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You listened, and you voted! And now, it’s almost time to see who won The Star-Spangled Sing-Off!Gray stations around the country accepted Star-Spangled vocal submissions, and you voted for your favor
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(Gray News) - Buc-ee’s appears to be looking at expanding its national footprint with more than a dozen planned new locations.The Texas-based convenience store chain, known for its massive travel centers and expansive selection of snacks and merchandise, has listed 15 new store locations expected...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s help finding a 20-year-old man wanted on an injury to a child charge.According to Crime Stoppers, Joseph Coleman is wanted for injury to a child.If you tip lead to an arrest you could earn a reward of up to $500.Submit a t...
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) — A former Nebraska brain surgeon awaiting trial for sexual assault of a child plans to plead insanity.Travis Tierney was one of several men accused of repeatedly sneaking into the basement of a west Omaha home to sexually assault a 15-year-old.Investigators accused h...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of stealing about $500 worth of patio furniture from a home.According to crime stoppers, the suspect stole around $500 worth of patio furniture before leaving the area in a black Ford F-150 Ra...
(InvestigateTV) — Increasing your credit score takes time, but it can be done.Personal finance expert Sara Rathner with NerdWallet said the number one way to raise a credit score is to pay all bills on time, every month.“At least the minimum amount due and in the case of your credit cards, the mo...
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Once again in 2026, the Texas Panhandle Sports Network and Newschannel 10 will be the exclusive livestreaming source for Amarillo and Canyon ISD football games. Below is the game schedule for the upcoming season. All home games will be video streamed, with select home gam...
You listened, and you voted! And now, it’s almost time to see who won The Star-Spangled Sing-Off!Gray stations around the country accepted Star-Spangled vocal submissions, and you voted for your favorite local singers! Then, our voters had the chance to choose their favorite regional voice! The f...
Midland ISD announced that 116 students have earned 2026 College Board National Recognition Awards, a 22% increase from last year, due to their strong PSAT and Advanced Placement exam scores and academic achievement.
PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. (WHNS/Gray) - A retired county employee in South Carolina was killed when the lawn mower he was riding went off a cliff.Officials said officers responded Tuesday at about 9:05 p.m. to a home in Pickens County. The Pickens County Coroner’s Office reported the victim, identifie...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, June 25th, 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 to scattered storm chances continuing, mainly across the northern Permian Bas...
(Aging Untold) — In this episode of Aging Untold, we break down why every caregiver needs a backup plan and how to protect a loved one when you can’t be there. Plus, the latest age-friendly car features designed to keep you driving longer and more safely. Then, medical myths about genetics and di...
(WXIX/Gray News) - Kroger is expanding its reward program, offering a new way for customers to save.For more than two decades, the Kroger fuel rewards program has allowed customers to save at the pump. But now, the program is expanding to in-store savings.Kroger members can now start redeeming th...
POST, Texas (KCBD) - A Garza County jury sentenced Jody Hernandez to life in prison after he was found guilty of murder. Hernandez was sentenced in the 106th District Court. In addition to his sentence, Hernandez must pay a $10,000 fine.Wednesday, June 24A man from Post was found guilty of murder...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Looking for last-minute weekend plans? The City of Odessa Parks and Recreation has you covered.The city is hosting a free showing of “A Minecraft Movie” at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 26 at Lions Club Park (4341 Esmond Drive, Odessa, Texas 79762).Officials say attendees are encou...
ALLIANCE, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - The mother of a 14-year-old boy accused of shooting a 15-year-old girl in the head is charged with tampering with evidence.Erin Barker, 47, is charged with tampering with evidence. Barker’s bond is set at $25,000. Police said Barker’s 14-year-old son used her gun...
The opening of the Diamondback Energy Athletic Complex created by the Midland Athletic Syndicate is incredibly important to Midland.
BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - A father has been arrested after his 14-year-old daughter, who was the subject of a statewide Amber Alert, was found safe.According to Big Spring Police Department, 48-year-old Steven D’Wayne Rich was taken into custody and faces a charge of interference with child cust...
BREWSTER COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A multi-agency operation in Pecos led to the rescue of seven human trafficking victims and the arrest of 24 people, according to the Reeves County Sheriff’s Office.Investigators said the discovery was made during a June 13 search warrant execution at El Ranchito Ni...
WASHINGTON (Aging Untold) — An after-school program in Washington is using affirmations, art and storytelling to help children build confidence and a strong sense of self. The program is run by a nonprofit called FAN! Josephine Mazych said it stands for Fihankra Akoma Ntoaso, which means “safe pl...
(Aging Untold) — People who think family history makes disease inevitable may still be able to reduce their risk, according to a Penn State study examining how genetics and environmental factors influence health. The research looked at how genes and environmental factors — including air pollution...
MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A one-hour documentary examines the events that led to a deadly crash on June 1, 2026 in Midland involving Roberto Pando III and the deaths of James Baker and Anderson Aguilar.First Alert 7 Investigates uses exclusive interviews, court records and affidavits to exam...
McCAMEY, Texas (KOSA)- McCamey ISD and local law enforcement are investigating threatening text messages reportedly sent by students.In a post, the district said the messages are under investigation and the case has been turned over to law enforcement. Officers are on campus as a precaution to he...
(InvestigateTV) — A view from above gives first responders a new perspective on how to save lives. From rescues to arrests, InvestigateTV+ reveals how drones can help law enforcement, and addresses the privacy concerns that come with cameras in the sky. Plus, why a playground accident-turned-medi...
Law enforcement is investigating after students allegedly sent threatening text messages, prompting an increased police presence on campus at McCamey Independent School District.
(Aging Untold) — As we age, our needs behind the wheel can change. Newer vehicles, including cars with driver-assist technology, may make driving easier for older adults, but they still require thoughtful decision-making, according to the Aging Untold experts. Self-driving technology, but with li...
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH/Gray News) - A man was killed in a crash involving a semitruck driven by a 15-year-old on Saturday. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a semitruck hauling a trailer was traveling on County Road 430 when it hit a 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe at an intersection around 7 p.m. Both vehicles w...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa College has been named a winner of the 2026 Blackboard Catalyst Award for Training & Professional Development, recognizing the college’s work to build student-focused learning experiences through technology.Blackboard presents awards each year to schools and individu...
ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - More details have been shared about the crash that killed one man and seriously injured a DPS trooper in Alpine. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, on June 23 at 7:36 a.m., a GMC Sierra pickup truck was driving west on U.S. 67 and a Chevrolet Tahoe patrol v...
STARKE, Fla. (WCJB/Gray News) – A horse is recovering after firefighters rescued it when it overheated inside a trailer.Crews with Bradford County Fire Rescue immediately started helping the owner care for the horse as more resources were called. Dr. Mike Ricker, a veterinarian, responded to the ...
CALIFORNIA CITY, Calif. (Gray News) – A 12-year-old boy was found dead in a lake after being attacked by two dogs, Mayor Marquette Hawkins said in a press release.Officers were called Thursday evening to respond to reports that four children had been attacked by two dogs and that the boy had trie...
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU/Gray Media) – A small plane made an emergency landing Monday in the Brooks Range, shortly after taking off from Coldfoot for Anaktuvuk Pass. According to the NTSB, the pilot reported the engine began surging and making an unusual whiny or groaning sound before the aircraft...
(Gray Media) - For billions of fans, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is more than a tournament, it’s personal.“Game and Glory” traveled to the world’s most soccer-obsessed nations to explore what drives that devotion: the rituals passed down through families, the rivalries that divide cities, and the raw...
(Gray Media) - For billions of fans, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is more than a tournament, it’s personal. “Game and Glory” traveled to the world’s most soccer-obsessed nations to explore what drives that devotion: the rituals passed down through families, the rivalries that divide cities, and the ra...
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WITN/Gray News) – The remains of a missing 84-year-old woman were found in North Carolina earlier this month.Swansboro police said an autopsy confirmed that remains found on June 15 were those of Katy Hiatt, who had last been seen in October. She was reported missing on Jan...
BREWSTER COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - A Monahans man died on Tuesday from a head-on collision with a Texas DPS trooper at US 67 in Brewster County. According to the Texas DPS, Erik Alberto Hernandez, 28 years old, was traveling westbound on US 67 when, for reasons unknown," drove into the eastboun...
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday on Wednesday during a World Cup that, at least for now, has brought him nothing but joy: Defending champion Argentina has already qualified for the knockout stage, and its captain has become the tournament’s career scoring leader.Messi ...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Hotter West Texas days mean mostly higher electric bills in the Summer. While temperatures climb across the Permian Basin, you don't have to break the bank to stay cool. According to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average Texas electric bill ...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Lawmakers unveiled a new time capsule on Capitol Hill Wednesday to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.The time capsule, dubbed the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule, was created by a law passed in February to pres...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Thanks to the U.S.-Iran interim peace agreement, crude oil has once again continued to flow through the Strait of Hormuz. And that has led to a further decline worldwide in oil prices.With the strait now reopened to all cargo ships, the price of crude fell roughly four perc...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Midland College Athletics department announced staffing changes this afternoon, as head softball coach Angel Castro is promoted to the Assistant Athletic Director role, and assistant coach Liv Garza becomes head coach. Castro led the Lady Chaps for six seasons, an...
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