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More than 20,000 convicted sex offenders removed from state’s sex offender registry. Here’s why
LANSING, Mich. ( WILX /Gray News) - Thousands of convicted sex offenders have been removed from Michigan’s sex offender registry According to the Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office , the removals follow a Michigan Supreme Court ruling that determined that those who commit...
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Ector County ISD libraries get makeover
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Ector County ISD and The Education Foundation of Odessa are working together to give school libraries in the district a new look. A ribbon-cutting event took place today at Murray Fly Elementary, where students saw the first of these new changes. "Ever...
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Murry Fly Elementary completes refreshed library
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Murry Fly Elementary has completed a refreshed library, giving students a space to read, create and learn. The project is part of a $1 million investment with the Education Foundation aimed at providing Ector County Independent School District students with...
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VA awards $7.5 million in suicide prevention grants to Texas organizations
BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $7.5 million in grants to 15 community organizations that provide suicide prevention services to veterans in Texas. The funding is part of $112 million in grants awarded to 191 organizations nationwide to suppo...
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Heavy Rainfall brings risk of Flash Flooding starting this evening continuing through at least Wednesday
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A Flood Watch will go into effect starting this evening through late Tuesday night across portions of West Texas and southeast New Mexico along with the threat of severe thunderstorms with strong winds and an isolated tornado SUMMARY A cold front is forecas...
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10th Annual Recycle Fashion Show brings "Rebirth in Pink" to Odessa
Keep Odessa Beautiful is scheduled to host its 10th Annual Recycle Fashion Show on October 16, 2026, featuring runway designs made from recycled materials to support local beautification programs....
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Second-annual Veterans Celebration to take place Nov. 7
Midland Veterans Partnership has announced the day will include a parade, concert, fireworks and a flyover.
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Odessa police need help identifying woman accused of stealing from HEB
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman who is accused of stealing from the HEB. According to Odessa police, a woman stole cosmetics from the HEB. If you have any information call, Detective M. Troglin at 432-284-2012 or Odessa...
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Authorities question stalking suspect’s explanation for bones, jar labeled John Wayne Gacy’s brain found
FOND DU LAC, Wis. ( WBAY /Gray News) - A judge lowered the bond for the man in Wisconsin accused of stalking his ex for 13 years, having human skulls and John Wayne Gacy brain in a jar. Benjamin Larson, 47, was originally charged with stalking in Dane County. During the investiga...
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Police seek help identifying woman stealing from Odessa HEB
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying a female suspect wanted for theft. According to OPD, the suspect stole cosmetics from the HEB located at 3801 E. 42nd St. If you recognize the suspect or have any information, you...
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Ector County Elections Office closed for rest of day after rain damage
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Ector County Elections Office will be closed the for the rest of the day, Sept. 29, due to heavy rainfall damage. The elections office, located at Ector County Annex, 1010 E. 8th Street, will be temporary closed while repairs to the affected area are do...
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Senate passes bill to reshape future of college sports
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act Monday night, with a final vote of 77 to 22, after a series of votes on seven different amendments. The bill addresses how colleges and universities pay their players and what athletes can and cannot leg...