Midland Memorial Hospital has been nationally recognized for excellence in cardiovascular care for six years in a row, receiving two American Heart Association awards for their commitment to applying up-to-date treatment of heart disease and stroke.
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A 50-year-old woman was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon after a man was found suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in Pecos, Texas.
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PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - A Pecos woman was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after a man was found with gunshot wounds in the area of S. Cypress Street.According to the Pecos Police Department, officers were called to the area around 1:21 a.m. Friday after reports of shots being f...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Small donations from Westlake Ace Hardware customers has turned into summer relief for local residents. Over the past several weeks, Midland and Odessa customers have rounded up their purchases to support neighbors in need. The donations added up to over 2,000 dollars, con...
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...
(Aging Untold) — In this episode of Aging Untold: what’s behind hip pain and how to know when it’s time to consider a hip replacement, plus questions to ask before your next appointment. Plus, when clutter becomes a safety risk: the warning signs, why it can escalate quickly, and steps to take be...
Midland Memorial Hospital has been nationally recognized for excellence in cardiovascular care for six years in a row, receiving two American Heart Association awards for their commitment to applying up-to-date treatment of heart disease and stroke.
MECHANICVILLE, N.Y. (WCAX/Gray News) — A grandmother in New York state is suspected of poisoning her daughter and four grandchildren, leading to their deaths.Police were called to Amy Steadman’s home in Mechanicville, New York, for a welfare check Tuesday after neighbors said they had not heard f...
(Aging Untold) — Some people who experience urinary incontinence suffer in silence due to embarrassment and stigma. The good news is that help is available. Understanding the types of incontinence “The definition of incontinence means that you’re losing urine unintentionally,” Dr. Rhea Rogers, a ...
BATON ROUGE, La. (Aging Untold) — Roller skating is surging again, driven in part by social media. Some skaters say the renewed popularity is more than a trend. It’s about freedom, community and a chance to reset. At Skate Galaxy in Baton Rouge, skaters described the rink as a place to focus and ...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Sherwood Family Aquatic Center will be closed June 27 while the City of Odessa holds its annual employee picnic, according to the City of Odessa.Other Odessa pools and spray-grounds will remain open and operate during their normal hours.
Morris Lynn Conner Jr. was arrested for criminal attempt to commit sexual assault after allegedly grabbing and attempting to sexually assault a woman during a domestic disturbance.
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...
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...
(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, 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...
(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 ...
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...
(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) — 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...
(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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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, 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...
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...
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...
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!
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, 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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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, ...
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