray News) - A Pennsylvania mother is accused of causing her 5-month-old daughter’s death when officials say she drunkenly put the baby in a hotel spa tub in which she drowned. Diontae Nicole Beckett, 25, faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and endangering the welfare...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/baby-drowns-after-mother-drunkenly-puts-her-hotel-spa-tub-officials-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T09:52:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FM3DJ522IFNA3FIYXOGDWVOT6I4.jpg%3Fauth%3D416928227642cd29a781af67e3f4320992202dc1bf674afdc188bf508b24fd22%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"baby-drowns-after-mother-drunkenly-puts-her-in-hotel-spa-tub-officials-say"},{"id":"jv8p0a","title":"High school sweethearts and their 2 young sons killed in head-on crash: ‘Like a nightmare’","excerpt":"MESA, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) - A pair of newly married high school sweethearts and their two young sons were driving back to Arizona from a holiday weekend but never made it home. Giovanni Huerta, 26, and his wife, 26-year-old Kiah Begaye, were driving back home Monday afternoon from visiti...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/high-school-sweethearts-their-2-young-sons-killed-head-on-crash-like-nightmare/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Jason Barry, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T06:50:12.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FTIYDC42HFRAJ7AA2H322DHVEBI.png%3Fauth%3D0ae020e7162e6cf21450ceb68ffb8dfbbc56fe95c15e01faa19b48380c2bcfc1%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"high-school-sweethearts-and-their-2-young-sons-killed-in-head-on-crash-like-a-nightmare"},{"id":"8vqpt0","title":"‘Speaks volumes’: Attorney says Lindsay Clancy’s husband forgave her after children’s deaths","excerpt":"(Gray News) – The defense attorney for Lindsay Clancy gave an interview Wednesday, less than a week after a Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial because the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict in the child killings case. Kevin Reddington spoke with CNN’s Anderson Cooper and provided more ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/speaks-volumes-lindsay-clancys-husband-forgave-her-after-childrens-deaths-attorney-says/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:47:49.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FSZB6VHMZ2NGDZBVAE2S3IB7NXY.jpg%3Fauth%3D92c4f0778b168eda304c8b37fd2f7551607da053902cc5a0c40d8116cc456bb0%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"speaks-volumes-attorney-says-lindsay-clancys-husband-forgave-her-after-childrens-deaths"},{"id":"dy9iyc","title":"FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, September 10th, 2026","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, September 10th, 2026: Well above average warmth continues through the start of the weekend, with near record heat in the forecast on Saturday. Isolated showers and thunderstorms will be possible for parts of the region as we continue thr...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/first-alert-7-forecast-thursday-september-10th-2026/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Ethan Yost","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:36:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FAFEW5ZEYNBHA5EX76DUK3QFKO4.png%3Fauth%3Db556e32df47163fd3d9ddadc32333fe16f75eaf02597ab75b00843c43b531a60%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"first-alert-7-forecast-for-thursday-september-10th-2026"},{"id":"9258me","title":"PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Austin Joslin","excerpt":"COAHOMA, Texas (KOSA) - Coahoma’s week one loss to Forsan was a bit of a reality check for the Bulldogs. The team responded in a big way week two, defeating Brownfield 37-0. Quarterback Austin Joslin also improved in that matchup. He threw for 304 yards and three touchdowns against the Cubs. “I m...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/player-week-austin-joslin/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Wyatt Nun","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:36:26.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F2BLKV3ZUBVBUBHTCAN5MO5VQEI.png%3Fauth%3D6268787a7e0284725bd7d772e658085d2abac1e83950c8361134a08d38b0fc6e%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"player-of-the-week-austin-joslin"},{"id":"3mtryh","title":"Suicide Prevention: How to talk to children, teens about mental health","excerpt":"Dr. Sahar Ashraf, a psychiatry resident at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Permian Basin, advises parents to monitor behavioral changes and maintain open communication with their children regarding mental health and suicide risks.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/suicide-prevention-how-to-talk-to-children-teens-about-mental-health/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Erica Miller","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:23:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.537Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2FGettyImages-1242398705.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"suicide-prevention-how-to-talk-to-children-teens-about-mental-health"},{"id":"z76vv4","title":"Experts urge open conversations about suicide warning signs and prevention","excerpt":"Mental health experts advise individuals to take all suicidal thoughts seriously and encourage open communication and early intervention to prevent crises.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/experts-urge-open-conversations-about-suicide-warning-signs-and-prevention/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Erica Miller","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:21:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.537Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2F719353391_122316834824222516_3107471942911263811_n.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"experts-urge-open-conversations-about-suicide-warning-signs-and-prevention"},{"id":"e6z8j0","title":"‘You’re never alone’: Deputies emphasize mental health support for everyone","excerpt":"Five deputies at the Ector County Sheriff's Office undergo specialized training to handle mental health crises and encourage law enforcement officers to seek help for their own mental health challenges.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/youre-never-alone-deputies-emphasize-mental-health-support-for-everyone/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Erica Miller","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:21:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.537Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2Fmckinney.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"youre-never-alone-deputies-emphasize-mental-health-support-for-everyone"},{"id":"w0u5m2","title":"'Help is available': Local journalist shares father’s story, lessons from suicide loss","excerpt":"KMID/KPEJ news director Erica Miller shares her personal journey of losing her father to suicide to advocate for mental health awareness and the importance of providing crisis resources.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/kmid-news-director-suicide-loss/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Gabriella Meza","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:20:44.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.537Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2F798854c5-ab27-462b-b9b3-4b7a2cd235e2.jpg%3Fw%3D640","slug":"help-is-available-local-journalist-shares-fathers-story-lessons-from-suicide-loss"},{"id":"j1feom","title":"‘My heart just sank’: Family remembers 9-year-old boy killed in mobile home fire","excerpt":"TOPEKA, Kan. ( WIBW /Gray News) - A family is in mourning following the death of a 9-year-old child after a mobile home fire in Kansas on Labor Day . Chelsea Fisher told WIBW she was in Kansas City when she received a call about the fire at her cousin Susan Honea’s home. “My heart just sank. As a...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/my-heart-just-sank-family-remembers-9-year-old-boy-killed-kansas-mobile-home-fire/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Daesha Gear, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:15:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FXWAT4SSGSFE2XO27X5DYLESVVQ.jpg%3Fauth%3Dca98cdd1052212fa8479bf5707fc15250badd205c2e36fdacf087c7952c5de35%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"my-heart-just-sank-family-remembers-9-year-old-boy-killed-in-mobile-home-fire"},{"id":"d8fi2c","title":"Officer who survived crash that killed 5, including her wife and parents, returns to duty","excerpt":"GREENVILLE, S.C. ( FOX Carolina /Gray News) - A beloved South Carolina police officer is returning to duty months after surviving a head-on collision that claimed the lives of her wife, her parents and two others. Greenville police Sgt. Diana Munoz is stepping back into public service following t...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/officer-who-survived-crash-that-killed-5-including-her-wife-parents-returns-duty/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"FOX Carolina News Staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T03:03:53.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FCDUA3RZ2OBE3NKTINK6VUPANOU.jpg%3Fauth%3Da54b2a3ef5e25e4a54c641625939bcefaa438f645378bca92d93cb4cd78eac1f%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"officer-who-survived-crash-that-killed-5-including-her-wife-and-parents-returns-to-duty"},{"id":"beljr0","title":"Petroleum Club hosts first Elevate Her conference in West Texas","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Petroleum Club of Midland hosted the first Elevate Her conference in West Texas, with more than 200 women in attendance. The event featured networking, financial literacy and leadership programming, along with a panel of successful women who shared advice. Shonna Moral...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/petroleum-club-hosts-first-elevate-her-conference-west-texas/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Ixchel Villarreal","publishDate":"2026-09-10T02:45:05.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F2LKWUODTAVAPTFFQOHRW5WWX2Q.png%3Fauth%3D7ef0cbf36b09d15638a5dc5498203befc1ad2f3da9b01c368e76b31a13a190c9%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"petroleum-club-hosts-first-elevate-her-conference-in-west-texas"},{"id":"9w4xdn","title":"Texas politics takes center stage at 2026 RNC Convention","excerpt":"DALLAS, TEXAS (Gray DC) - Texas politics took center stage at the 2026 RNC Midterm convention, specifically, the Texas race for US Senate is getting a lot of attention. The race between Ken Paxton, Republican and James Talarico, Democrat, is unusually close. At an event in Dallas that aimed to hi...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/texas-politics-takes-center-stage-2026-rnc-convention/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Stetson Miller","publishDate":"2026-09-10T02:04:02.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FH5TKU7PCXJFF3CQ3IV63IVO7CQ.jpg%3Fauth%3D837e45c691aebe960bd62c3b129ff20a5fbb4c13147689fca92c1dfc7aa38710%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"texas-politics-takes-center-stage-at-2026-rnc-convention"},{"id":"fagrzp","title":"‘A new vehicle and a lot of saving’: Man wins $1M off scratch-off at Mississippi gas station","excerpt":"JACKSON, Miss. ( WLBT /Gray News) - A routine lottery purchase turned into a life-changing win for a Gulfport man who claimed a $1 million top prize on the Mississippi Lottery’s $30 Millionaire Maker scratch-off game, lottery officials said. The winner bought his ticket Monday at a Shell gas stat...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/10/new-vehicle-lot-saving-man-wins-1m-off-scratch-off-mississippi-gas-station/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WLBT Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T01:49:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FE2UMZHKIORG65L3VEDN2HA74JY.PNG%3Fauth%3D64ec85096c476251056daaffea04d2ceff4dd3e53616fe48bc99eec3d97004f1%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"a-new-vehicle-and-a-lot-of-saving-man-wins-1m-off-scratch-off-at-mississippi-gas-station"},{"id":"ksavf0","title":"Foster parent may avoid prison for endangering the welfare of a child","excerpt":"WINFIELD, Mo. ( KMOV /Gray News) — A Missouri foster parent accused of trading a child for an exotic animal and who pleaded guilty to a child endangerment charge may not go to prison. Brenda Deutsch, of Winfield, was charged in April 2025 with felony counts stemming from allegations of a missing ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/foster-parent-may-avoid-prison-trading-child-exotic-animal/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"First Alert 4 Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-10T00:16:08.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FLAPSKLCICBHDJBEPLRTVINSDSI.jpg%3Fauth%3Dc72e508cefea450a4b0a801fcb50ba0eab16c99073f036aebc540016a367b189%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"foster-parent-may-avoid-prison-for-endangering-the-welfare-of-a-child"},{"id":"ja7yy5","title":"Man tried to lure child with candy in attempted kidnapping, police say","excerpt":"RUTLAND CITY, Vt. ( WCAX /Gray News) - A Vermont man was arrested after police said he attempted to kidnap a child in Rutland, according to police. Investigators say James Traynor, 70, of Rutland City, tried to lure the child into his vehicle on South Street. 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After opening the season with a win over Compass, Crane defeated Kermit 40-34, improving to 2-0 on the season, and leading the way was junior quar...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/sports/basin-gridiron-hsfb/athlete-of-the-week-crane-junior-hudson-willis/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Trey Francis","publishDate":"2026-09-09T23:43:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.537Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2FWILLIS-AOTW.00_00_01_18.Still001.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"athlete-of-the-week-crane-junior-hudson-willis"},{"id":"hidv3z","title":"Trusted pet groomer arrested, accused of killing several dogs that were left in his care","excerpt":"MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - Memphis police have arrested a pet groomer who is accused of killing several dogs. According to a Shelby County arrest affidavit, Keaton Stuckey was hired as a groomer for Adrianna Gruins’ five Yorkies on Aug. 24. Gruins said that Stuckey had been her trusted gr...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/trusted-pet-groomer-arrested-accused-killing-several-dogs-that-were-left-his-care/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Joel Moore,  Kaitlyn Miller, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-09T23:35:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","updatedAt":"2026-09-10T06:23:39.373Z","slug":"trusted-pet-groomer-arrested-accused-of-killing-several-dogs-that-were-left-in-his-care"},{"id":"q61oa1","title":"45-year-old accused of hitting, killing man in electric wheelchair while driving intoxicated","excerpt":"FORT WAYNE, Ind. ( WPTA /Gray News) - A 45-year-old Indiana woman is facing felony charges in connection with a deadly crash on Monday. Kandice Baker is charged with operating while intoxicated, causing death and possession of methamphetamine. Baker is accused of hitting and killing a man who was...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/45-year-old-accused-hitting-killing-man-electric-wheelchair-while-driving-intoxicated/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Corryn Brock, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-09T23:06:53.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","slug":"45-year-old-accused-of-hitting-killing-man-in-electric-wheelchair-while-driving-intoxicated"},{"id":"hpjgip","title":"Woman caught on camera stealing from donation jar meant to support animal shelter, police say","excerpt":"TAZEWELL, Tenn. ( WVLT /Gray News) - Tennessee authorities are investigating after they say a woman was caught on camera at a restaurant stealing from a donation jar that was meant to support an area animal shelter. Tazewell Police Chief Jeremy Myers said the stolen money was in a jar for the Cla...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/woman-caught-camera-stealing-donation-jar-meant-support-animal-shelter-police-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Camruinn Morgan-Rumsey, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-09T23:05:41.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T10:23:25.702Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FAHJ2NUO6ONH33OYDRTDHXZB67Y.png%3Fauth%3D14e037c1d428640bd636920836e500d2df5b5cd528fa625ab9e8e6f3e935e163%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"woman-caught-on-camera-stealing-from-donation-jar-meant-to-support-animal-shelter-police-say"},{"id":"dhlg0z","title":"Midland ISD District 5 candidate Karl Boroski outlines platform focused on student needs","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Karl Boroski, one of three candidates running for the Midland ISD Board of Trustees District 5 seat, says his platform will focus on student food insecurity and mentorship programs. 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According to the Odessa Police Department, former OPD officer Jody Baer was found using information gained during arrests to obtain a benefit. 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The famous gas station brand out of Texas filed the federal lawsuit against Born United , which specializes in selling cl...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/clothing-company-ordered-pay-buc-ees-850000-trademark-infringement/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Live 5  Web Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-09T21:20:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.244Z","category":"business","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FQ5N2ATWMRRGVFJZQ55AZERSP5U.png%3Fauth%3D3ee566d1dd2b52c4a916ab32c40c82b0ce7daa88a125d4d74a411818337415db%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"clothing-company-ordered-to-pay-buc-ees-850000-for-trademark-infringement"},{"id":"6uw5mr","title":"O’Charley’s appears to be closing its remaining restaurants","excerpt":"(Gray News) — O’Charley’s appears to be closing its remaining restaurants. The restaurant chain was founded in Nashville in 1971. 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Speaking anonymously, the targeted father explained the impact of knowing his daily routines were monitored by a now-former officer ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/man-says-had-change-where-kids-slept-after-officer-tracked-him-months-flock-cameras/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Alissa Spangler , Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-09T20:50:04.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.244Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FA5EYRBQMERDQNBFB4B4YE6DBKY.jpg%3Fauth%3D4a1fa0ff3f9fce989bf9e4926c7bbd36f79306f547ec5d3a19d792514b09a124%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"man-says-he-had-to-change-where-kids-slept-after-officer-tracked-him-for-months-on-flock-cameras"},{"id":"8nodnj","title":"Emergency slide deploys on Qatari-gifted Air Force One, delaying Trump’s departure","excerpt":"(Gray News) - The emergency slide appeared to have been deployed on Air Force One, delaying President Donald Trump’s departure for his GOP convention. The inflated slide was visible on the far side of the Qatari-gifted aircraft as Trump arrived at Joint Base Andrews. He had stayed on Marine One f...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/emergency-slide-deploys-qatari-gifted-air-force-one-delaying-trumps-departure/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Dorothy Sedovic","publishDate":"2026-09-09T20:18:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.244Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FS5AMMPKIZJE35HKPFLVJZEEMX4.jpg%3Fauth%3D6603fa5b618c34f261bd5e14e505dd1c2717c558d1cc8ff019f9135ac581b8de%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"emergency-slide-deploys-on-qatari-gifted-air-force-one-delaying-trumps-departure"},{"id":"gcm8bx","title":"Body of missing Midlander recovered from Gulf","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A kayaker who was reported missing over the weekend on South Padre Island was recovered on Tuesday by Cameron County Park Rangers. A search for the missing kayaker was initiated by the U.S. Coast Guard on Saturday afternoon near Cameron County Beach Access No. 6...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/body-of-missing-midlander-recovered-from-gulf/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-09-09T16:46:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.063Z","category":"parks","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2FSPI-4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"body-of-missing-midlander-recovered-from-gulf"},{"id":"smb10s","title":"875 arrests, over 490 pounds of drugs seized in Permian Basin TAG year","excerpt":"In its first year of operation, the Texas Anti-Gang Center-Permian Basin reported hundreds of arrests and the seizure of over 490 pounds of illegal drugs and 282 firearms.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/texas-anti-gang-center-results/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Gabriella Meza","publishDate":"2026-09-09T15:08:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.063Z","category":"safety","slug":"875-arrests-over-490-pounds-of-drugs-seized-in-permian-basin-tag-year"},{"id":"7oylnf","title":"Midland Man wanted on aggravated assault charge arrested","excerpt":"Mario Alberto Hurtado Jr. was arrested in Midland, Texas, on Tuesday on an aggravated assault charge involving serious bodily injury.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/midland-man-arrested-aggravated-assault/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Gabriella Meza","publishDate":"2026-09-09T14:59:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.063Z","category":"safety","slug":"midland-man-wanted-on-aggravated-assault-charge-arrested"},{"id":"sjsmhu","title":"New Odessa firehouse on the way following land donation","excerpt":"East Odessa will see a new fire station following a land donation towards the city.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/odessa-donates-firehouse-10-land/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Joseph Sweeney","publishDate":"2026-09-09T03:16:36.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T02:23:23.063Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2FScreenshot-2026-09-05-204642.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"new-odessa-firehouse-on-the-way-following-land-donation"},{"id":"dsas8u","title":"Family explains meaning behind controversial license plate depicting racial slur","excerpt":"ST. 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Stephen Martchink, the 73-year-old brother of the license plate owner, explained that it was a nickname spelled using the last five letters of ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/family-explains-meaning-behind-controversial-license-plate-depicting-racial-slur/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Raya Torres, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-09T20:15:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T00:23:23.682Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FCRXN4EL2DBAZJNA3QIRT4DSD3U.jpg%3Fauth%3D6f8f90ab622e50e22061a211956658663ebe4c383d44acc303a45323d7aa67d1%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"family-explains-meaning-behind-controversial-license-plate-depicting-racial-slur"},{"id":"d21zi9","title":"Former Odessa police officer arrested for misuse of official information","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A former Odessa police officer was arrested after messaging former arrested suspects for inappropriate reasons. 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Cindy Marcell Blizzard has been identified as the person whose remains and clothing were found on Dec. 29, 1977, in a wooded area near the Firestone plan...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/remains-found-1977-wooded-area-identified-15-year-old-girl-missing-nearly-50-years/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Akim Powell","publishDate":"2026-09-09T19:33:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-10T00:23:23.682Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FWLPJDJY2JVHHZENDTOVNLU46GI.png%3Fauth%3Dbbcca49175aeac4826cd7395895bfa5a05278eada2834b45cbec0afbf08d435e%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"remains-found-in-1977-in-wooded-area-identified-as-15-year-old-girl-missing-for-nearly-50-years"},{"id":"hi9u21","title":"2 Reeves County medical personnel deployed to help with Ross Fire","excerpt":"REEVES COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Two Reeves County medical personnel has been deployed to support the EMS response to the Ross Fire near Palo Pinto. According to the Reeves County Service Districts, Lieutenant Dylan Taylor and Paramedic Francisco Caldera has deployed to help with the fire. This depl...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/09/2-reeves-county-medical-personnel-deployed-help-with-ross-fire/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Heather McBee","publishDate":"2026-09-09T19:26:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-09T22:23:25.150Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FXUEQX5VPTFCB7J5DDO2TWNNI2E.jpg%3Fauth%3Dfc1d82caadd9cdf67947357b9a62157903df1a07c01ee271c8ca21f0c0ee9f62%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"2-reeves-county-medical-personnel-deployed-to-help-with-ross-fire"},{"id":"xlci47","title":"Body of missing Midland kayaker found after 3-day search","excerpt":"Cameron County, Texas (KOSA) - The body of a Midland kayaker was found after a three-day search for the kayaker who went missing in the Cameron County coast. 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A new NerdWallet analysis finds a record number of vehicles are now being used just to commute, and that increase could be a factor in rising insurance costs. 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According to Odessa police, on September 5, at around 2:23 p.m. a motorcycle driven by 32-year-old Leeroy Gardea was traveling south on Grandview. A blue Ford F-250 was at a stop sign on 61st...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/08/man-dies-after-being-involved-motorcycle-crash-odessa/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Heather McBee","publishDate":"2026-09-08T16:31:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-08T22:23:18.670Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FJB6OHKAC65FQJHXYK3OWG3K6G4.png%3Fauth%3D4992ed398f44ef34e531d4ab8d6dea896fed2d23b85042999c73ac2639fd7ca6%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"man-dies-after-being-involved-in-motorcycle-crash-in-odessa"},{"id":"i6psbh","title":"Flock worker calls police on InvestigateTV reporter filming public camera installation","excerpt":"MILTON, Georgia ( InvestigateTV ) — Flock Safety has felt the heat this summer from coast to coast as criticism of its automated license plate readers and AI-powered security technology has increased, and a growing number of alleged misuse cases have further turned up the temperature on the debat...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/08/flock-worker-calls-police-investigatetv-reporter-filming-public-camera-installation/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Emily Featherston, Brendan Keefe","publishDate":"2026-09-08T16:15:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-08T22:23:18.670Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FOJC3LVIO7FBOTGWFBSLIKKBYHY.jpg%3Fauth%3Db61b3f19f6468af41f9fe7cecb198b71a88b79774ea74d4d3f26b297ecff2e3f%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"flock-worker-calls-police-on-investigatetv-reporter-filming-public-camera-installation"},{"id":"fayfg1","title":"Odessa man used Snapchat to find girl before sexual assault, affidavit says","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police arrested a man on a charge of aggravated sexual assault of a child after a 12-year-old girl reported being assaulted. According to the arrest affidavit, on July 15th, Odessa police officers responded to a report of a sexual assault of a child that happened in ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/08/odessa-man-used-snapchat-find-girl-before-sexual-assault-affidavit-says/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tamlyn Price","publishDate":"2026-09-08T15:44:03.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-08T22:23:18.670Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FV6K7I5GWXVE3RKH7GBUZDXVHDA.jpg%3Fauth%3D69a496f637c189fc9a1758dbb3f77fb8dcec3a965846a5b3047a2b5a1f145c8a%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"odessa-man-used-snapchat-to-find-girl-before-sexual-assault-affidavit-says"},{"id":"h8dbiv","title":"Wrestling legend Bill Dundee dies at 82, family confirms","excerpt":"MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - Wrestling legend Bill Dundee died early Sunday morning, his family confirmed. He was 82. No cause of death has been released. Dundee was born in Scotland, raised in Australia, and began wrestling in the Memphis territory in 1974. Dundee was known as half of one ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/08/wrestling-legend-bill-dundee-dies-82-family-confirms/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Shayna  Shayna, Garner Montgomery, Debra Worley","publishDate":"2026-09-08T15:11:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-08T20:23:43.030Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FJOENSFUPMJEIRB6IGADKESDNJQ.jpg%3Fauth%3Dff4c34588b479740dcdf6a1f020219a9e102aa5ad98a78a5d4859f0b089e889c%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"wrestling-legend-bill-dundee-dies-at-82-family-confirms"},{"id":"b9udui","title":"Woman dies after being hit by car in Midland","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A woman died after being hit by a car in Midland Monday morning. According to Midland police, at around 6:47 a.m., police and Midland fire crews responded to the area of Caldera about a crash involving a 1998 Toyota and a pedestrian. 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If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. 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Michigan State Police Lansing Post troopers said the fatal crash happened at 11:35 a.m. Saturday...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/06/12-year-old-boy-killed-sister-critically-injured-after-suv-hits-their-bicycles/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Danny Valle, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-06T09:15:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-07T12:23:51.569Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F2YGXTARYGJBSXBM4QE3T57QUKY.jpg%3Fauth%3Db220ca12f82a3dc85ea98b63b06203b13d8456291e181388d3de01b8236beb21%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"12-year-old-boy-killed-sister-critically-injured-after-suv-hits-their-bicycles"},{"id":"2odcd5","title":"World War II veteran honored for service as he turns 100","excerpt":"EVANS, Ga. ( WRDW /Gray News) - A World War II veteran is being honored for his service as he turns 100. Jack Welsh was born in Macon, Georgia. 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A Lucas County jury found Matthew Exton , 43, guilty of attempted murder, two counts of felonious assault and multipl...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/06/former-attorney-convicted-attempted-murder-after-trying-shoot-ex-wife-restaurant/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WTVG Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-06T05:22:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-07T12:23:51.569Z","category":"business","slug":"former-attorney-convicted-of-attempted-murder-after-trying-to-shoot-ex-wife-in-restaurant"},{"id":"nv22f7","title":"HIGHLIGHTS: El Paso Coronado vs. Odessa","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa Bronchos topped their win total from 2025 with a 19-11 victory over El Paso Coronado. Running back Ayden Garcia had 121 yards and a touchdown, and quarterback Phillip Carrasco had 236 yards and two touchdowns. 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Jalen Melbert, 33, of Oakdale, was arrested Monday on charges of abuse of office and malfeasance in office. According to detectives, Melbert attem...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/05/police-officer-accused-attempting-plant-drugs-coercing-another-victim-into-having-sex-authorities-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"KPLC Digital Team, Akim Powell","publishDate":"2026-09-05T20:19:50.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-07T06:23:51.733Z","category":"safety","slug":"police-officer-accused-of-planting-drugs-coercing-another-victim-into-having-sex-authorities-say"},{"id":"33mrp5","title":"Smithsonian program shows behind-the-scenes work of running a circus","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage is presenting three days of free programming over Labor Day weekend showing the work involved in running a circus. 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According to the St. Charles County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Daniel Ott has been charged with one count of possessing child pornography and booked in...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/05/some-8th-graders-are-hot-middle-school-assistant-principal-arrested-child-pornography-charge/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"KMOV News staff, Kalie Strain, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-05T05:56:37.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-06T04:23:31.628Z","category":"safety","slug":"8th-graders-are-hot-middle-school-assistant-principal-arrested-on-child-pornography-charge"},{"id":"uhd334","title":"HIGHLIGHTS: Odessa def. Coronado 19-11","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Bronchos have their first 2-0 start under Head Coach Erik Hartman. Odessa struggled early in its game against the Thunderbirds, giving up a safety, field goal and touchdown. 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Richters previously served as the Mustangs' defensive coordinator for four years, and he got his first win last week against Clint. Despi...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/sports/basin-gridiron-hsfb/two-former-defensive-coordinators-go-head-to-head/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Dalton Arredondo","publishDate":"2026-09-04T22:30:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-05T04:23:45.822Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2Fgotw-week-2-story-for-web.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"two-former-defensive-coordinators-go-head-to-head"},{"id":"v6wktw","title":"Widow recalls what she’s learned about grief","excerpt":"NEW YORK (Gray DC) - Three hundred and forty-three New York City firefighters died on September 11, 2001. Danny Suhr was one of the first. 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While people around the world watched the attacks unfold on television, millions witnessed them firsthand in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania. 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Wyatt Baker, 21, appeared in court on Thursday after he allegedly crashed into the Dimond Boulevard Gos...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/04/driver-charged-with-dui-after-crashing-into-church-speeds-nearly-100-mph-police-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Lars Hanson, Josiah Pike, Georgina Fernandez, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-04T05:33:53.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:11.674Z","category":"safety","slug":"driver-charged-with-dui-after-crashing-into-a-church-at-speeds-of-nearly-100-mph-police-say"},{"id":"2sk40o","title":"Jack Barstow Airport plans free Midland family events","excerpt":"Jack Barstow Airport plans free Midland family events Midland Daily News","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiigFBVV95cUxPaGhoYWh2R2syNm5HNmxZTDdGbi0ydmI1MWt4ekxXbHV4WjNGZnJlX2NyWlJWVUx1YXRhNVpaLXA0WUxpdHQxbGZUUHNaN0VfZmZmM3dzMFhfV2hJLU1ZTzBvWFVfc2FtZWJ6M05BRkNaTU9Yb1d5VmFNbU1BcTdhemVaTlR2UnZSYmc?oc=5","source":"Midland Daily News","author":"Midland Daily News","publishDate":"2026-09-03T23:05:15.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:14.886Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"jack-barstow-airport-plans-free-midland-family-events"},{"id":"j44ycn","title":"Community connects at 2026 Resource Fair","excerpt":"Community connects at 2026 Resource Fair Midland Daily News","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilwFBVV95cUxPV2VsZXBuQ29pb05WNnJDMDRsR3JfOTQ2b3lhczh4enFJbWlmRl9ZMkZoNEEwMUs1ekFrMnhWUVJ4MDc4NEhfMm9Xd0d0X0ljbHZkSGEtVFpEVkFlUDM0eXBCQUdNdjdwUHNhQjlBQ0kwcENkV0RuS3dKZWliZ2xGUVFkckhRQkdodUpSZGg0UzBDckpCcjhV?oc=5","source":"Midland Daily News","author":"Midland Daily News","publishDate":"2026-09-03T17:35:56.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:14.886Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"community-connects-at-2026-resource-fair"},{"id":"3zmgxw","title":"Two dead following late-night motorcycle crash in Midland","excerpt":"Two men died Wednesday night after a motorcycle crashed into the back of a pickup truck at the intersection of Midkiff Road and Park Lane in Midland.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/midland-motorcycle-crash-two-dead/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Gabriella Meza","publishDate":"2026-09-03T16:22:25.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:10.584Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2025%2F12%2FUntitled-image-23.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"two-dead-following-late-night-motorcycle-crash-in-midland"},{"id":"qzph9r","title":"CRIME LOG: Police respond to three domestic violence complaints","excerpt":"CRIME LOG: Police respond to three domestic violence complaints Midland Daily News","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuwFBVV95cUxON1AtMndjZXdRZ0JQZkowM0RETWF2ekdqdUdQVGdlY1JrV2hpOGZHVk1iLTFIclM1MTFVNjBCcWdXb0sxYXRVRm5SWG53VUZYcDYtRjByWHVmQzYtVG4yaEhRUjAydGF6aVB2LTRPdEhSY3Q5YWNaeHBBRjc0S2N4OTYzd3ZHb3RhX0FNNkZ3SUdLcnhoelh2aHBiME9jaFJNY0lLYUg5UVNBbEpud1NUdmpXakFfMHRtcDVz?oc=5","source":"Midland Daily News","author":"Midland Daily News","publishDate":"2026-09-03T12:11:12.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:14.886Z","category":"safety","image":null,"slug":"crime-log-police-respond-to-three-domestic-violence-complaints"},{"id":"hn3n28","title":"SHERIFF SCOTT HOLZINGER: Standing behind the people who serve","excerpt":"SHERIFF SCOTT HOLZINGER: Standing behind the people who serve Midland Daily News","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilgFBVV95cUxQWDhDcjZwaW1nN3A4dlBkUHc5a0hBNjB1Vm4xZjVSblRkWkhtTHViemFBM1Zla3JadFQ2NmtjdWRrbERiUHlzQVJPTnJSVVhjcmpTRnZDaU1HeUVMQmU0NVh0bUlNTndMRi1rVEtpQUpnNURDbzJFWDNsUXlnR25acEkySVJEeklxUFpkMHVrRnVxbjc0dHc?oc=5","source":"Midland Daily News","author":"Midland Daily News","publishDate":"2026-09-03T07:00:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:14.886Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"sheriff-scott-holzinger-standing-behind-the-people-who-serve"},{"id":"mmwfu7","title":"Dry conditions prompt new burn restrictions in Midland County","excerpt":"Dry conditions prompt new burn restrictions in Midland County Midland Reporter-Telegram","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMic0FVX3lxTE5TSWo4QWx6WUR5WFZZZWNCVjhNZEc5UktTbjJTMkJFdXZlQmZDYTg1NHZqeEtpdzkwcHdOcUVpek12eGtSaE1waU9VdnZhMzZOOXYtX25lWFp1c3ZVMnhoTFVjbV8zd0c1NkhwNEp2UHNFbzA?oc=5","source":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","author":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","publishDate":"2026-09-01T18:32:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T20:23:14.886Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"dry-conditions-prompt-new-burn-restrictions-in-midland-county"},{"id":"qovjw8","title":"Troopers stop truck hauling horses bound for Canadian slaughterhouse","excerpt":"DEKALB, New York ( WWNY /Gray News) - A Pennsylvania truck driver is facing charges after police say they stopped him with a trailer of horses that were being taken to Canada to be slaughtered. 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Neighbor Rosalynne Kauffman watched as blue lights rushed down Pudding Swamp Road Wednesday afternoon, where the bodies were found. “J...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/04/just-total-shock-mother-daughter-found-shot-death-home/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WIS News 10 Staff, Lenah Allen, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-04T02:19:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T18:23:11.302Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F23BA6V2ZKND7RNVYWJ3CWTIU7U.png%3Fauth%3D289c07f5dcbfe7c78fce71c9dccd5ad6a4a52eb7160b26a93f6b776338ea9595%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"just-total-shock-mother-daughter-found-shot-to-death-in-home"},{"id":"v94308","title":"Gladwin man killed in Midland County car crash","excerpt":"Gladwin man killed in Midland County car crash The Morning Sun","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikgFBVV95cUxQamduYmtSZlktR1BHQS1fOTd4OXBBVzdzdURVaVYzaS1mNnZLZUhVal9SdGFfb1lSV0ZsazlhSTV2NWdFSGFmNVNMS3NNb1FKUDV4ZWdkdkw4VW5CRjE0NjR4SWtMYzdnUzF2NUsxTVF1bUZCRFJ0YTNTb3lnREdRNTVTSGh2RE1VVldGRUJTOUFVUQ?oc=5","source":"The Morning Sun","author":"The Morning Sun","publishDate":"2026-08-28T18:38:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T18:23:14.697Z","category":"safety","image":null,"slug":"gladwin-man-killed-in-midland-county-car-crash"},{"id":"r9qjlz","title":"Former governor arrested, officials confirm","excerpt":"LOUISVILLE, Ky. 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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the operation early last week, descri...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/04/vance-countries-privately-aiding-iran-isolation-effort/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Jon Decker","publishDate":"2026-09-04T00:23:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T16:23:11.643Z","category":"business","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F7DYFX33PPNHWLISUYIM4K2RTSE.jpg%3Fauth%3D34909622a7f592cf2366da497c15d693a5ca2ca0d7f3b4077e9e68f529a1b098%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"vance-countries-privately-aiding-iran-isolation-effort"},{"id":"i75k04","title":"Woman killed, toddler hurt in horse and buggy crash","excerpt":"HIGHLAND COUNTY, Ohio ( WXIX /Gray News) - A woman is dead and two others were injured, including a toddler, after a horse and buggy was hit from behind on a highway, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash happened just after 8:30 a.m. Wednesday on U.S. Route 50 near Route 753 in P...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/04/woman-killed-toddler-hurt-horse-buggy-crash/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Jennifer Edwards Baker, FOX19 Digital Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-04T00:17:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T16:23:11.643Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FVP225GGUHFCNJCHJIJAX5FJU3Y.jpg%3Fauth%3Df4728c3f66e29fb6256adeae909bc9af167fe5555d61b7940209ac3d698ee4cf%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"woman-killed-toddler-hurt-in-horse-and-buggy-crash"},{"id":"ea1d8w","title":"Child dies at unlicensed day care, officials say","excerpt":"SMYRNA, Tenn. ( WSMV /Gray News) - A child died at an unlicensed child care operation in Smyrna, authorities said. Smyrna police officers responded to a medical call on Lake Farm Road involving the death of a child. The Tennessee Department of Human Services said the provider is under a joint inv...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/03/child-dies-unlicensed-day-care-officials-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Caleb Wethington, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-03T23:18:28.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T16:23:11.643Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FJZM2KCB5EZCWBPYIZ7YYH7ITNM.jpg%3Fauth%3Da95d32e3ef039a686c726a5b0d5b3aecd87ae1219381b088f035800fdc7bb882%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"child-dies-at-unlicensed-day-care-officials-say"},{"id":"ycgofh","title":"How Sept. 11 changed travel","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Consumer advocacy groups say most people know that TSA was formed after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, leading to increased security checks for passengers. But some changes since then have been forgotten. John Breyault, with the National Consumers League, said passengers used...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/03/how-sept-11-changed-travel/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Brendan Cullerton","publishDate":"2026-09-03T22:53:54.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T14:23:12.865Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FYITUBOTQXBDTDHW7NJWMYIJBSA.jpg%3Fauth%3D355004c4b8bc1c67aaa15dd68ad6027d634aecd64f9b05cf859baa2cf624b2cd%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"how-sept-11-changed-travel"},{"id":"ukvpeb","title":"Day 3 of Trial for man accused in 2019 Odessa murder","excerpt":"ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Today is day three of the trial for Roman Aguilar Alvarado in connection with the 2019 shooting death of Brandon Swinney. DAY 3: Jury hears from more witnesses Testimony continued Thursday in the murder trial of Roman Alvarado, now in its third day. 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According to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, the Miami Township Fire Department responded about 9:30 p.m. Friday to Harbor Drive in North Bend for a wat...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/03/man-dies-trying-retrieve-remote-control-boat-river-coroner-confirms/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"FOX19 Digital Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-09-03T21:50:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T14:23:12.865Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FVSBDD2QTENE3PPT7DNR4PVFN5M.jpg%3Fauth%3Df45dd409309d8872d1adc03f43af5284ba9e58326fa10bd9bdfe2d4ae0287349%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"man-dies-trying-to-retrieve-remote-control-boat-from-the-river-coroner-confirms"},{"id":"nuvc4x","title":"Son of ‘Real Housewives’ star indicted on additional sex crime charges, including child molestation","excerpt":"ATLANTA ( ANF /Gray News) - The 15-year-old son of “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kim Zolciak was indicted on multiple sex crime charges, according to authorities. Kroy Biermann Jr., known as “KJ,” was indicted on charges including aggravated child molestation; aggravated sexual battery; aggra...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/03/son-real-housewives-star-indicted-additional-sex-charges-including-child-molestation/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tim Darnell, Akim Powell","publishDate":"2026-09-03T21:40:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-04T12:23:45.610Z","category":"safety","slug":"son-of-real-housewives-star-indicted-on-additional-sex-crime-charges-including-child-molestation"},{"id":"mpi6wd","title":"Major retailers including Walmart, Publix, Kroger, Amazon and more are being investigated over meat prices","excerpt":"(Gray News) - Eight of the country’s largest grocery store chains are now under federal investigation over their beef prices. 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Gonzalez was reported missing on August 31 , has has since been safely found. Odessa police thanks the public for ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/03/missing-odessa-man-found-safe/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tamlyn Price","publishDate":"2026-09-03T14:01:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T20:23:19.640Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FVSSID4SF7FETRJ4WAL2VDVP3QU.jpg%3Fauth%3D45d5a2e9ac026ff00e4df2f9963b5d12b3e15e58493ca581942001146c3eff6e%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"missing-odessa-man-found-safe"},{"id":"a10a7n","title":"Athlete of the Week: Odessa senior Ayden Garcia","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa Bronchos opened the 2026 high school football season in a big way, and one senior running back played a major role in the blowout win. 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You will not find imported beef at Stoysich’s Hous...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/03/will-imported-beef-lower-prices-heres-what-butcher-says-shoppers-should-know/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"John Chapman, Gray News staff, Amanda  Alvarado","publishDate":"2026-09-03T12:59:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T18:23:19.808Z","category":"business","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F5CGFC4YTXNCLDBKWXNPAHIZMXU.jpg%3Fauth%3Dd3117ffd55d0e276c12bc217193aae4090f2733b1b9cfc7705cd7fd6cf5854ae%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"will-imported-beef-lower-prices-heres-what-a-butcher-says-shoppers-should-know"},{"id":"t3gbs8","title":"Police chief fired over alleged racist text messages in aftermath of 1-year-old’s shooting","excerpt":"SENATOBIA, Miss. 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Officers were called to the bank just after 9 a.m. regarding a robbery in pr...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/bank-robbery-suspect-killed-by-armed-customer-who-intervened-police-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Emily Van de Riet","publishDate":"2026-09-02T21:16:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T12:23:07.522Z","category":"safety","slug":"bank-robbery-suspect-killed-by-armed-customer-who-intervened-police-say"},{"id":"ph4nta","title":"Police seek man after theft at Odessa's Northern Tool","excerpt":"The Odessa Police Department is searching for an unknown male suspect who stole approximately $572 worth of merchandise from Northern Tool & Equipment.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/odessa-police-search-northern-tool-suspect/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Justin Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-09-02T19:38:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T06:23:06.007Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F09%2Fnorthern-tool-and-equipment-theft-9-2-26-cover.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"police-seek-man-after-theft-at-odessas-northern-tool"},{"id":"adfxyq","title":"Midland Crime Stoppers, police seek help in cold case homicide","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers and the Midland Police Department are asking for the public’s help solving a cold case homicide. 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Symeon Izaguirre and his pregnant wife, Samantha, were involved in a reported serious crash in J...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/we-forgive-him-grieving-couple-forgives-driver-after-street-racing-crash-kills-unborn-son/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"ANF staff, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-02T20:50:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T02:23:06.635Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FOUPCG5UK5BET7HDXNLMCGZ64AI.png%3Fauth%3D7cba35fe24b0cd7573efbce6a23f481d1931742a7b46bad1e8572c106aeb4188%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"we-forgive-him-grieving-couple-forgives-driver-after-street-racing-crash-kills-unborn-son"},{"id":"f7kpuz","title":"‘Black Widow’ accused of targeting men on dating apps for money and drugging them, authorities say","excerpt":"(Gray News) - A woman whom Florida authorities are dubbing “Black Widow” is accused of targeting men on dating apps for money and drugging them. Samantha Adams, 39, was arrested Aug. 27 at a shopping center in Davenport after she agreed to meet the 69-year-old man there. According to the press re...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/black-widow-accused-targeting-men-dating-apps-money-drugging-them-authorities-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Akim Powell","publishDate":"2026-09-02T20:38:31.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T02:23:06.635Z","category":"safety","slug":"black-widow-accused-of-targeting-men-on-dating-apps-for-money-and-drugging-them-authorities-say"},{"id":"58gv6j","title":"Suspect who ‘executed’ police officer found dead in car during traffic stop, sheriff says","excerpt":"ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. ( FOX Carolina / Atlanta News First /Gray News) - A suspect wanted out of Georgia for killing a 36-year-old police officer and crossing state lines is dead, according to authorities in South Carolina. Anderson County Sheriff Chad McBride said deputies were told around noon W...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/suspect-who-executed-police-officer-found-dead-car-during-traffic-stop-sheriff-says/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"FOX Carolina News Staff, Atlanta First News staff, Mary Kate Hamilton, Tim Darne","publishDate":"2026-09-02T20:29:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T02:23:06.635Z","category":"safety","slug":"suspect-who-executed-police-officer-found-dead-in-car-during-traffic-stop-sheriff-says"},{"id":"m8ff8x","title":"Actor Tim Curry’s cause of death revealed","excerpt":"(Gray News) — Actor Tim Curry’s cause of death has been revealed. According to documents obtained by People , Curry died of coronary artery disease. Documents also listed a history of stroke and kidney cancer as conditions that contributed to his death. TMZ also confirmed Curry’s cause of death. ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/actor-tim-currys-cause-death-revealed/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Emily Van de Riet","publishDate":"2026-09-02T20:16:15.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-03T00:23:22.226Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FVLVEZM3FK5CHBA5I423GHJ7VWU.jpg%3Fauth%3Df32fe5373d53efd567654f3486b53779ee785e9581f8b68245e97f31313d93d1%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"actor-tim-currys-cause-of-death-revealed"},{"id":"3xqs5o","title":"Lionel Richie back home after hospital stay, reports say","excerpt":"ST. LOUIS (Gray News) — Lionel Richie is home from the hospital after spending a few days in the ICU, according to reports. People confirmed Richie was released Wednesday. The 77-year-old is back at his home in Los Angeles and “doing great,” the report said. 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The powerboat was competing in the 38th annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout on Saturday. 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Dashcam video provided by Jake Garcia captured the situation from last Wednesday morning at a school-zo...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/youre-hero-crossing-guard-shields-mother-2-kids-car-speeding-toward-school-crosswalk/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Joseph Vigil, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-02T19:11:29.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-02T22:23:22.275Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FRZK2GB7XTZAPRLQHFYPE3NDWWI.png%3Fauth%3D8b9d8b4da21765f2eb3595486ab6ad2d3ff224f9085668d044575af444ec02f2%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"youre-a-hero-crossing-guard-shields-mother-2-kids-from-car-speeding-toward-school-crosswalk"},{"id":"wgdzg","title":"Power restored in Fort Stockton","excerpt":"FORT STOCKTON, Texas (KOSA) - Multiple cooling centers opened in Fort Stockton after several power outages affected the community. Power has since been restored. 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Matt Schulz, chief consumer finance analyst at LendingTree, said asking for a lower interest rate is a step many people overlook. “It is incredibly important for people to speak up...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/asking-lower-credit-card-rate-is-working-more-often-survey-finds/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Caresse Jackman","publishDate":"2026-09-02T17:30:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-02T20:23:23.269Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F6FFVW73HHZCOTDSXPJB7OKLH3Y.jpg%3Fauth%3D3e293f73017452cadaa9d0a240c07f9a9921a35d824ce76c5b21ad3b990d2cd3%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"asking-for-a-lower-credit-card-rate-is-working-more-often-survey-finds"},{"id":"3yfvr0","title":"FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026: Not a lot of change is ahead through the next 10-days as highs remain in the upper-90s and triple digits. 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James, a second-generation Asian American, said seeing the license plate brought back painful memories. “I was constantly called that word. 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According to Odessa Crime Stoppers, Joaquin Santos Nave was wanted since March 27. 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The club does a lot in the community through fundraisers, community service projects, and scholarships for Midland College students. 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In the statement, Sheriff Dominguez references the low volume of unlawful crossings th...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/presidio-county-sheriff-opposes-border-wall/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Jesse Zaragoza","publishDate":"2026-09-01T19:36:54.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-02T20:23:21.644Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2021%2F06%2Fpresidio-county.png%3Fw%3D570","slug":"presidio-county-sheriff-opposes-continuous-border-wall"},{"id":"ukm3me","title":"2 arrested after Monahans police find marijuana grow operation","excerpt":"MONAHANS, Texas (KOSA) - Monahans police have arrested two suspects after finding marijuana grow operation inside a home. According to the Monahans Police Department, a home in the area of North Doris Street police found an indoor marijuana grow operation. 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An American Airlines gate agent at Miami International Airport was asking Yoel Guevara-Crespo, 33, “standard security questio...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/02/man-asked-about-lithium-batteries-airport-gate-replies-no-i-have-bomb-authorities-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Amanda  Alvarado","publishDate":"2026-09-02T11:57:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-02T18:23:24.272Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FY5ETGCXODNHSBF2XYVEODHQDKU.png%3Fauth%3D035f2e1461b3ccf1f19ea48041031ff6732b19419f12278f1a6464ec8d739826%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"man-asked-about-lithium-batteries-at-airport-gate-replies-no-but-i-have-a-bomb-authorities-say"},{"id":"44idnv","title":"Father bitten in face by bear during hunting trip: ‘I could hear all the bones crunching’","excerpt":"DEADHORSE, Alaska ( KTUU /Gray News) - A father says he’s lucky to be alive after he was attacked by a bear and bitten in the face during a hunting trip to Alaska. 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The Memphis Police Department arrested 24-year-old Demeries Coplin Brooks this week. Authorities said Brooks made several unauthorized cas...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/01/bank-teller-arrested-accused-stealing-60000-customer-accounts/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Joel Moore, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-09-01T22:05:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-02T12:23:53.637Z","category":"safety","slug":"bank-teller-arrested-accused-of-stealing-60000-from-customer-accounts"},{"id":"801k3p","title":"US strikes Iran after failed Iranian missile, mine attacks","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The United States struck targets tied to Iran hours after Iran attempted to attack American targets in the Middle East. President Donald Trump confirmed the renewed fighting in a post on Truth Social Tuesday. “The strikes are large and powerful, and in retaliation for the I...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/09/01/us-strikes-iran-after-failed-iranian-missile-mine-attacks/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Jon Decker","publishDate":"2026-09-01T21:45:09.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-09-02T12:23:53.637Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FCA27AZFWHNCDXJIJIK5U7M7PW4.jpg%3Fauth%3D5c8854f3e9df69466d821ed8cd45112f45c375b9938b85b681b99ee45bc63d92%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"us-strikes-iran-after-failed-iranian-missile-mine-attacks"},{"id":"7tquwz","title":"Six-time felon sentenced to 8 years in prison for stealing car","excerpt":"MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A jury has sentenced a man to eight years for one count of unauthorized use of a vehicle. 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Head coach Boe Smith said his biggest growth is his leadership. \"The leadership aspect as a junior or sophomore, you know, being on the varsity here, it's...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/sports/basin-gridiron-hsfb/jacob-bartlett-steps-up-as-vocal-leader-for-compass/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Dalton Arredondo","publishDate":"2026-08-28T20:22:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T18:23:45.605Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F08%2FCOMPASS-PHOTO-FOR-WEB-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"jacob-bartlett-steps-up-as-vocal-leader-for-compass"},{"id":"f9nme4","title":"Basin Gridiron Training Camp: Odessa Bronchos","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa Bronchos are turning the page to the 2026 season, following a 1-win year in 2025. 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For parents and guardians, the decision about whether to let a child attend one has become a debate centered on safety. At the McElrath home, Fridays are for family. 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The harrowing ordeal happened just after 9 p.m. Saturday at a Cobb County apartment complex. 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They describe the victim as a man who had a heart of gold and pure intentions. Family and friends gathered Saturday at Freedom Park to honor 29-year-old ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/31/29-year-old-fatally-stabbed-while-trying-help-man-having-psychotic-episode-loved-ones-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Bridget Spencer, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-31T09:30:54.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T16:23:46.064Z","category":"parks","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FISSOGVCAJJENLCIFM3MZI5JF6Q.jpg%3Fauth%3Dc86ff80e4764b1d0c93a1f66b75ab686e367b173222f6d735c9de7d4ed42bcf8%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"29-year-old-fatally-stabbed-while-trying-to-help-man-having-a-psychotic-episode-loved-ones-say"},{"id":"873dlx","title":"Pabst Blue Ribbon gives thieves deadline to return 40,000 pounds of stolen beer","excerpt":"MONTCLAIR, Calif. 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Montclair Police said Friday they are investigating two cargo thefts from the Anheuser-Busch distribut...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/31/pabst-blue-ribbon-gives-thieves-deadline-return-40000-pounds-stolen-beer/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Kali O'Rourke","publishDate":"2026-08-31T06:01:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T16:23:46.064Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FAUINKK2RTNCOJE26PPKHC67EHM.jpg%3Fauth%3Dc5541bf30b94715cc7546c1d139719b80e1c31bb28f3de4f8ae70f4c94cb62dc%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"pabst-blue-ribbon-gives-thieves-deadline-to-return-40000-pounds-of-stolen-beer"},{"id":"nvcrgy","title":"Basin Gridiron Training Camp: Forsan Buffaloes","excerpt":"FORSAN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Forsan Buffaloes are aiming to get their first winning season since 2023. In 2025, the Buffaloes went 4-7 overall and 3-2 in district play. 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The Graniteville man has played the five numbers for a couple of years and it won him a $100,000 Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot on July 7. He sa...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/31/lottery-player-marks-wedding-anniversary-with-100000-win/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WRDW staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-31T02:49:59.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FYCRUKDLB55C33PYLRCKMO2VQZE.jpg%3Fauth%3Dd0a3ce7a573388a1c4774522ea9d5965dc169506f728eed447a4e8985aba3504%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"lottery-player-marks-wedding-anniversary-with-100000-win"},{"id":"dvwwl8","title":"Deputies: Man shoots at workers cutting down trees near his home","excerpt":"CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - A man was arrested after he was accused of shooting at tree workers Saturday afternoon, authorities said. Just before 2:30 p.m., deputies with the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office were sent to South Rocky Bluff Lane after a report of a neighbor in the ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/31/deputies-man-shoots-workers-cutting-down-trees-near-his-home/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"FOX 12 Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-31T02:37:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FZW2PKN4NHJBG3NRHWAL7ZCF5WE.jpg%3Fauth%3Dc7457ce5ac8f8c39c3b78050e62df28ce7fcd5339176838d39d37b35ea33ca1b%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"deputies-man-shoots-at-workers-cutting-down-trees-near-his-home"},{"id":"gdcd2p","title":"‘Food safety is NOT red tape’: Cattle group pushes back on Trump’s processing proposal","excerpt":"SIOUX FALLS, S.D. 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In a Truth Social post on Friday, Trump called U.S. ranchers and farmers his “number one priority...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/food-safety-is-not-red-tape-cattle-group-pushes-back-trumps-processing-proposal/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Donovan Minor, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T21:09:15.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FAMF7J4XNZZAFTAPGUKRP6XA6QM.jpg%3Fauth%3D8f8ff23bbbed81673e1d377d51764f999ddf2d471a536f65c36540650ec37eaa%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"food-safety-is-not-red-tape-cattle-group-pushes-back-on-trumps-processing-proposal"},{"id":"k66w8v","title":"Week Ahead in Washington: August 30","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - This week, the House of Representatives is set to return from its August recess, ahead of what is expected to be a busy legislative period before the midterm elections. Members are scheduled to return Monday and have roughly four weeks to debate and pass a continuing resolu...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/week-ahead-washington-august-30/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Stetson Miller","publishDate":"2026-08-30T21:05:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"government","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FA76V5HV6ORDJTMASOBAJRR4QRE.jpg%3Fauth%3D038430db4c24629149bdb4e05d45049d5741c0f85dde2c5260143e24cc0a8456%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"week-ahead-in-washington-august-30"},{"id":"ow4cam","title":"No injuries reported in Thursday afternoon fire","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Fire Department was called to a fire in the county on Thursday afternoon. MFD reported that the fire happened in the 4200 block of East County Road 79. No injuries were reported from the fire.","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/no-injuries-reported-thursday-afternoon-fire/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"First Alert 7 News Staff Newsroom","publishDate":"2026-08-30T19:27:14.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FISM7Y5RTCVDF3IXAQVCLMOECRU.png%3Fauth%3Dd70b848644f94c127f1cfb84fa9db7b81781f5f1c0ad7262a669e7ca4c025c93%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"no-injuries-reported-in-thursday-afternoon-fire"},{"id":"zf4h9j","title":"Midland Fire Department called to county fire","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Fire Department was called to a fire in the county early Friday morning. According to MFD, it happened in the 3900 block of North Farm-to-Market Road 1788. There were no injuries and the structure appeared to be unoccupied, said MFD.","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/midland-fire-department-called-county-fire/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"First Alert 7 News Staff Newsroom","publishDate":"2026-08-30T19:03:21.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FIXR56DSQ6BD5ZIUNPPVR37DF5U.jpg%3Fauth%3D718b987c055da5fa2cf0dc892728ec283c369b89182ceeebc7068236bf59cb18%26smart%3Dfalse","inBriefing":true,"slug":"midland-fire-department-called-to-county-fire"},{"id":"y6ll5f","title":"Criminal charges pending against pastor featured in Netflix documentary about his wife’s alleged suicide","excerpt":"HORRY COUNTY, SC ( WMBF /Gray News) - Netflix’s Death of the Pastor’s Wife documentary series is bringing thousands of new eyes to a Myrtle Beach resident’s death. The Netflix series follows the Mica Francis Miller case. Throughout the three episodes, Mica’s family members and friends allege her ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/criminal-charges-pending-against-pastor-featured-netflix-documentary-about-his-wifes-alleged-suicide/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Sydney Ryan, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T16:22:51.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"local","slug":"criminal-charges-pending-against-pastor-featured-in-netflix-documentary-about-his-wifes-alleged-suic"},{"id":"3u59fs","title":"4 dead after small plane crashes into scenic tidal waterway","excerpt":"SELDOVIA, Alaska ( KTUU /Gray News) - Four adults died after a small plane crashed into Seldovia Slough Wednesday afternoon, Alaska State Troopers said. Troopers were notified of the crash at 1:18 p.m. The agency sent a helicopter crew from Anchorage and sent troopers by boat from Anchor Point to...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/4-dead-after-small-plane-crashes-into-scenic-tidal-waterway/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Lars Hanson, Augusta McDonnell, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T15:48:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T14:23:46.968Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FK546W3ISTFD6NNH34LXIMLMI4Y.jpg%3Fauth%3Df2d0e80d53d3057debebc90fd3c09ad3a82955dc2297172502fd7fb335f52155%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"4-dead-after-small-plane-crashes-into-scenic-tidal-waterway"},{"id":"yf45ng","title":"WITNESSES: Man killed in shooting near 42nd Street and Mark Twain Street","excerpt":"ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A man was shot and killed early Sunday near 42nd Street and Mark Twain Street, according to a witness. The shooting happened between midnight and 1:00 a.m., the witness said. Witness describes dispute before shooting The witness said a party was taking place on the pr...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/witnesses-man-killed-shooting-near-42nd-street-mark-twain-street/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tamlyn Price","publishDate":"2026-08-30T14:41:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T12:23:14.056Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FLNED2RCERNE6PF5YQESTI27HIY.jpg%3Fauth%3D1a5b23df0c531217444820b5bfcad2639324cdfd7f287703588f23734247e7a2%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"witnesses-man-killed-in-shooting-near-42nd-street-and-mark-twain-street"},{"id":"8a5pmv","title":"Frozen buffalo chicken products recalled over inspection failure","excerpt":"(CNN) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture says Shanghai Ravioli Corporation is recalling approximately 24,900 pounds of frozen, not-ready-to-eat buffalo chicken products. The products were sold to food service locations in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Shanghai R...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/frozen-buffalo-chicken-products-recalled-over-inspection-failure/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"CNN Newsource Staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T12:12:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T12:23:14.056Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FJR5F3X52KZHQ5DTSP6FMHXUFOM.jpg%3Fauth%3D318e4634a72d3b62cda542a2bac7ba3c8d9b14ad95e0f715316e626484a6b04a%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"frozen-buffalo-chicken-products-recalled-over-inspection-failure"},{"id":"v8e01c","title":"Soldier surprises sister while dressed as school’s mascot after yearlong deployment","excerpt":"PIEDMONT, Okla. (Gray News) - A high school student was surprised to see her brother, who had been deployed overseas for a year, dressed up as her school’s mascot. Piedmont Public Schools shared a video that showed someone in Wildcat costume dancing during what members of a high school cheer squa...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/soldier-surprises-sister-while-dressed-schools-mascot-after-yearlong-deployment/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Amanda  Alvarado","publishDate":"2026-08-30T11:39:35.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T12:23:14.056Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FCIN3GKXDWBHZLJXO63PLTGP5CA.png%3Fauth%3D8846d98ad5350df3b45fa0443c0e6401fb3ac944f4cf2ecbaa0c83d4752cf1e9%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"soldier-surprises-sister-while-dressed-as-schools-mascot-after-yearlong-deployment"},{"id":"m1llm2","title":"Toddlers nearly hit by car lead police to home with unresponsive infants, toddler with bleach bottle","excerpt":"MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - A Tennessee mother is facing multiple child neglect charges after police say four of her eight children were left alone at a dirty home with no air conditioning. Keenia Haynes is charged with four counts of child neglect after Memphis Police say four of her chil...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/toddlers-nearly-hit-by-car-lead-police-home-with-unresponsive-infants-toddler-with-bleach-bottle/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Hannah Kozlowski, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T10:30:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T12:23:14.056Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FRTVLKSM4PBF6LJPYCLIYVDSY2A.png%3Fauth%3D91f3b88bc783f87acf9489cd102159e01289525e28ff232f78fb7cd626ac1b52%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"toddlers-nearly-hit-by-car-lead-police-to-home-with-unresponsive-infants-toddler-with-bleach-bottle"},{"id":"inqul5","title":"92-year-old accused of killing his wife had shown signs of dementia, family says","excerpt":"GOODYEAR, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) - A 92-year-old Arizona man accused of attacking and killing his wife had been showing signs of dementia, his family says. John Biggs Jr., 92, was arrested Monday after his wife, 89-year-old Jane Biggs, was found dead inside their home, according to the Good...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/92-year-old-accused-killing-his-wife-had-shown-signs-dementia-family-says/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Haley Williams, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T09:30:02.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T12:23:14.056Z","category":"safety","slug":"92-year-old-accused-of-killing-his-wife-had-shown-signs-of-dementia-family-says"},{"id":"5vvmew","title":"‘Needs a good family’: Baby left behind strip mall with note from mother, court docs say","excerpt":"INDIANAPOLIS (Gray News) - A mother has been arrested after police say she left her infant son behind an Indianapolis strip mall with a note that read “I am unable to keep him, needs a good family.” Detectives with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department arrested the baby’s 24-year-old mo...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/30/needs-good-family-baby-left-behind-strip-mall-with-note-mother-court-docs-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-30T07:44:50.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-31T12:23:14.056Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FD37QJ55O3BDHHHOIYHNJRHEQAQ.jpg%3Fauth%3D0a080d5594f74ee783a26347905a57c10c6895ca1769065e1d008f8a2fc0fa0e%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"needs-a-good-family-baby-left-behind-strip-mall-with-note-from-mother-court-docs-say"},{"id":"6pd86r","title":"HIGHLIGHTS: Trinity def. 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On Friday, Saddle Mountain Unified School District Superintendent Michael Winters announced that Tonopah Valley High School would not be pla...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/29/high-schools-entire-football-season-canceled-amid-developing-criminal-investigation/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Ben Bradley, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-29T01:16:19.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T18:23:34.930Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F5TRDQVPU4ZCZ3EU3XF2CECP2RY.jpg%3Fauth%3D9c097225a3fd77696ce25bd6fa5f9d23eb238a3de1829d5081307d7c38b3b34c%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"high-schools-entire-football-season-canceled-amid-developing-criminal-investigation"},{"id":"hkot5h","title":"Trump announces plan to break up meatpacker monopoly amid rancher backlash","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump is announcing new measures to lower the cost of beef after facing backlash from U.S. cattle ranchers and Republican lawmakers from agriculture states. The backlash stemmed from a White House announcement that the U.S. market would be flooded with 300,...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/29/trump-announces-plan-break-up-meatpacker-monopoly-amid-rancher-backlash/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Molly Martinez","publishDate":"2026-08-29T00:42:21.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T18:23:34.930Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FH5446SCVFNAK7MCVSC27NJMNCQ.jpg%3Fauth%3D661e672ce87cae07022e8401af4f26e8a2b71a63ab0cb0c45105fc129ce9ebd4%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"trump-announces-plan-to-break-up-meatpacker-monopoly-amid-rancher-backlash"},{"id":"ymq4pt","title":"Basin Lighthouse hosts annual Bridge the Basin summit","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Basin Lighthouse hosted its annual Bridge the Basin Regional Summit to bring members of the community together through a free event that helps connect people and share resources. Bridge the Basin featured a series of breakout sessions with panelists from different organiza...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/basin-lighthouse-hosts-annual-bridge-basin-summit/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Ixchel Villarreal","publishDate":"2026-08-29T00:19:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T18:23:34.930Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FIS3TEGHMPJDEBCAY7KPD7BAQQE.png%3Fauth%3Dff0b4087d77f4b97f9309b6aae5e982ab91b70c7e1c0325185fe170c9d612583%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"basin-lighthouse-hosts-annual-bridge-the-basin-summit"},{"id":"9h84ti","title":"Listen to the Friday Night Live Scoreboard Show","excerpt":"AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Scoreboard Show begins its 21st year with a network of radio stations that covers an area stretching from the top of the Texas Panhandle through the South Plains and Rolling Plains of West Texas. Friday Night Live focuses only on the teams from this ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/29/listen-friday-night-live-scoreboard-show/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Mike Roden","publishDate":"2026-08-29T00:18:20.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T18:23:34.930Z","category":"government","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FGFJVPUOVVVGWHEFX3UMS5LMRSE.png%3Fauth%3D459bc6b6b3cb143f35c3196b7db467524c6b0afc50f829af22007629740f33bc%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"listen-to-the-friday-night-live-scoreboard-show"},{"id":"mndtp9","title":"Driver blows past stopped school bus in front of officer, who immediately pulls vehicle over","excerpt":"GASTONIA, N.C. ( WBTV /Gray News) - Authorities in North Carolina say a driver was stopped after blowing past a school bus in front of a Gastonia police officer. The department shared a video this week of the vehicle seemingly traveling right past the stopped bus as captured by the officer’s dash...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/29/driver-blows-past-stopped-school-bus-front-officer-who-immediately-pulls-vehicle-over/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Connor Lomis, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-29T00:14:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T16:23:36.020Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FM6SBQWQUAZC6VLWDPK5DKC7664.jpg%3Fauth%3D927e97d049c1be107fd7af253349d0f3888c98bd9e0187c36e080d1acfdd5566%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"driver-blows-past-stopped-school-bus-in-front-of-officer-who-immediately-pulls-vehicle-over"},{"id":"awrn16","title":"15-year-old girl gets maximum prison sentence for murdering her newborn child","excerpt":"LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. ( WAFB /Gray News) - A teen girl has been sentenced in connection with the murder of her newborn child. According to the District Attorney’s Office in Louisiana, the now 15-year-old was ordered to remain in custody until her 21st birthday, which is the maximum sentence for ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/15-year-old-girl-gets-maximum-prison-sentence-murdering-her-newborn-child/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Kamren Phillips, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-28T22:43:31.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T16:23:36.020Z","category":"local","slug":"15-year-old-girl-gets-maximum-prison-sentence-for-murdering-her-newborn-child"},{"id":"pzytub","title":"Andrews High School teacher arrested, charge revealed","excerpt":"ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - Andrews ISD was notified by the Andrews ISD Police Department that an Andrews High School teacher was arrested Friday afternoon. Christopher Leggett Cleveland was arrested from the Andrews High School campus at around 1:27 p.m. Friday, August 28, according to the Andrews I...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/andrews-high-school-teacher-arrested/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tamlyn Price","publishDate":"2026-08-28T22:10:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T16:23:36.020Z","category":"safety","slug":"andrews-high-school-teacher-arrested-charge-revealed"},{"id":"a54jfh","title":"Thousands rally on National Mall for voting rights","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Thousands of protesters gathered at the Lincoln Memorial on Friday to rally in support of voting rights on the 63rd anniversary of the March on Washington. People from across the country came to the site to speak out against what they described as attacks on civil rights ad...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/thousands-rally-national-mall-voting-rights/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Stetson Miller","publishDate":"2026-08-28T21:47:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T16:23:36.020Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F435XYUG2EFE33D64KX4G5G6CJI.jpg%3Fauth%3Dc3ff3ac4a365095b6fffae351649c779d5e54af97b57f6a14664ea6c753b7533%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"thousands-rally-on-national-mall-for-voting-rights"},{"id":"xq2imz","title":"Midland police investigate after baby’s remains found in sewage line","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A work crew repairing a sewage line near the intersection of Big Spring and Scharbauer found partial remains of a baby inside the line Friday afternoon. The Midland Police Department said the developmental stage of the baby is undetermined but is believed to be well short ...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/midland-police-investigate-after-babys-remains-found-sewage-line/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tamlyn Price","publishDate":"2026-08-28T21:45:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T14:23:36.455Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FFSHEXVH7MNHYZORXY45IJKDOVY.png%3Fauth%3D8ba9ddc346a7fcd557fb22991c0a3c60d0ca9694ea1aff1bc4bab5d789574734%26smart%3Dfalse","inBriefing":true,"slug":"midland-police-investigate-after-babys-remains-found-in-sewage-line"},{"id":"palulx","title":"18-year-old charged with murdering grandfather after argument at home, police say","excerpt":"MADISON COUNTY, Ala. ( WAFF /Gray News) - An 18-year-old has been charged with shooting and killing his grandfather. According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to a home on John Harold Drive following a report of a shooting Thursday afternoon. Upon arrival, deputies sa...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/18-year-old-charged-with-murdering-grandfather-after-argument-home-police-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WAFF News staff, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-28T21:33:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T12:23:22.107Z","category":"safety","slug":"18-year-old-charged-with-murdering-grandfather-after-argument-at-home-police-say"},{"id":"vtmxhj","title":"Zoo seeking charges against man who climbed fence into tiger enclosure","excerpt":"ST. LOUIS ( KMOV /Gray News) — A man climbed into the tiger enclosure at the Saint Louis Zoo over the weekend. The incident happened Saturday. The man was seen climbing over a barrier fence at the exhibit. A zoo visitor captured the moment on video. “So there’s a guy in the tiger enclosure, and h...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/zoo-seeking-charges-against-man-who-climbed-fence-into-tiger-enclosure/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Marshal Farmer, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-28T21:32:45.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T08:23:22.033Z","category":"local","slug":"zoo-seeking-charges-against-man-who-climbed-fence-into-tiger-enclosure"},{"id":"9ywtgp","title":"Andrews ISD investigation finds no evidence of inappropriate relationship with student","excerpt":"ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - Andrews ISD said it found no evidence that a district employee had an inappropriate relationship with a student. 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All six students involved are around 14 year...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/6-students-experience-seizure-like-episodes-same-day-its-not-first-time-it-happened-this-school/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Sarah Shook, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-28T20:19:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:36.287Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FUQKF5QVLNBA6ZDVYGMXXRYJL6M.jpg%3Fauth%3Da3ca03768ac8432518922355005628c1cb3dfbbfb0d10ee768fd92fb136b3d02%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"6-students-experience-seizure-like-episodes-the-same-day-its-not-the-first-time-it-happened-at-this-"},{"id":"dq0qe7","title":"‘Worth it’: Mother admitted to kidnapping, killing her 11-month-old son because she did not want to give up custody","excerpt":"GRANT COUNTY, N.M. 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Danvers firefighters said the reported explosion occurred just before midnight on Wednesday at a home in rural Mc...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/miracle-god-family-8-including-6-children-burned-survives-massive-home-explosion/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Kayla Johnson, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-28T19:44:08.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:36.287Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FZC2WSEOKEJA4DCKBR3NYRMIH6A.png%3Fauth%3D30e935ebd52af89a85a7e439b65eb370e574051ff89cc6e21785fbfe4e5cde71%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"miracle-of-god-family-of-8-including-6-children-burned-but-survives-massive-home-explosion"},{"id":"q4x649","title":"Nursing home employee accused of stealing more than $2K from 86-year-old resident","excerpt":"WESTLAKE, Ohio ( WOIO /Gray News) – An Ohio nursing home employee was arrested for stealing money from an 86-year-old resident. 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Her team said it appreciates the outpouring of support, is touche...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/plans-name-nashville-airport-honor-dolly-parton-are-announced/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Caleb Wethington, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-28T18:58:14.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:36.287Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FWPMMJSXHLVCK3KRGQ2VW7J6JOE.jpg%3Fauth%3D7e3505050941850ca82dd093ae81fa620c503223f280ae812a1f64efe8d5bb87%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"plans-to-name-nashville-airport-in-honor-of-dolly-parton-are-announced"},{"id":"vtwy2m","title":"Three East County Road 173 intersections will get solar lights","excerpt":"Three East County Road 173 intersections will get solar lights Midland Reporter-Telegram","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxQR3ZqZjF3X0RMdjQ5LWQtSTBMb2lpQUxFTDNvcVFaYjQtMEZJSThjei0tLTVSZFZTbGQ5N01kdE9JRFVQQzR5N2ZoNnVrRHdFZ21JXzV5VWpBcUVEVU83dmZoTWhNUzFORkl4cWF5RkJZMnpla3FIZ2ljU1BtbGg4eHFrWmxKOUFHTkNPZllB?oc=5","source":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","author":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","publishDate":"2026-08-27T19:42:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:38.275Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"three-east-county-road-173-intersections-will-get-solar-lights"},{"id":"pnslk","title":"Midland commissioners to hold special meeting after county judge’s suspension","excerpt":"Midland commissioners to hold special meeting after county judge’s suspension CBS7","url":"https://news.google.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?oc=5","source":"CBS7","author":"CBS7","publishDate":"2026-08-27T19:36:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:38.275Z","category":"government","image":null,"updatedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:45.510Z","slug":"midland-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-after-county-judges-suspension"},{"id":"5p3hq0","title":"State commission suspends Midland County judge after indictment","excerpt":"State commission suspends Midland County judge after indictment Midland Reporter-Telegram","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMigwFBVV95cUxQZmpvNjk5M3JnT0N6U0xybFhPSWNEeC1XWVdpT0tiQXZrMzY1QXdhNk8wQU1zNmtmTS1fRVR2OS15ZmFHX01zWkEzQmlEdmZEMTRQYzY3N0oxTHViLWh5eTA2U2ZzRzd5N2dvN05rM3ZCcDFOWng2c3EwZlc0RFA5SjdWWQ?oc=5","source":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","author":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","publishDate":"2026-08-27T00:43:12.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:38.275Z","category":"government","image":null,"slug":"state-commission-suspends-midland-county-judge-after-indictment"},{"id":"rnr5s7","title":"Midland County judge suspended amid criminal case","excerpt":"Midland County judge suspended amid criminal case CBS7","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxQcTF5cHZFZEJZaXQteUNrQlFZb3lrSVZJR2dFNmNkVko5c3RJZldGS09mcEF5OEk2TjkzdWFHZ2hMdHZFTEw2SVdSTUpvSzFSTndkZmdmM1RrbktqQ3ZZZURXaTk1d2czbDhCVGZVWGY3WUQyZFMyVFMwblgyX0s0ZWlYelIzM0dfcTZGNVhVZEJpeGxlX2M5Vk5oSQ?oc=5","source":"CBS7","author":"CBS7","publishDate":"2026-08-26T21:07:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:38.275Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"midland-county-judge-suspended-amid-criminal-case"},{"id":"ixczd2","title":"Midland County deputy charged with drunk driving may enter plea Nov. 24","excerpt":"Midland County deputy charged with drunk driving may enter plea Nov. 24 Midland Daily News","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipwFBVV95cUxNUTJ2bkxTWDFyN3I3ZzZkOTY4UE5fNTVoZXVPWUNMQWZqOFVzS0o1eTdnVUFLWVkwNVJvN0hZZGN4Y2tmTl8zVDlaQTRNd1N1dnBsNXdZcmUtUHY2MHdoX3RETnVjSFVCZGtLMFQtRHpZYW5ibllnc3RwY2Z6YkNjZUN4ZHU2eF8yX0RqcDAtVHZiMk9MZkRBSWg5OTV6VndJcS1xRUViNA?oc=5","source":"Midland Daily News","author":"Midland Daily News","publishDate":"2026-08-26T14:58:45.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T04:23:38.275Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"midland-county-deputy-charged-with-drunk-driving-may-enter-plea-nov-24"},{"id":"yhsoqg","title":"AI is making scams more convincing, cybersecurity report warns","excerpt":"( InvestigateTV ) — Artificial intelligence has become part of daily life for tasks like writing resumes and drafting emails, but a cybersecurity expert says the same technology is giving scammers new tools to deceive people. Adam Ely, general manager of AI security at Check Point, said AI is bei...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/ai-is-making-scams-more-convincing-cybersecurity-report-warns/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Caresse Jackman","publishDate":"2026-08-28T18:45:05.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T02:23:37.145Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F6KREKAGBR5CSLBETVJS3H26Z2U.jpg%3Fauth%3D53e70833aaaa3d583bb3cfc5dc357059a652655dd0e1cc68bb45a2ab55b84783%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"ai-is-making-scams-more-convincing-cybersecurity-report-warns"},{"id":"9l6orp","title":"8/27/2026: Temperatures are still high but not as hot as last week","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Here is today's 7-day forecast with our Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. The bad news is that the heat isn’t going anywhere, but the good news is that it’s not going to be as hot as what we experienced early this week. Friday looks like a classic late-August day with ple...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/8-27-2026-temperatures-are-still-high-but-not-as-hot-as-last-week/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Jesse Zaragoza","publishDate":"2026-08-27T23:44:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T02:23:35.691Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F08%2F39CEDD46DF72F5BF684A1D1158BC6B1C.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"8272026-temperatures-are-still-high-but-not-as-hot-as-last-week"},{"id":"mxzxkv","title":"Driver charged with OVI after shuttle bus carrying 26 students gets hit by car","excerpt":"NORTHWOOD, Ohio ( WTVG /Gray News) – An Ohio woman driving a shuttle bus carrying 26 Bowling Green State University students is facing an operating a vehicle under the influence charge after troopers say her bus was hit from behind by another vehicle on Interstate 75. The crash happened Aug. 18 a...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/driver-charged-with-ovi-after-shuttle-bus-carrying-26-students-gets-hit-by-car/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WTVG Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-28T18:33:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T00:23:36.350Z","category":"safety","slug":"driver-charged-with-ovi-after-shuttle-bus-carrying-26-students-gets-hit-by-car"},{"id":"321okj","title":"Here are the most popular city-inspired baby names","excerpt":"(Gray News) - Parents across the U.S. are taking baby-name inspiration straight from the map — and one Southern city is leading the trend. A new analysis of federal data finds “Charlotte” is America’s most popular city-inspired baby name, with 12,564 babies given the name in 2024. That total incl...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/here-are-most-popular-city-inspired-baby-names/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Debra Worley","publishDate":"2026-08-28T18:02:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-29T00:23:36.350Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FM5WG5CWPVZFJND4QU3SKPRCE2I.jpg%3Fauth%3De63de7d8ec370f8ab12b5affebf2d45a46e5ee84925f56d164670c1a952e7090%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"here-are-the-most-popular-city-inspired-baby-names"},{"id":"8z0hfa","title":"Lawmakers remain divided over how to lower healthcare costs","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Americans are set to face another round of steep health insurance increases as lawmakers remain divided on proposals to make coverage more affordable. The total cost of employer-sponsored healthcare, which covers about 60% of working Americans, could rise nearly 10% in 2027...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/lawmakers-remain-divided-over-how-lower-healthcare-costs/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Stephen Goin","publishDate":"2026-08-28T17:59:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T22:23:36.581Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F43R5MFZQFFAD7D5RQPDIXNJJAU.png%3Fauth%3D8634bd8c8381a1b0ee4c98be5a0ff9c4fdd4a63fa3546ca3b0e8d6c6b43c3da8%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"lawmakers-remain-divided-over-how-to-lower-healthcare-costs"},{"id":"aih41z","title":"FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, August 28th, 2026","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, August 28th, 2026: It’ll be another milder day across West Texas and southeast New Mexico with slight chances for showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the afternoon and evening hours. High temperatures will warm into the 90s and 100s. Midl...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/first-alert-7-forecast-friday-august-28th-2026-2/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Sawyer McElroy","publishDate":"2026-08-28T17:28:41.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T22:23:36.581Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FS4MC4GEH4ZDWJHWFAT4BCNSINE.png%3Fauth%3Dad6c974cea19fc285add941a7eb59ac4291aad70fc393c811909aa2172c99c45%26smart%3Dfalse","updatedAt":"2026-08-28T14:23:47.628Z","slug":"first-alert-7-forecast-for-friday-august-28th-2026"},{"id":"4h00vh","title":"Brewster County SRT arrests Marathon-area man on assault warrant","excerpt":"BREWSTER COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Brewster County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team served a felony arrest warrant Thursday morning on a ranch south of Marathon. According to the Brewster County Sheriff’s Office, Barret Whitworth, was charged with assault on a family member by impeding bre...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/brewster-county-srt-arrests-marathon-area-man-assault-warrant/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Tamlyn Price","publishDate":"2026-08-28T17:14:26.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T22:23:36.581Z","category":"safety","slug":"brewster-county-srt-arrests-marathon-area-man-on-assault-warrant"},{"id":"dx14sa","title":"MapQuest says it won’t change Lake Ontario to Lake America","excerpt":"(Gray News) — MapQuest said it is not going to change the name of Lake Ontario for its services. President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename the body of water Lake America. “We’re not changing the name of Lake Ontario. Name it whatever you want at your leisure,” MapQuest w...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/mapquest-says-it-wont-change-lake-ontario-lake-america/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Emily Van de Riet","publishDate":"2026-08-28T17:08:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T20:23:27.366Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FLRD5DK2XRJGEBP4I2AM7LBQ7FE.jpg%3Fauth%3Db3bb7d2a4232ce4d95bf13cee3fa7784c13829472d0a0913114c6bb70da7e5cc%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"mapquest-says-it-wont-change-lake-ontario-to-lake-america"},{"id":"wppqo2","title":"8th grader shot, killed while making TikTok videos, authorities say","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray News) - A 17-year-old is accused of fatally shooting an eighth grader filming a TikTok video, authorities said. The teen, who was 15-year-old at the time of the shooting, was arrested and charged Wednesday with second-degree murder while armed, Metropolitan Police said. Zytina Ma...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/8th-grader-shot-killed-while-making-tiktok-videos-authorities-say/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Akim Powell","publishDate":"2026-08-28T17:04:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T20:23:27.366Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FSACI6LAN35D2BIFVWDGH5H6PQQ.png%3Fauth%3D7a04bd426bdfc1548ebcaa2b9cf8479a454b314719519c3dda767c00a1a0f3d2%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"8th-grader-shot-killed-while-making-tiktok-videos-authorities-say"},{"id":"dfykz5","title":"Man killed while performing motorcycle stunt, police say","excerpt":"CLEVELAND, Ohio ( WOIO /Gray News) - A man in Ohio died after trying to perform a stunt on his motorcycle, according to police. Cleveland Police reported the man hit a utility pole near the intersection of Pearl Road and Cypress Avenue Wednesday afternoon. 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While Jim Abbott said the injury is still a shock, his mind is focused on other people and moving forward. Abbott was calling a game earlier t...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/whats-next-referee-loses-leg-after-high-school-football-scrimmage-injury/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Brady Williams, Debra Worley","publishDate":"2026-08-28T16:33:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T20:23:27.366Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FR3Q73JLJZVCBHM3FBHT2ODUOXQ.png%3Fauth%3D65a6a72c36efbd3a52a42bbba9ed3e56835430781aa40f78f60db89217baf9f0%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"whats-next-referee-loses-leg-after-high-school-football-scrimmage-injury"},{"id":"5enayz","title":"Airport worker dies after being hit by plane","excerpt":"(Gray News) - An airport worker in Canada died after he was hit by an airplane on the tarmac. 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North Carolina Health and Human Services reported the teenager contracted an illness known as primary amebic meningoencephalitis (...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/teen-critically-ill-infected-with-brain-eating-amoeba-health-department-says/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Dorothy Sedovic","publishDate":"2026-08-28T14:16:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T18:23:28.677Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FZRR7IMPYPFESLLENSGNQJPLU6Q.jpg%3Fauth%3D2fd9f557bdd8e732ba6aa41a792c827813bfa2d798f8f68e56f523be55d09921%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"teen-critically-ill-infected-with-brain-eating-amoeba-health-department-says"},{"id":"vbxblq","title":"5 former QVC employees accused in $58,000 refund fraud scheme","excerpt":"FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. ( WMBF /Gray News) - Several former QVC employees were arrested in South Carolina. Investigators with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office said they worked with global security operations at QVC to arrest five former employees who are charged with breach of trust with fraudu...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/5-former-qvc-employees-accused-58000-refund-fraud-scheme/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WMBF News Staff","publishDate":"2026-08-28T08:52:56.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T18:23:28.677Z","category":"safety","slug":"5-former-qvc-employees-accused-in-58000-refund-fraud-scheme"},{"id":"hzi9iz","title":"3 generations, including 91-year-old farmer, work together with harvest: ‘He’s just having fun’","excerpt":"ZAP, N.D. ( KFYR /Gray News) - It’s harvest time in North Dakota. Harvest is a family affair for many families. It takes everyone to get the crop off the field. That’s especially true for the Sailer family. Three generations of the Sailer family are working together to bring in the harvest at the...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/3-generations-including-91-year-old-farmer-work-together-with-harvest-hes-just-having-fun/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Jody Kerzman","publishDate":"2026-08-28T07:12:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T18:23:28.677Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F5O2O4LH7CRCV5KHZEKTYCHMWAI.jpg%3Fauth%3D503c09bb3c00d59f98a35fbc6da06b7d1dd3c446f01e022660651d7bab774152%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"3-generations-including-91-year-old-farmer-work-together-with-harvest-hes-just-having-fun"},{"id":"ldcd1z","title":"HIGHLIGHTS: Forsan def. Coahoma 22-20","excerpt":"BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - Forsan football clinched its first Howard County Bowl trophy since 2022 on Thursday. 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According to police, the theft happened at the H-E-B located at 3801 East 42nd St. The woman was captured on surveill...","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-more-than-1200-in-cosmetics-from-odessa-h-e-b/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Gabriella Meza","publishDate":"2026-08-26T21:10:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T18:23:26.646Z","category":"safety","slug":"police-seek-woman-accused-of-stealing-more-than-1200-in-cosmetics-from-odessa-h-e-b"},{"id":"g6sqzi","title":"Millions seized in Texas oil trafficking case","excerpt":"The Texas Department of Public Safety arrested six individuals, including leaders of the oil and gas company Vallee, following an investigation into an alleged criminal enterprise involved in trafficking stolen petroleum products.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/texas-oil-theft-arrests/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Justin Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-26T21:01:09.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T18:23:26.646Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F08%2FTX-DPS-OPERATION-8-26-26.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"millions-seized-in-texas-oil-trafficking-case"},{"id":"yrp737","title":"Big Spring Crime Stoppers seeks help identifying thief","excerpt":"BIG SPRING, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Big Spring Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance in locating an unknown male suspect in a theft case on Monday. According to the Big Spring Police Department, officers responded to the 700 block of Tulane Ave in reference to a theft. 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John “Jed” York was arrested Sunday in East Palestine after he allegedly responded to an ad posted on a known prost...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/body-camera-video-shows-49ers-owners-arrest-during-prostitution-sting/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Ashley Pomplas, Brian Koster","publishDate":"2026-08-28T05:33:54.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T16:23:27.744Z","category":"safety","slug":"body-camera-video-shows-49ers-owners-arrest-during-prostitution-sting"},{"id":"yz69bt","title":"HIGHLIGHTS: Odessa def. MX Prep 51-14","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa opened up their city to an international game. The Bronchos faced MX Football Academy, who came all the way from Mexico City August 27 to kick off their season. Odessa defeats MX Football Academy 51-14, earning their first outright win in over a year. 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According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Office, deputies received a 911 call just after 7 a.m. about a farming accident that invol...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/high-school-football-player-dies-farming-accident-game-canceled/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Calahan Steed, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-28T02:52:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T16:23:27.744Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FCRAOJIZRMFHKDNVWIZTLOYB7HM.jpg%3Fauth%3D5870971214f2fc317d613bd03dfbb403126e1d25f12a60c57dacb7d9669e1b65%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"high-school-football-player-dies-in-farming-accident-game-canceled"},{"id":"wqm8cj","title":"Federal judge temporarily blocks new mail-in voting restrictions","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - On Thursday night, a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order, that once again blocks the Trump administration’s mail-in voting restrictions for the November midterm elections. Massachusetts U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani issued the 14-day hold on a U.S....","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/usps-says-new-new-mail-in-voting-rule-is-effect/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Stetson Miller","publishDate":"2026-08-28T02:14:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T16:23:27.744Z","category":"government","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FL5EFZMYJUBHJXLG75REENLTK6Y.jpg%3Fauth%3De7e4a5ee921332a53268dacaec33ae93e0b55ac45f04da8660568c7c214128b0%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"federal-judge-temporarily-blocks-new-mail-in-voting-restrictions"},{"id":"cc069c","title":"‘We needed to get rid of these’: City turns off Flock cameras, cites misuse concerns","excerpt":"TEMPE, Ariz. ( KPHO /Gray News) — The city of Tempe announced this week that it has turned off its Flock cameras with plans to end its contract with the company. Tempe Mayor Corey Woods said the cameras have helped law enforcement, but the city’s decision followed reports of problems with the tec...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/28/we-needed-get-rid-these-city-turns-off-flock-cameras-cites-misuse-concerns/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Veronica Stracqualursi, Mickaela Castillo, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-28T00:30:45.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T16:23:27.744Z","category":"government","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FLRUU3GQYZNEXPKJ5B5HOIAUEDQ.png%3Fauth%3Df999e7019eb091edaedd4da9d7a71a13ca643db649faf4be8603a601628b5f98%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"we-needed-to-get-rid-of-these-city-turns-off-flock-cameras-cites-misuse-concerns"},{"id":"k31ups","title":"MCH Family Health Clinics awarded $650K federal grant to expand primary care in Permian Basin","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Medical Center Health System is receiving a major boost to expand primary care access in the Permian Basin after being awarded a $650,000 federal grant. The Access Point grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Health Resources an...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/27/mch-family-health-clinics-awarded-650k-federal-grant-expand-primary-care-permian-basin/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Chloe Ryan","publishDate":"2026-08-27T23:18:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T16:23:27.744Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F2MHPS2ZVMJD43MSJKHTH63SCCQ.png%3Fauth%3Dabf51103836a7c9df2cb339bc7b449a0fde81bacc20046dbd5d709d51dd0d2c4%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"mch-family-health-clinics-awarded-650k-federal-grant-to-expand-primary-care-in-permian-basin"},{"id":"1fwbab","title":"Nearly 250 dogs found living in cages, owners charged weeks later","excerpt":"LOUISVILLE, Ky. 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Jacobs was taken into custody in May on suspicion of domestic abuse, but at the time, the Brown County district attorney withh...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/27/nfl-star-josh-jacobs-facing-charges-battery-criminal-damage-property-previous-arrest/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"WBAY News staff, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-27T22:42:39.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-28T14:23:28.647Z","category":"safety","slug":"nfl-star-josh-jacobs-facing-charges-of-battery-criminal-damage-to-property-from-previous-arrest"},{"id":"k6nyv1","title":"National Petroleum Day tailgate held in downtown Midland","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The second annual National Petroleum Tailgate on Wall Street was held in downtown Midland to celebrate National Petroleum Day. The event included a machine exhibit, vendors and entertainment, along with free concerts and food trucks. 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Sara Rathner, a personal finance expert at NerdWallet, said setting as...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/27/parents-feel-financial-pressure-school-requests-study-finds/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Rachel DePompa","publishDate":"2026-08-27T17:30:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-27T22:24:00.682Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FUGYJV2JNDJHCDEICD5UWPYGKWU.jpg%3Fauth%3D381881097d639fe535736eb4c9cbf5b2e22e32b8629d07b7c1c9dfd0ac7f1347%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"parents-feel-the-financial-pressure-of-school-requests-study-finds"},{"id":"348ow0","title":"FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, August 27th, 2026","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, August 27th, 2026: It’ll be a bit milder across West Texas and southeast New Mexico today with isolated showers and thunderstorms possible through the day, mainly in the afternoon and evening hours. 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White County Public Safety reported that emergency crews rescued the man from Mount Yonah in north Georgia Tuesday night. 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The petition on Change.org seeks to rename Nashville International Airport to the Dolly Parton Internatio...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/26/petition-rename-nashville-airport-after-dolly-parton-surges-following-country-music-legends-death/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Caleb Wethington, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-26T18:42:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-27T00:24:00.885Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FWPMMJSXHLVCK3KRGQ2VW7J6JOE.jpg%3Fauth%3D7e3505050941850ca82dd093ae81fa620c503223f280ae812a1f64efe8d5bb87%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"petition-to-rename-nashville-airport-after-dolly-parton-surges-following-country-music-legends-death"},{"id":"vky3e1","title":"Texas Way award recognizes ECISD athletes and coaches","excerpt":"The Ector County Independent School District's athletics department earned the Texas Way District of Distinction award this summer for its focus on sportsmanship and character development.","url":"https://www.yourbasin.com/news/ecisd-wins-texas-way-award/","source":"KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)","author":"Justin Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-26T19:40:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-26T22:23:59.269Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourbasin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F78%2F2026%2F08%2Fecisd-athletics-8-26-26.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"texas-way-award-recognizes-ecisd-athletes-and-coaches"},{"id":"9e7jie","title":"Midland College board approves offer for Midland ISD property","excerpt":"MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland College Board of Trustees approved extending an offer to Midland ISD to buy the property known as the “Boneyard” and nearby land north of Loop 250 during a special board meeting on Aug. 25. 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Officials said Sherrard High School has decided to cancel the rest of the games this year because it doesn’t have enough varsity-ready players. School of...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/26/high-school-cancels-remainder-varsity-football-season-following-this-weeks-game-heres-why/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"KWQC News staff, Brianna Ballog, Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-26T18:00:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-26T22:23:59.703Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FRZ2EBZMXGZGN3DQDWS45DD6NTQ.PNG%3Fauth%3Dd86373950f445e7a036d2989146c9e8e9d903021b7781915b1669ac24382c25a%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"high-school-cancels-remainder-of-varsity-football-season-following-this-weeks-game-heres-why"},{"id":"yd51xk","title":"Grand Ole Opry will host tribute to Dolly Parton. Here’s when it is and how to watch","excerpt":"NASHVILLE, Tenn. 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Parton died Tuesday after a “brief battle with cancer,” according to her publicist. 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The beloved country music icon died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, according to a statement from her publicist. She was 80. 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Beyoncé said in a statement shared online that it was her “privilege” to work with Parton and that she would tr...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/26/beyonc-calls-dolly-parton-north-star-tribute-country-music-icon/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-26T01:58:14.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-26T16:23:25.733Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F7YFOYMKP5FAZRNOJXAQPFKLHDE.jpg%3Fauth%3D699a1418c9f3457860d09993ac7c12176a42c51986255c28a4bfe4211ee5dec6%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"beyonc-calls-dolly-parton-the-north-star-in-tribute-to-country-music-icon"},{"id":"71iv74","title":"‘I can just picture her smile now’: Community mourns 2 mothers killed in shooting","excerpt":"LOUISVILLE, Ky. ( WAVE /Gray News) - Authorities said two women were killed in a shooting near the University of Louisville’s Belknap campus. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victims as Iyanna Warr and Trinity Durham, both 20. 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The Grammy Award-winning rapper said the megastar’s note congratulated him on the honor as they were both inducted into the Hall...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/25/eminem-reveals-heartfelt-note-dolly-parton-wrote-him-rock-roll-hall-fame-induction/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Jordan Gartner","publishDate":"2026-08-25T23:47:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-26T16:23:25.733Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2F5Q5EZ65MDZB6LLZ6QYRSLUM6CA.png%3Fauth%3D2ca8a008571a13b6a48f3ca89d4be4bcac7550e5c22fd349e2da47d9e2fe3f75%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"eminem-reveals-heartfelt-note-dolly-parton-wrote-him-for-rock-roll-hall-of-fame-induction"},{"id":"tczv8r","title":"Next tropical storm to be named in the Atlantic will be ‘Dolly’","excerpt":"BURLINGTON, Vt. 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Tucked into a wooden vault at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort is an unreleased Dolly Parton song called “My Place in History,” written to be her last. 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The two former officers identified as Antonio Felix and Luis Vasquez Jr., both 31, were fired and arrested Satur...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/24/2-officers-accused-violently-assaulting-couple-during-traffic-stop-fired-arrested/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Haley Williams, Brian Petersheim, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-24T05:20:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-24T18:23:51.622Z","category":"safety","slug":"2-officers-accused-of-violently-assaulting-couple-during-traffic-stop-fired-arrested"},{"id":"rsyn4v","title":"5 bodies, dead animals found after Oregon fire investigated as quintuple homicide","excerpt":"FOREST GROVE, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - Authorities are investigating the deaths of five people and several domestic animals found after an early morning fire on a rural Oregon property. Washington County deputies responded at 5:27 a.m. Saturday to assist the Forest Grove Fire Department with a r...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/24/5-bodies-dead-animals-found-after-oregon-fire-investigated-quintuple-homicide/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Vince Ybarra, FOX 12 Staff, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-24T02:43:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-24T18:23:51.622Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FIEY5U22H7RAKRMOW5YMEBSM2GE.png%3Fauth%3Da3e17f20ca1bcf4db6c89b886fbf1309d9a5cff4bf0de1f1ca05728fb36bd138%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"5-bodies-dead-animals-found-after-oregon-fire-investigated-as-quintuple-homicide"},{"id":"cfkflr","title":"Missing 2-year-old child found dead in Oregon, police say","excerpt":"CENTRAL POINT, Ore. 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Festival organizers announced the popular music festival is taking a “much-needed year off” to let the venue’s grounds, known as The Farm, recover from consecutive years of storms. “This wasn’t an...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/21/bonnaroo-cancels-its-2027-music-festival-heres-why/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Caleb Wethington, Dorothy Sedovic","publishDate":"2026-08-21T19:22:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-22T16:23:30.957Z","category":"local","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FCJVBOOPCTZBDZNVW3P6EKCWDNQ.jpg%3Fauth%3D73cc842e5308532e2f95748dba2555b8a5fd1786ea44707e45b9593148517553%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"bonnaroo-cancels-its-2027-music-festival-heres-why"},{"id":"zfx2sv","title":"Max Milne: My five years of summer vacation come to a close","excerpt":"Max Milne: My five years of summer vacation come to a close Midland Daily News","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiogFBVV95cUxQWk1kMURHMTRQQktjRGNxeUV6Z3V6TjBQcGNKaDdHOS0ySzN6ajA4RHdxYjVUc1JDQllqWkQwb2R4U1NoVmZ4OUhOSTVValFVTUxBd0tnV3d2Q3FyRWlwaVVOQ205S2RNZWRQYXViNC1hTG4xblZ4RE02UmZfTGt3d2wxRkxkd2N5UmxsZldHVW5kR1RFSVBJTXU3OXk2REJFRVE?oc=5","source":"Midland Daily News","author":"Midland Daily News","publishDate":"2026-08-21T08:44:29.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-22T16:23:32.416Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"max-milne-my-five-years-of-summer-vacation-come-to-a-close"},{"id":"bv1kq0","title":"Midland County judge indicted on two felony charges","excerpt":"Midland County judge indicted on two felony charges Midland Reporter-Telegram","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijAFBVV95cUxQUG1Ud2RUR3p2cE82bkpBellxX1N2N3ZuZlpqejM4c2xmbmtCc2hOYjdRVE1XUzJEUFhET01ELWstTFhvS1I5X09OTUJSRTdkcHZ0VGVzUGplb2tDYm1BUVIxVmlZYUJ2SUJ4UXNJOVM0TEVaZlMwaTR6Unkyd0c5aVhLcWtINEZmY1VBdQ?oc=5","source":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","author":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","publishDate":"2026-08-20T22:32:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-22T16:23:32.416Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"midland-county-judge-indicted-on-two-felony-charges"},{"id":"w99ozw","title":"Midland County judge surrenders to Texas Rangers after learning of indictment","excerpt":"Midland County judge surrenders to Texas Rangers after learning of indictment newswest9.com","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi8wFBVV95cUxNYmljQTZ0OHNDYjNQOEJSeFRGQXdXQTQwa3pJUC1fMnFjUW9rSnBZQWRmNmctYTA0NU1McS1iaGt3RTVqZTQzdm5rTUdvTzl2U2RlSURPSGxONkdmZkpFTXlZTVo1MTZNNkJuQ3lFYzJlUkxQM0hmZ2F2Vm1rRGtGS2ZCTkh0S0VGWGVRZkp1V3NGbTM4bWV0VTN1RjV2OGtxX1RKaE81WUZZb2NzOWhJMl9WWDVsZVRiYU42VHQ0M1Fxb2hMTXU5cjFzYkpsOURhU0pSdEttaEQ4YV81Skc5dXRzNVA1V0t2ZjVyWkdyYThlZ1k?oc=5","source":"newswest9.com","author":"newswest9.com","publishDate":"2026-08-20T16:18:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-22T16:23:32.416Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"midland-county-judge-surrenders-to-texas-rangers-after-learning-of-indictment"},{"id":"cuect9","title":"Midland County Judge Terry Johnson surrenders after indictment on charges","excerpt":"Midland County Judge Terry Johnson surrenders after indictment on charges Midland Reporter-Telegram","url":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifkFVX3lxTE1QQ3d5Nk5VcVdocV8zaHE0Q2JMYUhpS2NuamhuNEdraVNwS2c3OEs0NFJFbmwzbnRuTlV5OElGaXZVUllDS1JkZXhQektzMlRWV05aNmlhNDlxSWJsdVZVYWtFQ0tfQTNGaFV1TDdZemcteHk4Vi1kZF81UzNIZw?oc=5","source":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","author":"Midland Reporter-Telegram","publishDate":"2026-08-20T03:02:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-22T16:23:32.416Z","category":"local","image":null,"slug":"midland-county-judge-terry-johnson-surrenders-after-indictment-on-charges"},{"id":"n6iqey","title":"Here’s when ‘Tap to Pay’ is coming to Walmart and Sam’s Club locations","excerpt":"(Gray News) - Out with the old, in with the new. 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Highland Heights Police Chief Dennis Matejcic said he learned Monday that a part-time dispatcher was accused of searching s...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/21/dispatcher-resigns-over-flock-camera-misuse-data-shows-single-user-made-more-than-20000-searches/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Avery  Williams, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-21T19:05:36.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-22T14:23:30.598Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FBUMZRPSTBBHARGIDHEE57NJOHA.png%3Fauth%3D60d249f6797e8926868976d84c85e17f0929a6ded8826cb9c15d24ba396939a4%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"dispatcher-resigns-over-flock-camera-misuse-as-data-shows-single-user-made-more-than-20000-searches"},{"id":"m37cve","title":"FDA upgrades massive egg recall to highest-risk warning over salmonella concerns","excerpt":"(CNN/Gray News) — The FDA is escalating a massive egg recall to its highest-risk classification over salmonella concerns. 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The company Years is recalling its fresh meals, excluding its Chef’s Collection line, as a precaution as it investigates it...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/20/dog-food-linked-potential-vision-loss-nearly-200-pets-prompts-massive-recall/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Dorothy Sedovic","publishDate":"2026-08-20T15:25:26.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-20T20:23:19.839Z","category":"business","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FOOVIW6LPFJHMRAS4S4HHPI3EIQ.jpg%3Fauth%3Ddc269f04b2d8ea9893a3c838c3ba8ab86618c38645970c129190aa42415a5983%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"dog-food-sold-in-uk-linked-to-potential-vision-loss-of-nearly-200-pets-prompting-massive-recall"},{"id":"y95uuk","title":"New vaccine appears to prevent recurrence of the deadliest form of skin cancer","excerpt":"(Gray News) - Moderna and Merck say a new vaccine appears to prevent the recurrence of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. 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It found Joshua Allen and Michael Cox, through Ferrum Capital, and related companies, preyed on many investors, using misdirectio...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/18/breaking-jury-finds-allen-cox-guilty-all-counts-multimillion-dollar-ferrum-capital-case/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Kase Wilbanks, Shaley Kidwell, Craig \"Julio\" Iglesias, Matt Ernst","publishDate":"2026-08-20T03:25:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-20T16:23:24.176Z","category":"schools","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FNAHHNAYVZRE3DJOGSKUML3HGLQ.jpg%3Fauth%3Df154b0be9395ac8ca2247c515325fa97d1a1dccaafea7ad1c4d50846e2448b97%26smart%3Dfalse","updatedAt":"2026-08-19T20:23:37.035Z","slug":"testing-trust-jury-finds-allen-cox-guilty-on-all-counts-in-multimillion-dollar-ferrum-capital-fraud-"},{"id":"czy2ui","title":"Texas launches $1.4 billion plan to boost rural health care, HHSC holds public forum","excerpt":"BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - More than $1 billion in federal funding will go to Texas rural communities to help improve health care. Members of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission hosted a public forum in Big Spring to discuss the Rural Texas Strong plan. 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The bus had 42 students from Clark Middle School and Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School on board, according to the Orang...","url":"https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/08/19/school-bus-carrying-42-students-crashes-into-south-carolina-home/","source":"KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)","author":"Alex Kesler, Lenah Allen, Gray News staff","publishDate":"2026-08-19T02:37:06.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-19T18:23:19.588Z","category":"safety","image":"https://themidland.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgray-kosa-prod.gtv-cdn.com%2Fresizer%2Fv2%2F%2FZJI57AI6GNHJXMTM354IPIQBQ4.png%3Fauth%3D97f9f076a2a8169bc2cbb3a3a5367f88774a6e066fff36a95b9b5360bc392a8d%26smart%3Dfalse","slug":"school-bus-carrying-42-students-crashes-into-south-carolina-home"},{"id":"50qsl","title":"UTPB football debuts at No. 18 on D2Football.com Preseason Top 25 Poll","excerpt":"ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Falcons finished 2025 at No. 3 in the D2Football.com rankings. 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