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COAHOMA, Texas (KOSA) - Coahoma ISD trustees have voted to move forward with an independent investigation into the district’s finances. The vote came after hearing from the community during Tuesday night’s meeting. A majority supported an independent review, but not without conce...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Midland Fire Department is seeking locals to sponsor a fire truck as the department is transitioning away from products resistant to health concerns. The current products that MFD uses have all been found to be lacking in resistance to heat, chemi...
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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Today, the Odessa Police Department held a wreath-laying ceremony for two fallen officers. It's the 19th anniversary of the passing of Corporal Arlie Jones and Corporal Scott Gardner. Corporal Jones and Gardner were killed in the line of duty while res...
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PRENTISS, Miss. ( WDAM /Gray News) - A high school student and football star has been identified as the victim of a late Sunday night shooting and car accident in Mississippi. Chancellor “Chance” Daniels set foot on the Sumrall High School football field for the last time Friday ...
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DALLAS (Gray DC) - The Republican National Committee’s first-ever midterm election convention is set to begin in Dallas this week, dubbing it a “Trump-a-palooza,” to try to turn out more GOP voters out in November. The convention differs from typical RNC conventions, which are us...
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ODDESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The 4-H program is the largest development organization in the United States, helping children and teenagers learn vital life skills through hands-on projects. There is a 4-H program in the Permian Basin, one for Ector County and another for Midland Co...
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(Gray News) - Stevie Wonder will be hitting the road this fall for a 50th anniversary world tour. The legendary singer announced on Tuesday that he will celebrate his 1976 album “Songs in the Key of Life” on tour scheduled to kick off on Oct. 13 at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham...
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A Texas A&M University administrator is behind bars, charged with a first-degree felony that carries a possible sentence of 25 years to life in prison, according to jail records. Darvis Griffin, 55, serves as Texas A&M’s Executive Director of Infor...
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ROCKY HILL, Conn. ( WFSB /Gray News) - A high school volleyball coach has been charged with driving under the influence after a deadly crash Sunday night in Connecticut. Police identified the driver as 23-year-old Sarah Bezdelovs. The superintendent of Rocky Hill Public Schools c...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers is asking for the publics help in identifying a man wanted for credit card abuse. According to Midland Crime Stoppers, a suspect used a stolen credit card to purchase electronics and tools at several local businesses on Aug. 18. The ...
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WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - A steel beam recovered from the rubble of the Twin Towers after their collapse on September 11, 2001, is being transported to cities and towns across the country this year. The tour is organized by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a non-profit based in New ...
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MADISON, Wis. ( WMTV /Gray News) - One person died and five others were injured after a driver’s “sneezing fit” caused her to crash into an Amish buggy, according to authorities in Wisconsin. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said it received a 911 call around 3:35 p.m. Friday r...
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LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech University System Chancellor Brandon Creighton addressed the university’s partnership with Nvidia during his “State of the System” address on Tuesday afternoon. To support its growth and research capabilities, Texas Tech is bringing in what Crei...
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The number of animals adopted out has reached 700 this year and the number of transfers to animal rescues topped 1,000
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GULFPORT, Miss. ( WLOX /Gray News) - A 71-year-old man in Gulfport is accused of killing two people at an AT&T store, according to authorities. The shooting happened Monday around 11:14 a.m. inside the store at Crossroads Mall. A witness at the scene told WLOX that they saw the s...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in using a stolen credit card at several businesses in Midland. The incidents occurred on August 18, 2026. According to Midland Crime Stoppers, the suspect made purc...
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PORTLAND, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - A 15-year-old has been hospitalized in critical condition after a hazardous materials situation unfolded in a high school’s cafeteria. Officials said the student had brought numerous toxic chemicals from home, mixed them in the cafeteria, and t...
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ALPINE, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The railroad bridge on West Highway 90 in Alpine has been struck again, causing significant damage. According to the Alpine Police Department, the incident occurred at approximately 2:45 pm this afternoon. Crews are currently on site, removing debris. ...
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Midland Animal Services euthanized 151 dogs and cats in August due to historical challenges and increased parvovirus cases, though officials noted the live release rate remained higher than in previous years....
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Fire Department is making changes to the type of equipment its firefighters use, officials said during a news conference about a man-made chemical used in the equipment and plans to phase it out. The chemical, called PFAS, is commonly used amon...
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ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - Crews are currently clearing debris after a bridge near Alpine was hit again. According to the Alpine Police Department, at around 2:45 p.m., the railroad bridge on West Highway 90 was hit again. The bridge was last hit on August 10th. Police said the bridg...
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SAVOONGA, Alaska ( KTUU /Gray News) - Two boaters who went missing on a fishing trip in Alaska over the weekend have died, with a third surviving. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, it began searching for the boaters near St. Lawrence Island after Alaska State Troopers notified w...
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ANN ARBOR, Mich. ( WILX /Gray News) - The Mid-American Conference is officially appealing Michigan’s controversial last-second win against Western Michigan Saturday night. MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher released a statement on Tuesday on behalf of the conference, saying that i...
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(Gray News) - Two new Girl Scout cookies are coming next year! Girl Scouts of the USA announced that two new cookies will be available during its 2027 cookie season. “There’s no party like a Girl Scout Cookie party, and this year is sure to be the best on record. Two exciting new...
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ATHENS, Ga. ( WHNS /Gray News) - A man in Georgia reportedly spent months believing he was engaged to a female sheriff’s deputy he had never met, eventually giving the catfish suspect money and even allowing the use of his vehicle. Police said the woman never existed. Investigato...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A driver was taken to the hospital after crashing into The Legendary Barn Door Steakhouse Tuesday morning. According to Odessa police, officers responded at around 8:02 a.m. to the Andrews Highway area about a crash. Odessa police say, a black Toyota 4Runne...
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - A 27-year-old man is facing attempted murder charges after police in Tennessee said he beat his mother with a baseball bat because she wouldn’t fix him a meal. DeAngelo Billingsley is being held at the Shelby County Jail on $52,000 bond. He is c...
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A black Toyota 4Runner crashed into the entrance of the Barn Door Steakhouse in Odessa on Tuesday morning, forcing the long-standing restaurant to temporarily reroute customers through its exit....
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A GoFundMe has been launched to support the wife and three children of 32-year-old Leeroy Gardea following his fatal motorcycle accident in Odessa, Texas, last Saturday....
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(Gray News) - Snoop Dogg’s Dr. Bombay ice cream brand is looking for an International Ice Cream Taster, and the three-month gig pays $30,000. Yes, this is a real job. The position, posted by Dr. Bombay/Bosslady Foods, is open to applicants around the world. According to the listi...
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IOWA CITY, Iowa ( KCRG /Gray News) - The family of a University of Iowa marching band member said their son has been taken off life support after he collapsed in the heat during Saturday’s Hawkeye football game. Derek Phillips collapsed in the heat and suffered a sudden cardiac a...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Tuesday, September 8th, 2026: It’ll be another pleasant day across West Texas and southeast New Mexico with hot temperatures and quiet conditions expected for most under mostly sunny skies. High temperatures will warm into the 90s...
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( InvestigateTV ) — Traffic on the way to work is not just costing commuters time — it may be costing them money too. A new NerdWallet analysis finds a record number of vehicles are now being used just to commute, and that increase could be a factor in rising insurance costs. Acc...
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BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Big Spring is warning the public about a road closure due to water line break. According to the City of Big Spring, there will be a road closure at the intersection of Goliad and North of FM-700 for an emergency water line repair. Citizens i...
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CLEVELAND, Ohio ( WOIO /Gray News) - The U.S. Marshals Service said that it found 79 missing children in Ohio during a recent operation. The operation, called Operation Meridian, was conducted throughout August in partnership with federal, state and local agencies to locate and r...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police will be holding a wreath-laying ceremony to pay tribute to a Fallen Corporal. The ceremony will be starting at sunrise on September 12, at the Odessa Police Department Front Lawn - Memorial Statue and will be open to the public. On Sept. 12, 2...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A man died after being involved in a motorcycle crash with a Ford F-250 in Odessa. According to Odessa police, on September 5, at around 2:23 p.m. a motorcycle driven by 32-year-old Leeroy Gardea was traveling south on Grandview. A blue Ford F-250 was at a ...
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MILTON, Georgia ( InvestigateTV ) — Flock Safety has felt the heat this summer from coast to coast as criticism of its automated license plate readers and AI-powered security technology has increased, and a growing number of alleged misuse cases have further turned up the tempera...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police arrested a man on a charge of aggravated sexual assault of a child after a 12-year-old girl reported being assaulted. According to the arrest affidavit, on July 15th, Odessa police officers responded to a report of a sexual assault of a child ...
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A 32-year-old Odessa man died Saturday afternoon after his motorcycle collided with a Ford F-250 that failed to yield the right of way at the intersection of 61st Street and Grandview Avenue....
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - Wrestling legend Bill Dundee died early Sunday morning, his family confirmed. He was 82. No cause of death has been released. Dundee was born in Scotland, raised in Australia, and began wrestling in the Memphis territory in 1974. Dundee was know...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A woman died after being hit by a car in Midland Monday morning. According to Midland police, at around 6:47 a.m., police and Midland fire crews responded to the area of Caldera about a crash involving a 1998 Toyota and a pedestrian. During the investigati...
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( Aging Untold ) — In this episode of The Aging Untold Podcast , our experts talk honestly about sex and intimacy as we age. The experts explore why sex can be considered “medicine without a prescription,” boosting heart health and releasing feel-good hormones. Learn how a drop i...
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(Gray Media) – The ex-husband of the Massachusetts woman who was on trial for killing her three young children in 2023 is warning of legal action over what his attorney calls an “escalating campaign of misinformation and defamation.” The judge declared a mistrial in the murder ca...
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EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. (Gray Media) – Defense attorney Kevin Reddington spoke about the Lindsay Clancy trial in a...
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WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Sept. 11 terrorist attacks led to sweeping changes in how the federal government protects the nation. At the center of those efforts, was the creation of the Department of Homeland Security. President George W. Bush created the White House Office of Hom...
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Midland County jail, Home to Stay work to prevent homelessness after release Midland Daily News
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DAVENPORT, Iowa ( KWQC /Gray News) - A 2-year-old girl has died after being found unresponsive in an outdoor pool, authorities said. According to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, the toddler fell into the pool Sunday and was submerged for an undetermined amount of time before f...
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MANSURA, La. ( KALB /Gray News) - After being diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, Brendan Scallan is defying the odds by racing ATVs. Brendan Scallan has the only known case of FoxP1 syndrome in Louisiana, according to his family. They are looking to be one of 50 families tak...
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DECATUR, Ala. ( WAFF /Gray News) - A former Tennessee deputy was charged Monday in connection with a missing 15-year-old girl, authorities said. Officials said the missing teenager from Decatur was found safe in White County, Tennessee, after she ran away last week. White County ...
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SWANSBORO, N.C. ( WITN /Gray News) - Two people and more than 20 dogs were rescued after a heavy fire broke out at a home in North Carolina, officials said. Officials said the house fire drew a multi-agency response. The Swansboro Fire Department was dispatched to the home at app...
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New 2026 Report Compares the Leading HVAC Companies in Midland, Texas FinancialContent
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A 27-year-old woman died Monday morning in Midland after being struck by a pickup truck that veered off the road on Caldera.
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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Ward Memorial Hospital in Monahan's is treating more patients and keeping them local with the help of a major expansion. In Monahan's, Ward Memorial Hospital is the only access to care for many patients, with the next major hospital about 35 miles away...
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Candidates for both local and statewide offices visited with constituents as part of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) annual Labor Day Luncheon....
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The doors are open for the 50th annual Permian Basin Fair & Expo at the Ector County Coliseum through Sunday, Sept. 13.
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One dead in Midland after wrong-way single vehicle crash in Midland County newswest9.com
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Abilities Ranch, founded in 2021, is a program that uses horses as a partner to help individuals with disabilities overcome personal challenges and gain life skills, including confidence, through a free program. Jason Current and Regina Martinez have made ...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Permian Basin Central Labor Union held its 70th annual Labor Day luncheon Monday. Laborers met up at Chito’s Restaurant in Midland. The union represents the interests of working people at both the state and local level. Former President Dan Holbrook sa...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Permian Basin Fair & Expo is celebrating 50 years of fair days, family fun and West Texas tradition from Sept. 4-13, at the Ector County Coliseum. For ten days starting Friday, Sept. 4, fairgoers can enjoy carnival rides, livestock shows, live music, cr...
