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WASHINGTON (Aging Untold) — A nonverbal autistic artist held his first gallery exhibit, sharing his perspective through abstract paintings and poetry composed on a letter board. Charles Lenny Lunn’s w
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ATLANTA (Gray News) — Big Tigger, the longtime radio personality and former host of BET’s iconic “Rap City,” was arrested over the weekend, online records show.Records from the Fulton County Jail in Georgia show that Big Tigger, whose real name is Darian Morgan, was arrested Saturday morning on b...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The funeral service and memorial procession will be taking place Tuesday, June 23, to honor Odessa Fire Rescue Lt. Isai Huerta who died after being hurt in a trailer fire last week Sunday.Odessa Fire Rescue Lt. Huerta returned home to Odessa last week under an honor escort ...
(Aging Untold) — On this episode of Aging Untold, we focus on the challenges of neurodiversity later in life and practical ways to cope, build skills and reset expectations for older adults and the loved ones who care for them. Plus, how cognitive baseline testing can track brain health over time...
MANSFIELD, Mass. (Gray News) - A man is accused of secretly recording under a girl’s skirt at a concert in Massachusetts.Brandon Cora, 27, is charged with photographing sexual or intimate parts of a child.Officers working at Xfinity Center during a Black Crowes concert were notified by venue secu...
WASHINGTON (Aging Untold) — A nonverbal autistic artist held his first gallery exhibit, sharing his perspective through abstract paintings and poetry composed on a letter board. Charles Lenny Lunn’s work opened at Lost Origins Gallery in Washington, D.C., marking the first time he publicly shared...
BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - Residents in parts of Big Spring may experience low water pressure or temporary water service interruptions Tuesday as city crews repair main water valves.According to the City of Big Spring, the city’s Distribution & Collection Department is conducting repairs at the i...
SUAMICO, Wis. (Aging Untold) - A Wisconsin woman, who we’re only identifying as Janet, said she was coerced into believing she lost her Medicare benefits and had to cooperate to get them back.This elaborate scheme is targeting seniors and their Medicare benefits.Janet said she was on the phone fo...
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(Aging Untold) — Cognitive baseline testing offers a powerful way to measure your thinking and memory at a specific point in time, allowing you to track changes over the years and catch potential issues early. Think of it like taking your blood pressure or checking your temperature. It’s a snapsh...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026: It’ll be another very hot day across West Texas and southeast New Mexico with widespread triple digits expected once again along with isolated storm chances continuing.High temperatures will warm into the 100s. Midland/Od...
(InvestigateTV) — InvestigateTV+ takes in-depth look at how cities transform eyesores into food forests and explains how this urban oasis improves climate and boosts food security. Plus, three generations fail a state-required drug test, but they insist they don’t use. We investigate what some be...
(Gray News) - Savannah Guthrie is asking for information about the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie, after another ransom note claims she is dead.“We need your help ... We love our mom. We will never stop looking for her. Ever,” Savannah Guthrie said Tuesday morning on Today.Savannah Gu...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Ector County will close county operations from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, in honor of Lt. Isai Huerta and to give county employees the chance to pay their respects during funeral services.According to the press release, all Ector County buildings will be open from ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - IDEA Public Schools is serving free meals to any kid 18 and under, whether they go to IDEA or not.The program runs through July 31 at select IDEA campuses. Kids can get free breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.Meals have to ...
(Aging Untold) — For neurodiverse older Americans, staying focused and on track can get harder when retirement or health changes take away routines. The term neurodivergent refers to people who process information in a way that is not typical for their age, according to Northwestern Medicine.Many...
OMAHA, Neb. (InvestigateTV) - The biggest barrier for healthier eating isn’t knowing what to cook, it’s simply being able to find fresh food nearby.A lack of access to healthy food can contribute to poor diets, high levels of obesity, and other diet-related diseases, according to the USDA.A new s...
CLARK COUNTY, Wash. (Gray News) - A sheriff’s deputy rescued a toddler who was left in a hot car while temperatures outside were over 90 degrees.According to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Hulsey responded to a 911 call after witnesses reported a small child was alone in a parked vehic...
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(Gray News) – MorningStar Farms has voluntarily recalled two varieties of frozen foods for the possible presence of plastic in the food.The company known for its wide variety of vegetarian and plant-based alternatives is recalling its Buffalo Chikn’n Nuggets and Hot and Spicy Sausage Patties, the...
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WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) – While many people retire in their 60s, retirement is not in the vocabulary of 92-year-old Gilbert Martin. Martin, affectionately known as Mr. Gil, has been working at a Chick-fil-A in Wilmington, North Carolina for the last six years as a dining host.“I make su...
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS/Gray News) - A woman died Monday when a tornado destroyed her home as her neighbor attempted to rescue her.Delores Shelton was killed when the tornado struck her Jefferson County home. Rodney Gass, who had lived next door to Shelton for 35 years, tried to reach her as...
(Gray News) – A group of young adults was cited earlier this month after riding on top of an SUV down the street at 40 mph. The Belle Isle Florida Police Department said in a Facebook post that the driver was issued a citation for reckless driving and a passenger inside the vehicle was cited for ...
(Gray News) – Popular mommy blogger Jill Smokler died at age 48, according to an obituary shared by her family on social media. Smokler, who founded Scary Mommy, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer in 2024.“It’s with broken hearts that we share that Jill passed away this morning...
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MEXICO CITY, Mexico (KMID/KPEJ) - The next time you watch a FIFA World Cup game hosted in Mexico City, you might hear a familiar Texas voice behind the mic. That's because Jeremiah Gallegos, the long-time public address announcer for Austin FC, is in Mexico City, Mexico, serving as the English PA...
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - The Reeves County Sheriff’s Office says multiple victims of human trafficking were rescued during a multi-agency operation in Pecos on June 13, 2026.According to officials, law enforcement executed a search warrant at an adult entertainment establishment in Pecos, where inve...
GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily/Gray News) — A man allegedly stole an elderly woman’s purse and, while fleeing the scene, ran over and killed her, according to prosecutors.Prosecutors said the suspect, Ali Hchaili, has previously targeted elderly victims.On June 20, just before 3 p.m., Hchaili allegedly s...
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompted a rare World Cup weather delay on Monday, when the halftime break during a match between France and Iraq lasted 2 hours, 10 minutes.It was the first rain delay of the tournament and the first time in at least several decades that a World C...
DALLAS, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Michigan head coach Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a deal to make him the next head coach. May is coming off a national championship victory with Michigan after defeating UConn. May replaces Jason Kidd, who led the Mavs for five seasons. Kidd took th...
MIDLAND, TEXAS (KMID/KPEJ)- Nearly two weeks after Ed Scott was killed in the June 12 shooting in Midland, those who knew him best are reflecting on the legacy he leaves behind both on and off the softball field. According to authorities, Scott was among several people shot when a gunman opened f...
Two people were killed and a Midland man was seriously injured in a crash at a Midland County intersection Saturday night, after the driver of a 2005 Chevrolet Colorado failed to yield the right of way at a stop sign.
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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Today marked a special day for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, marking their orientation for incoming residents and fellows. The class includes sixty residents across five accredited residency programs and thirteen fellows entering advanced subspecialt...
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