(Gray News) - Parents across the U.S. are taking baby-name inspiration straight from the map — and one Southern city is leading the trend. A new analysis of federal data finds “Charlotte” is America’s most popular city-inspired baby name, with 12,564 babies given the name in 2024. That total incl...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Texas DPS honored the life and service of DPS Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez with a monument ceremony in Midland. Trooper Vasquez tragically lost his life battling injuries he had suffered in 2024 when his patrol car was hit by another vehicle. "Being ...
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STANTON, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The town of Stanton was excited to come together as a community and break ground on the newest addition to their local economy. A new plaza broke ground on September 16th, and members of the community could not have been more excited. The Economic Dev...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - The cause of death has been revealed for Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith, according to multiple reports. The 29-year-old died from an accidental drug overdose, Rolling Stone reported. Officials found ketamine, alcohol, nicotine, and ...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a robbery. According to reports, on September 8, 2026, at approximately 9:36 am, officers were dispatched to the 4600 block of St. Andrews in reference to a burgl...
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WINKLER COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - According to the Winkler County Sheriff's Office, a fatal accident occurred this evening at South State Highway 18 Cross Roads 401 Mile Marker 336. Fire responders are at the scene as South State Highway 18 is closed. Officials advise motorists...
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WICHITA, Kan. ( KWCH /Gray News) - Authorities in Kansas say a homicide investigation is underway after a body was found in a suitcase at a Wichita fire station. The investigation began Wednesday night when the Wichita Fire Department requested that police respond after two peopl...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, September 18th, 2026: Highs remain very warm, and skies remain sunny to wrap up this week. A cool front brings heat levels down and rain chances late this weekend into next week! FRIDAY Another very warm day is on tap for ...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - An ECISD school bus crashed in south Odessa Thursday afternoon outside the La Promesa Apartments near Monahans Street and South Crane Avenue. Watch the moment an Ector County ISD school bus crashes into multiple vehicles in front of an apartment complex: EX...
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(Gray News) - Pints of So Delicious Dairy Free frozen dessert are being recalled because they may have small stones or other hard objects inside. The recall includes pints of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert that were sold in stores nationwi...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A 23-year-old Odessa woman has been indicted for manslaughter following the death of her infant child in a bathtub incident. Sienna Herrera left her infant child in a bathtub with two other children and left them unsupervised for an extended period of time ...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) — With the Nov. 3 election approaching, the Ector County Elections Office welcomed the public to see firsthand how voting equipment operates and ensure residents have confidence that every ballot counts. During every election cycle, the office hosts a public ...
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WALKER, La. ( WAFB /Gray News) - A Louisiana woman is facing dozens of animal cruelty charges after authorities say they discovered nearly 40 cats and kittens suffering in extreme heat without food or water inside an area business. Madison Rebecca Colello, 29, surrendered to auth...
