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WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Federal agents carried out a pre-dawn raid Monday at the Washington home of Minnesota Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar. The exact location is not being disclosed out of respect for her privacy. It is not immediately clear what homeland security agents were lookin...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Capitol Hill lawmakers have recently been marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month by sharing their stories and pushing for legislation to combat the disease. “So many women, more than 1 in 10 women are going to get breast cancer eventually. And so you want to...
Residents of Big Spring, Sand Springs, and Coahoma will experience temporary water outages starting Tuesday, October 13, as crews repair a major leak on Auburn Avenue....
Odessa Council Member Craig Stoker is conducting a public poll and hosting an upcoming work session on Tuesday, October 13th, to gather community input on whether to keep or remove Flock cameras in the city....
BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Big Spring notifies residents that repairs to a large water leak will start on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. The leak is on Auburn Avenue, and the water line is the same one that supplies water to Sand Springs and Coahoma. Residents in these areas...
(Gray News) - Actor and disability rights activist RJ Mitte, known for his role in “Breaking Bad,” has died. He was 34 years old. Representatives for Mitte confirmed his death on Monday, saying he died in Texas. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of bel...
LADSON, S.C. ( WCSC /Gray News) — New documents are providing insight into the month leading up to the deaths of two toddlers in South Carolina. Two-year-old Emory and 1-year-old Harlow Deacon were found starved to death last week at their Ladson home. Their mother, 31-year-old J...
A low-cost spay and neuter clinic organized by Whiskers and Tails and Ruffneck Rescue is scheduled to provide discounted surgeries and vaccinations for pets in Odessa on October 26-27....
The Petroleum Museum held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday for the installation of a historic Lufkin pumping unit donated by Diamondback Energy.
DURANT, Okla. ( KXII /Gray News) - A 20-year-old father of two was identified as the rail crew worker who died after a railcar derailed in Oklahoma on Wednesday morning. The Bryan County Communications Center received a call Wednesday morning about a railroad incident involving a...
( Aging Untold ) — It’s been a decade since Susan Lehman was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer that develops in plasma cells in the bone marrow. “I trust God with my life and with what he has in his plans for me, and so that gave me a sense of peace,” Lehman sa...
(Gray News) - Rapper Soulja Boy teased a presidential bid on Saturday, calling it “a new chapter” and “a bigger vision.” “SOULJA BOY 2028. A new chapter. A bigger vision. A commitment to creating opportunities for the next generation,” Soulja Boy wrote in an Instagram post. The r...
( Aging Untold ) — Whether it’s a lunch-break jog or training for a marathon, an injury can stop a runner’s progress. Aging Untold expert Amy O’Rourke said proper footwear is the foundation for avoiding injury. “Your shoes are supporting your feet, which is supporting your body. ...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. ( Aging Untold ) — Instructors in North Carolina are hosting “puppy yoga” classes that combine traditional yoga practice with puppies. Jessica Seisay is one of thousands of instructors now hosting the classes, which she said are aimed at bridging two popular inter...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. ( InvestigateTV ) — Diapers are a basic need for many families. Parents already dealing with rising costs for housing, food and transportation can find it hard to keep up with diaper costs. According to a 2026 survey by the National Diaper Bank Network , nearly ha...
PORTLAND, Ore. ( InvestigateTV ) — A new racing simulator center has opened in Portland, giving drivers access to technology used to train professional racers. Driving a racing simulator is harder than it looks, but in the e-sports industry, people who master sim racing are turni...
(Gray News) - President Donald Trump on Saturday suggested renaming the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean. “We could call it Trump Ocean or Ocean of the Americans. Something like that ... We have to. We should have before I get out,” he said. Last year, he renamed the Gulf of Mexico as t...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Odessa College cross-country runner Gage Broomall continues to have his legacy honored with the second annual Gage Broomall 5k fundraiser. Participants of all ages ran the event, including members of the OC cross-country team and Gage's mother, Ashley ...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - Authorities are reporting several deaths since Hurricane Isaias made landfall Friday night in the Florida panhandle. Two people were reportedly killed in Alabama, with a third in Florida due to fallen trees. Rescuers said those numbers could ...
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. ( WIS /Gray News) - Authorities say a Lexington County woman who was found dead after being reported missing over the summer died of natural causes. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher shared the results of Elena Moore’s autopsy during a press conferen...
WATERTOWN, New York ( WWNY /Gray News) - A 17-year-old has been living in North Country hospitals since August because the system allegedly has nowhere else for her to go. “This is a hard situation to be in for everybody,” Rebecca Simser, the teen’s lawyer, said. Living without a...
NASHVILLE ( WVLT /Gray News) - Christa Pike has been discharged from a hospital and returned to the Tennessee prison where she has been housed for more than 30 years, her attorneys said. Pike is receiving continued medical care at the Deborah K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center, acc...
(Gray News) - A 12-year-old girl died after drinking a Twix milkshake, according to multiple reports. On Thursday, Oct. 8, an investigation into the death of Mia Shay St Hilaire at Inner South London Coroner’s Court concluded that she suffered a severe allergic reaction after dri...
LADSON, S.C. ( WCSC /Gray News) — South Carolina authorities released body camera footage this week showing a mother and her daughters weeks before the two girls were found dead inside the home. The footage offers the clearest look yet at daily life inside the Ladson-area home, w...
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - The Eagles defended their home turf in the district opener. It was a hard fought game by both team. Pecos and Big Spring traded scores until the final whistle. Ultimately, the Eagles flew away with a 33-24 win. The victory pushed Pecos to 1-0 in district pla...
WINK, Texas (KOSA) - The Wildcats remained undefeated following their first district contest. It was a big night for Wink brothers Layne & Kolt Lusby. The two of them connected for three touchdowns against the Braves. Iraan had no answer for the Wildcat offense, resulting in the ...
COAHOMA, Texas (KOSA) - It was the start of district play for both the Coahoma Bulldogs and Alpine Bucks. Coahoma, during their homecoming game, made it a point to show their strength with great offensive production. This carried them into the 49-17 win, starting the Bulldogs’ di...
COLUMBIA, S.C. ( WIS /Gray News) - Several concerts featuring Grammy winners Usher and Chris Brown have been abruptly canceled. The two were set to bring their R&B tour to Columbia on Oct. 29 at Williams-Brice Stadium, but the date was one of the events suddenly removed Friday fr...
(Gray News) - A federal judge has granted final approval to AT&T’s $177 million settlement involving breaches that exposed customers’ personal information. Last year, AT&T reached a combined $177 million settlement over two data breaches that were disclosed in 2024 and establishe...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - President Trump will not be attending the Alabama-Georgia game Saturday as originally planned. According to the White House, the president canceled his visit to Saturday’s highly anticipated college football game in Tuscaloosa as Hurricane Is...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - On Thursday, October 8th, the community of Odessa came together to kick off the festivities and prepare for the upcoming Día de los Muertos Festival that's taking place in the city. The event last night took place at the Golden Oak Venue on 415 N. Gran...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Texas Tech enters its bye week undefeated at 5-0, but the Red Raiders know there is still plenty to improve on with seven regular-season games remaining. Texas Tech is coming off a 29-7 win over Colorado, a game where the Red Raiders held the Buffaloe...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Permian Panthers have a lot of weapons on offense, especially wide receivers and running backs. Twin brothers Mark and Matt Herrera are in their senior season, and Mark said the running backs have played a big part in MOJO's success. "We got a thre...
(Gray News) - Officials issued a desperate plea as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast with possible “devastating” winds. Florida Sen. Rick Scott encouraged residents in designated areas to evacuate as soon as possible and warned in a social media post: “This is your LAST ...
TOMAHAWK, Wis. ( WSAW /Gray News) - A Wisconsin couple says they are having to adjust their life after losing hundreds of thousands of dollars to someone they considered a close friend. Brian and Jeanine Tesch said they have been left with barely any money in their accounts thank...
(Gray News) - Conservative commentator Katie Zacharia has reportedly been offered the position of White House press secretary following Karoline Leavitt’s departure. According to multiple reports, Zacharia, a communications adviser for President Donald Trump’s Truth Social plat...
MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA /Gray News) - Verizon is offering affected customers in parts of Alabama, Florida and Mississippi unlimited domestic calling, texting and data from Oct. 9 through Oct. 15 as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast. The offer applies automatically to active ...
( Aging Untold ) — On this episode of Aging Untold , we explore the courage, newfound freedom and unique challenges of coming out later in life. Plus, find out how opting for out-of-pocket medical care works and why paying cash on purpose makes sense for some patients. We also in...
(Gray News/AP) – When hurricanes tear through Southeastern towns, the hot meals and bold yellow signs of the local Waffle House provide another kind of comfort. If a Waffle House stays open in town, even in a limited capacity, neighbors are reassured that the coming storm is unli...
( InvestigateTV ) — For a young adult stepping into college or a first job, financial decisions can feel overwhelming. Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with US PIRG, said that makes financial planning for teens and young adults especially important. “We’re kind of assuming here...
( Aging Untold ) — Missing jury duty can come with real consequences, including fines and jail time. Scammers have taken advantage of that real fear, often posing as law enforcement to scare victims into handing over personal information, money or both. In Arizona, one woman hope...
(Gray News) - Hurricane Isaias is forecast to miss the oil industry’s biggest hubs along the Gulf Coast but could still nudge fuel prices higher if it triggers power outages that shut down refineries for processing crude, according to industry experts. An extended shutdown of ref...
( Aging Untold ) — Health care can get complicated fast, and not all doctors take the same approach. Some are moving away from traditional insurance models to spend more time with patients and focus on root causes and long-term wellness. That shift can mean paying out of pocket, ...
CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Ditka, who personified the toughness and grit of Chicago in a Hall of Fame career as a player and coach of the Bears and the leader of arguably the most dominant team in NFL history, has died. He was 86. Ditka’s family announced the death on Friday in a statem...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ( InvestigateTV ) - Emily Rodgers is 12. She loves tumbling, the color pink and her best friend. This seventh grader measures time in 21-day increments. “I come here every three weeks, and this is my 194th blood transfusion,” Emily said. Emily has beta thalassemi...
ST. LOUIS, Mo. ( InvestigateTV ) - We rely on natural gas and electricity every day to heat and light our homes. But one mistake underground can turn an energy source into an instant threat. In 2024, the country saw more than 83,000 reports of damage to gas and electrical lines. ...
( Aging Untold ) — Choosing between Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, and traditional Medicare can feel overwhelming, especially when health needs and budgets don’t always point to the same answer. The Aging Untold experts are walking you through what families sh...
MYRTLE BEACH, SC ( InvestigateTV ) - The monarch butterfly, known for its vibrant orange and deep black hues, is dangerously close to disappearing forever. A 2026 report from the Center for Biological Diversity found the migratory eastern monarch remains vulnerable to extinction....
( Aging Untold ) — As we get older, our bodies can have a harder time absorbing key vitamins and minerals — and the warning signs are easy to miss. The Aging Untold hosts are breaking down which vitamin deficiencies are most common in older adults, what to watch for and what to a...
WAUSAU, Wis. ( WSAW /Gray News) — The Wausau, Wisconsin, community is showing support after a donation box for a 4-year-old with cerebral palsy was stolen. The former owner of Townline Market has raised money for his grandson for years. “Someone saw the opportunity to go take a l...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Classic Amphicars — vehicles that drive on land and “swim” in water — gathered at Put-in-Bay, Ohio for a club meetup. Built in Germany between 1961 and 1968, the rare cars require both their land and water drive systems working in sync, making a fully funct...
PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. ( WALA /Gray News) - Hurricane Isaias will soon impact the Gulf Coast, and many people in Florida wanted to make one last trip to see Pensacola Beach up close before the weather takes a turn. Stephanie Dzugan, a visitor, said she was explaining the situation...
LORAIN COUNTY, Ohio ( WOIO /Gray News) — The owner of an animal hospital and an alleged accomplice have been indicted in what prosecutors describe as a prescription drug scheme that used a dead dog’s name to obtain narcotics. A Lorain County grand jury indicted Dr. Kris L. Taylor...
( NHTSA /Gray News) - The government is updating its standards for LED headlights and other standards related to driver safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) made the announcement on Oct. 6. According to the agency, it will consult safety advocates, t...
(Gray News) - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called the name of Hurricane Isaias “not normal.” Isaias, which is pronounced “ee-sah-EE-ahs,” is the Spanish form of the name Isaiah. “I don’t know how to pronounce this, because it’s not normal,” DeSantis said. “I’m calling it Isaiah. You...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump on Thursday announced new investments in artificial intelligence, aimed at maintaining American leadership in the technology. Trump made the announcement at the U.S. Institute of Peace. The White House called the announcement an histo...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - As Hurricane Isaias remains on track for a potential Alabama landfall, the University of Alabama announced that ESPN’s College GameDay is moving indoors. Hurricane Isaias is projected to make landfall late Friday night or early Saturday morni...
( InvestigateTV ) — Borrowers who have been in the SAVE forbearance plan for the past several years are now receiving notices requiring them to leave the plan and choose a new repayment option. The personalized 90-day notices come from loan servicers and began going out in July, ...
( Aging Untold ) — On this episode of Aging Untold, we explore how family health history can help doctors spot medical risks early and shape a more personalized path for your care. Plus, find out how creating an “anti-bucket list” can help you let go of guilt, grudges and obligat...
