ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland County Courthouse is set to recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the newest class of volunteers for CASA of West Texas.CASA—Court Appointed Special Advocates—works with children in the foster care system, helping bring consistency during what can ...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Makeup lovers lined up early this past Friday morning outside the first stand-alone Sephora to open in the area, waiting about two hours to get a look inside the new store.The 4,800-square-foot location offers Sephora’s full inventory—more than the smaller Sephora shops loc...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - CASA of West Texas swore in four new members to its organization at the Midland County Courthouse. Each new member has been assigned a foster child; their job will be to help them through the foster care system. "What motivated me is I actually heard about it through ...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/6/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown.
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland County Courthouse is set to recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the newest class of volunteers for CASA of West Texas.CASA—Court Appointed Special Advocates—works with children in the foster care system, helping bring consistency during what can ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Seated outside Midland's Texas Roadhouse on Monday afternoon, Joseph Batson is scorched by the sun, the heat glazing his plate of ribs, bread rolls and strawberry lemonade. But Batson isn't on his lunch break. In fact, Batson, a paramedic with the Midland Fire Departm...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo heard the cheers while walking off the pitch after his final World Cup match for Portugal. The stoic look on his face and his brief wave acknowledging the fans showed this wasn’t the desired outcome.The sixth and final World Cup for the 41-year-old supers...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Today at the Texas Roadhouse in Midland, the Midland County Sheriff’s Office and the Midland Fire Department took a break from fighting crime and fires to compete for a good cause.The restaurant has hosted these charity competitions for several years, and this marks the sec...
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT/Gray News) - The parents of a missing 4-year-old at the center of a days-long search through South Carolina showed “extreme indifference to human life” in connection with the child’s death, contradicting the account given in a 911 call made by the girl’s mother last week, a...
COAHOMA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Former Coahoma Softball players Mia Clemmer and Hannah Wells held their fourth annual softball camp Monday afternoon. The camp had a big turnout, with kids of all ages learning from Clemmer and Wells about what it takes to be great at softball. "The love and support t...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Sunday’s storm left over 10,000 Oncor customers without power in the area. Most outages have been restored, but crews are still working on isolated issues.Once a power outage is reported, Oncor sends troubleshooters to assess the damage and clear the way for crews. Whether ...
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Jeff Davis County Sheriff’s Office and Texas DPS are currently working a major accident on Highway 17 north of Fort Davis.They ask that you avoid the area at this time and seek an alternate route if possible. Authorities appreciate your patience and cooperati...
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - According to the Jeff Davis Sheriff's Office, a major accident has occurred on Highway 17 North. Law enforcement is asking motorists to avoid the area and seek alternate routes if possible. We will continue to update when more information is given.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mikel Merino scored in the first minute of second-half stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to end the World Cup career of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.Merino had just been knocked down, and a foul was called. While Portugal’s Bernardo Silva argued, Merino p...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers and the Midland Police Department need your help identifying two thieves. On June 6, 2026, two men stole various items worth over $715 from one of the Midland H-E-B stores.If you recognize them or know something about this crime, call (432) 694-TIPS ...
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (Gray News) — A K-9 in California was struck and killed by a car after he was spooked by illegal fireworks, officials said.The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said K-9 Santi was home Saturday night and was being kept inside due to fireworks in the area.Around 8:30 p.m., the d...
WARD COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Texas Department of Transportation says crews are working along Interstate 20 east of Monahans. Officials say an eastbound driving lane will be closed from Mile Marker 88 to Mile Marker 94 while crews perform maintenance operations. This is near the Ward-Ector Coun...
PULASKI COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT/Gray News) — A 4-year-old boy from Kentucky died after being injured in a fireworks accident on the Fourth of July, officials said.The Pulaski County Coroner’s Office identified the boy as Rhett Luttrell.The accident happened at about 10 p.m. Saturday while Rhett’s famil...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crime Stoppers are seeking public assistance in identifying two thieves wanted for stealing over $715 worth of items from HEB in early June. The incident occurred on June 6, 2026. + If you have any information regarding these individuals, you are encouraged to...
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday took credit for getting FIFA to review a red card issued against the United States’ star forward Folarin Balogun at the World Cup but said he did not demand an outcome.“All I did was ask for a review,” Trump said when asked about it during an unr...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Police Department reported that calls poured into dispatch during the July 4th holiday weekend. Dispatch reported 214 calls for fireworks in the city between July 2 and July 5. Additionally, Midland Fire Department reported 38 fireworks-related calls from 9 p.m. on...
CLAY COUNTY, MINN. (Valley News Live/Gray News) - A woman is accused of sexually assaulting two infant girls and recording the abuse, after authorities say she emailed prosecutors and offered to turn herself in.Kimberly Faith Christy, 37, is charged in a Minnesota court with two counts of first-d...
Midland police and firefighters responded to hundreds of fireworks-related calls over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, resulting in one person suffering a traumatic injury.
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX/Gray News) - An 18-year-old in Mississippi was found dead after vanishing on the Fourth of July, according to authorities.The body, believed to be that of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, was found around 8:45 a.m. by a park ranger.The sheriff also said the body found d...
Midland Animal Services has reported improvements in their shelter's performance, with an average length of stay of 9.72 days in June 2026, a live-release rate of 75%, and 109 adoptions, 144 transfers, and 13 animals euthanized for space reasons.
(Aging Untold) — On this episode of Aging Untold, Medicare doesn’t always cover what families expect as care needs rise. We break down how to plan ahead. Plus, get tips for successful outings with a loved one living with dementia or cognitive decline, including how to prepare and respond to mood ...
(Gray News) - Frozen blueberries sold at Publix were recalled after they were connected to multiple E. coli cases.On July 3, Publix said that Chilean company Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. initiated the recall of 10-ounce bags of frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries, according to a press re...
SUWANEE, Ga. (Aging Untold) — A Georgia couple says weekly trips to a secondhand bookstore have kept them connected throughout more than 30 years of marriage. Michael and Brooks Breedlove visit Read It Again Books in Suwanee each week to browse for books they haven’t read. “It’s something we can ...
(InvestigateTV) — On the eastern shores of Virginia, Corinne Vincent makes staying fit a priority. She can often be found outside with her service dog, Siggy. And when she’s not feeling well, she makes it a priority to get herself checked out.That’s what she did in February of 2024, visiting a ga...
(Gray News) - Lauren Bennett, a singer best known for her feature on the hit LMFAO song “Party Rock Anthem,” has died. She was 37.Her former band, G.R.L., said Monday in a statement, “It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren.”The statement continued, saying, “Our h...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Monday, July 6th, 2026: It’ll be a hot start to the workweek with isolated showers and thunderstorms possible once again across parts of West Texas and southeast New Mexico through the afternoon and evening hours.High temperatures will warm into t...
BONHAM, Texas (KXII) - A boating crash on Lake Bonham left three boys seriously injured Saturday evening, and a boat operator has been arrested, officials said.The collision happened around 5:30 p.m. The boys—ages 7, 12, and 13—were being towed on a tube when another boat “suddenly turned and t-b...
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - Texas Department of Public Safety state troopers conducted Operation Sand Blast in Pecos and Reeves counties from June 21-27, focusing on highway safety through proactive traffic enforcement and criminal interdiction.Troopers stopped 2,865 vehicles during the operation, issu...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Monday night at Momentum Bank Ballpark fans are invited to cheer on Team USA as they take on Belgium in the World Cup.Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. game.The event is in partnership with West Texas F.C. and Tall City Brewing Co.
(Gray News) - Disneyland welcomed its 1 billionth guest on Friday - an 8-year-old boy who celebrated his birthday.Andres Robles and his parents, Alejandra and Jose Robles, were invited to participate in a ceremony on the Main Street, U.S.A., train station platform.“Welcoming our one billionth gue...
Animal Services is experiencing improvements in 2026 when it comes to average length of stay and the live-release rate.
(InvestigateTV) — More Americans are taking out personal loans to cover everyday expenses, according to new data from LendingTree, with the share of borrowers using loans for basic bills more than doubling in three years.LendingTree found 8.2 percent of Americans now take out personal loans for e...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Banana Ball spent three nights in West Texas this weekend, and in addition to the on-field entertainment, the organization used its platform to honor local foster families through its Banana’s Foster program.Founded in 2023, Banana’s Foster was created to celebrate familie...
(Aging Untold) — Going out for lunch, running errands or visiting family are simple pleasures that matter deeply as we age. But when a loved one is living with dementia or cognitive decline, even a routine outing can feel unpredictable. That fear alone can be enough to keep everyone home, but it ...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Summer fun is still in full swing in the City of Odessa, and all residents wanting to cool down are invited to attend a free pool party this weekend. The event is scheduled for Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Woodson Family Aquatic Center, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., for th...
RITTMAN, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) – Four people were killed, including an officer, after a shooting in Ohio overnight into Monday morning, police said. Rittman police have identifed the deceased officer as Sgt. Scott Ries, a 10-year veteran of the department.Ballinger said that the two other victims...
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