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West Highway 90 closed in Alpine after bridge barrier damaged
ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - West Highway 90 is closed after a bridge barrier was hit early Tuesday morning. The Alpine Police Department said the barrier was struck around 4:30 a.m., causing damage to the repair the barrier. Officials have not said when the highway will reopen. Driver...
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Fundraiser planned for family of fallen Odessa firefighter
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa Fire Rescue is holding a fundraiser to support the family of Firefighter Eric Handlin , whose end of watch was Sept. 4. The fundraiser will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Fannin Terrace Baptist Church, 2800 Mogford St. in Midland. Organizers are selling...
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Three men arrested after crossing border in Presidio County
PRESIDIO COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) -Three men were arrested after entering the United States illegally in Presidio County. U.S. Border Patrol said agents from the Vanhorn Station took the three men into custody. According to Border Patrol, all three are being arrested for illegal reen...
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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Tuesday, October 20th, 2026: It will be another pleasant day across West Texas and southeast New Mexico with lots of sunshine, quiet conditions and warm temperatures. Changes are ahead by the weekend as another system looks to mov...
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Pecos residents may experience low water pressure
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - Some Pecos residents may experience low water pressure while crews work on a water line Tuesday. Town of Pecos City said the work will affect residents near 3rd Street (Business I-20) and Pecan Street. Crews are installing a new valve, which could affect wat...
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Medical debt is rising for older adults — how to push back before you pay
( Aging Untold ) — Medical debt is a growing problem for older Americans. About 8 million people ages 50 to 64 — roughly 1 in 8 — had medical debt in 2023, according to AARP. We are breaking down what to do before you pay a single bill, and where to turn for help. Ask for the bil...
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InvestigateTV+: America’s aging fire trucks
( InvestigateTV ) — America’s fire trucks are aging out of service and departments are waiting years for new rigs. InvestigateTV+ takes an in-depth look at how customizing fleets could be slowing the process, and the solution to get life-saving vehicles in your community faster. ...
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83-year-old nursing assistant brings decades of compassion
RUTLAND, Vt. ( InvestigateTV ) - Inside the Rutland Regional Medical Center there’s a staff of caregivers, including Barb Amsden, who has walked the halls for nearly half a century. “Work is my thing,” Amsden said. The year was 1978, Jimmy Carter was president, and the Super Seni...
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How Gila monsters played a role in creating GLP-1 drugs
TUCSON, Ariz. ( InvestigateTV ) - You’re probably familiar with ever-so-popular weight loss medications like Ozempic. Initially made for those with diabetes, the drug is being prescribed to those hoping to lose weight. But we wouldn’t have GLP-1 drugs without one of the most gorg...
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How you can protect yourself from crypto ATM scams
FOX VALLEY, Wis. ( InvestigateTV ) — The caller may sound convincing, but it could all be a scam. In some cases, con artists can lead a person to believe they missed federal court and owed thousands of dollars that needed to be deposited into a cryptocurrency kiosk. These kiosks ...
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Lay’s is releasing sweet and savory holiday chips. Here are the flavors and when you can get them
(Gray News) - Lay’s is releasing a lineup of new chips inspired by the flavors of some of the most popular holiday dishes. On Oct. 25, Lay’s Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes Flavored Chips and Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey Flavored Potato Chips arrive in stores. On Nov. 8, you can...
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Blue Bell bringing free ice cream to the Permian Basin
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Who doesn’t love free ice cream? Blue Bell is bringing its Lone Star Scoop Tour to the Permian Basin this week. The tour will stop at several United Supermarkets and Market Street locations, giving families a chance to enjoy free frozen treats and giveaways...