Simple solutions when cooking feels like a chore
(Aging Untold) — Cooking can become harder with age or after a major life change, especially when you’re cooking for one. Nearly three in 10 Americans 65 and older live alone, and for women 75 and old
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Downtown Midland lane closures begin
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A section of Main Street in Midland will be closed this weekend, followed by a series of downtown lane closures beginning June 30 tied to the construction of the Omni Hotel, according to the City of Midland.A lane on Main Street between Texas Avenue and Wall Street will be...
Meet Mama Cat, the therapy feline at Centers for Children and Families
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Centers for Children and Families has been serving the Permian Basin since 1957, and its most high-ranking employee arrived almost by accident.She wandered on to the property a little over eight years ago and employees kept her around to keep mice and critters away, but sh...
The lingering war: Vietnam vets’ battle over Agent Orange
(Aging Untold)— Fifty years have passed since the end of the Vietnam War, but for countless veterans, the fight never truly ended.It’s a battle that has moved from the jungles of Southeast Asia to the quiet rooms of VA hospitals and the cold, sterile pages of government paperwork. For these men, ...
Midland Health Services hosting free HIV testing day
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - National HIV Testing Day is June 29, and Midland Health Services is offering free HIV testing by appointment.HIV testing is the only way to know your status. Many people with HIV don’t have symptoms at first, and early detection helps connect people to treatment that can h...
Simple solutions when cooking feels like a chore
(Aging Untold) — Cooking can become harder with age or after a major life change, especially when you’re cooking for one. Nearly three in 10 Americans 65 and older live alone, and for women 75 and older, it’s closer to half, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The loss of motivation to cook can ...
Elderly man surrenders after standoff at VA clinic in Fort Stockton
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - An elderly man surrendered peacefully Thursday after authorities responded to a report of an armed individual at a VA clinic in Fort Stockton, according to the Pecos County Sheriff’s Office.The Pecos County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were notified at about 3:35 p.m. that...
The steps to take after a dementia diagnosis
(Aging Untold) —A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, especially when you start asking: What happens next? What’s normal, and what can be done right now? Start with clarity — and bring another set of ears Dr. Rhea Rogers, a board-certified physician, said one of the first practical steps is...
InvestigateTV+: Tattoo regret leads to removal
(InvestigateTV) — InvestigateTV+ examines a rise in tattoo regret and the growing demand for removal, including a police officer who views erasing some of his ink as closing a chapter of his life. Then, a family shares a powerful message about the importance of organ donation. And a retired Boein...
How to know when it’s time for hip replacement surgery
(Aging Untold) — Hip replacement surgery isn’t the same as it was 20 years ago. The American College of Rheumatology says about half a million hip replacements are done in the U.S. each year, and the procedure is considered one of the most reliably effective surgeries for pain relief and improved...
FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, June 26th, 2026
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) -FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, June 26th, 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 90s and 100s. Midl...
Midland athlete is shooting for gold at Special Olympics USA Games
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Ashton Crocker is making his mark on the national stage this week at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, and he’s ready to bring home the gold with Team Texas.The USA Games are bringing together nearly 3,000 athletes from all 50 states competing across 16 t...
Two men caught on camera stealing boots in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers is asking for help identifying two men accused of taking boots from Boot Barn.According to the Midland Police Department, on June 15, the two men entered Boot Barn at 812 E I-20. While inside, both men selected and tried on a pair of boots, then left...
West Odessa firefighters getting major gear upgrade
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Ector County Emergency Services District No. 1 Board unanimously approved nearly $89,000 for critical protective equipment for the West Odessa Volunteer Fire Department during its June 18 meeting.The funding will go toward bunker gear, commonly known as turnout ge...
Brothers are accused of mishandling remains at Colorado funeral home
PUEBLO, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - Charges have been filed against a pair of Colorado mortuary owners accused of mishandling the remains of at least two dozen deceased people.The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the 10th Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced the charges against Br...
Brothers are accused of mishandling remains of two dozen people at Colorado funeral home
PUEBLO, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - Charges have been filed against a pair of Colorado mortuary owners accused of mishandling the remains of two dozen deceased people.The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the 10th Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced the charges against Brian Lee C...
Turkey beats US 3-2 with last-gasp goal as Americans look ahead to World Cup knockout stage
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The United States only wanted to get through its final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkey was playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament.Both teams got what they wanted most out of their meaningless m...
Texas Tech student sued by TTU System over trademark infringement
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A song born from a moment of chaos at a Texas Tech football game has become the subject of a trademark lawsuit filed by the University System.The story began during the Red Raiders’ non-conference game against Oregon State last season. Friends of Cade Brunson ran onto Cody...
7-day forecast +3: the summer sizzle continues
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - June 25, 2026, here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. "Alright West Texas, let’s talk heat — because it is NOT letting up!” That’s your 7-day Forecast +3! Staying on top of your weather forecast is easy—just visit YourBasin.com or download th...
17-year-old volunteer firefighter in ICU after head-on crash
ARIEL, Wash. (KPTV/Gray News) – A 17-year-old volunteer firefighter is recovering after he was involved in a head-on crash.Riggin Bliss was on his way home from another job when everything changed in an instant.“We got a page on the radio, just like any other crash,” said Nick Huesties, Chief of ...
Towing company owner accused of repossessing dozens of vehicles illegally. Investigators reveal alleged scheme
PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT/Gray News) - The owner of a towing company in Arkansas is facing multiple felony charges tied to what investigators are describing as a large-scale fraud scheme.Greene County District Court Judge Curtis Hitt found probable cause Wednesday to charge Heather Patterson, 45. She...
Midland College promotes Angel Castro to assistant athletic director, Liv Garza to head softball coach
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The two Lady Chaps will take on new roles for the 2026-2027 school year. Midland College announced the promotions in a press release yesterday. Angel Castro took over Midland College Softball in 2020 and has had a successful tenure as head coach. She finishes her time with...
Midland's Ashton Crocker set to compete for gold at 2026 USA Games
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (KMID/KPEJ) - Team Midland's Ashton Crocker has been at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis this week, competing with Team Texas. The USA Games include nearly 3,000 athletes from all 50 states competing across 16 team and individual sports. Crocker is the lon...
Woman found dead inside her vehicle days after family reported her missing
CASTLE ROCK, Wash. (KPTV/Gray News) - A woman who went missing after leaving an acquaintance’s home in Washington state has been found dead. According to Cowlitz County deputies, the family of Loretta “Lori” Evelyn Moore, 55, reported her missing last Saturday after she did not return home the ni...
West Texas gears up for 4th of July festitvities
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - As we are a little over a week away from the 4th of July and the country's 250th birthday, both Midland and Odessa are preparing for the patriotic festivities. Watch the video above as city leaders tell us what to expect!
Ohio Supreme Court declines to review Mackenzie Shirilla’s case
CLEVELAND (WOIO/Gray News) - The Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday declined a request to review Mackenzie Shirilla’s post-conviction appeals, ruling the petition was filed late and the trial court lacked jurisdiction to excuse the delay.Shirilla was convicted in 2023 of murder in the deaths of her bo...
Odessa College names Bryce Waters as permanent golf coach
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Odessa College has named Bryce Waters, the Wrangler, as the permanent Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach. A press release from Odessa College can be found below: Beginning in February of 2026, Waters began working with the team as the interim head coach, leading the tea...
Former UTPB safety Coby Calvin leads The Tall City Black Gold defense
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The roster build of the Tall City Black Gold has players from across the state, and even the country, but the leader of the defense comes from the Permian Basin. Safety Coby Calvin brings five years of college football to the table, where he spent 2019-2022 at Wagner ...
Supreme Court blocks Roundup weed killer lawsuit
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked a lawsuit alleging that Roundup weed killer causes cancer, shielding the product’s manufacturer Monsanto from failure-to-warn claims. In a 7-2 decision, the court ruled against Missouri resident John Durnell, who claimed that Roundup ca...
West Texas churches collecting donations for Venezuela and Cuba
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Recent earthquakes in Venezuela and Cuba have caused the imaginable. Many families are still searching for their loved ones, while others begin to mourn their own. Venezuelans are currently dealing with the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes that injured thousands and ki...
FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, June 26th, 2026
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, June 26th, 2026: Hot and mostly sunny conditions continue into Friday, with isolated showers and thunderstorms once again.On Friday morning, I do expect most to wake up to rain-free conditions with temperatures in the 70s. With that said, ...
Grab your funnel cake: Great American State Fair kicks off
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The National Mall has transformed into the Great American State Fair as part of America250, celebrating nation’s birthday. The event features displays and attractions from all 50 states, including a 110-foot Ferris wheel. Freedom250, the Trump-aligned organization behind th...
Subcontractor dies in workplace accident at Odessa College
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A subcontractor working on a construction project at Odessa College died Tuesday, June 23, following a workplace accident at the Odessa campus.In a statement from Odessa College, the college said the construction site was immediately secured and work in the affected area ha...
Help needed to find hit-and-run driver in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crimestoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying the driver of a truck involved in a hit-and-run accident. According to Midland Crimestoppers, the incident occurred on June 21, 2026, at approximately 3:56 am, when a white Ford F150 was southbound in t...
Odessa College joins Quality Matters for online learning success
Odessa College has joined Quality Matters, an international leader in quality assurance for online learning, to help develop engaging and accessible online courses that meet the needs of OC students.
Man charged with assault accidentally called 911 on way to alleged crime, authorities say
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) - North Carolina authorities say a man has been arrested for assault with an accidental call to 911 helping lead to his arrest.A warrant issued June 23 in New Hanover County charges Jahzail Shamon Grady, 19, with two felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon ...
Have you seen this man? Midland Crimestoppers seeks help to ID patio furniture thief
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crimestoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying a man wanted for stealing approximately $500 worth of patio furniture. The man below was last seen driving a Black Ford F150 Raptor with aftermarket wheels. If you have any information regarding the ide...
Crimestoppers seeks help finding man wanted for child injury
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crimestoppers is seeking public assistance in locating 20-year-old Joseph Coleman. Coleman is wanted for Injury To A Child. If you have any information on the whereabouts of Coleman, you are urged to contact Midland Crimestoppers.
FIRST ALERT 7 INVESTIGATES: Documentary examines deadly Midland crash
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...
US Mint releases special coins for America’s 250th anniversary
ST. LOUIS (KMOV/Gray News) - The U.S. Mint is marking America’s 250th anniversary with special coins featuring images of American history.The commemorative collection includes five special quarters for this year.“You have a Mayflower design here, Independence Hall here, the Liberty Bell,” said Ch...
Amarillo vets share how to manage anxiety in animals for July 4 events
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Area experts are sharing a few solutions to keep pets and livestock calm during a noisy night of July 4 celebrations and fireworks in the Panhandle. Owners should check fences and gates to make sure they are secure. Less-experienced owners of horses and other livestock lo...