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Garden city man arrested in Pecos County human smuggling attempt
A traffic stop in Pecos County, Texas, led to human smuggling charges after authorities intercepted a vehicle transporting three undocumented Mexican nationals on Tuesday....
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Kitten rescued after being stuck in propane exchange locker outside Walgreens
NORTH PORT, Fla. ( WWSB /Gray News) - First responders in Florida say they were recently called for an unusual rescue involving a kitten. According to North Port Fire Rescue, crews responded to a call about a cat that managed to get its head stuck in a propane exchange locker out...
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Ector County jury sentences man to 12 years for failure to comply with sex offender registration
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - An Ector County jury has sentenced a man to 12 years in prison after finding him guilty of failure to comply with sex offender registration requirements. According to the Ector County District Attorney’s Office, on May 16, 2023, officers conducted a c...
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‘That was uncalled for’: Country star Trace Adkins recalls moment he was shot by second wife
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ( WSMV /Gray News) - Country star Trace Adkins shared the moment when one of his ex-wives shot him on comedian Theo Von’s podcast “This Past Weekend.” Adkins was shot by his second wife, Julie Lauren Curtis, on Feb. 21, 1991. “That was uncalled for,” Adkins said,...
schools
Red Cross Permian Basin to host back-to-school bash
The American Red Cross Permian Basin Chapter is scheduled to host a community Back-To-School Bash on Saturday, August 15th, featuring safety programs and youth engagement activities....
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Video shows bystanders rushing to help 70-year-old during attempted robbery at fast-food restaurant
TUCSON, Ariz. ( KOLD /Gray News) — A shocking assault at a fast-food restaurant in Arizona was caught on camera. The Tucson Police Department said a 70-year-old man was assaulted during a robbery attempt at a Carl’s Jr. on July 9. The 34-year-old suspect, who has not been named, ...
parks
Quail Course at The Courses at Hogan Park closer to opening
Course officials report that the original 18 holes at The Courses at Hogan Park could be complete as early as October.
schools
Midland ISD enters school year with 97% staff rate
Midland Independent School District announced it will begin the 2026-2027 school year with a 97% teacher fill rate following various strategic recruitment and retention efforts....
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Mike Lindell stepping down as MyPillow CEO to focus on Minnesota governor’s race
CHASKA, Minn. ( KBJR /Gray News) - Mike Lindell announced he is stepping down as CEO of MyPillow to focus on his campaign for Minnesota governor. Lindell made the announcement on Tuesday, stating that he has also reduced his ownership stake to a minority interest while remaining ...
safety
Odessa man charged in sexual assault of teen trafficking victim
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - An Odessa man is in the Ector County Jail after investigators accused him of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl who has been identified as a victim in a Dallas human trafficking investigation. According to an Odessa Police Department report, on Jun...
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Odessa man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old girl linked to Dallas human trafficking case
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - An Odessa man is in the Ector County Jail accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl who is named as a victim in a Dallas human trafficking case, according to an Odessa police report. According to the arrest affidavit, officers were investigating a d...
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Several Odessa Medical Group clinics closed by power loss
Several Odessa Medical Group clinics have temporarily closed due to an unexpected power outage.
safety
Scurry County sheriff’s office seeks wanted man on theft, bail jumping charges
SCURRY COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Scurry County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a wanted man on charges of property theft and three counts of felony bail jumping and failure to appear, according to the agency. Warrants have been issued for the arrest of Kelly McGaha, 55, according to...
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ECISD: Ross Elementary leads the nation with new school certification
Ross Elementary in the Ector County Independent School District became the first school in the United States to achieve Level 3 Opportunity Culture Certification....
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Family caregivers spend $7,000 a year out of pocket, AARP says
( InvestigateTV ) — Caring for a loved one carries a significant financial burden for millions of American families, and an AARP expert says having a plan in place can make a meaningful difference. There are 63 million family caregivers in the United States — nearly one in four a...
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This state is now requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in history classrooms
MONTGOMERY, Ala. ( WAFF /Gray News) - Public schools in Alabama will be required to display the Ten Commandments in history classrooms and common areas under a new state law. What does Alabama Senate Bill 99 require? Alabama Senate Bill 99 requires schools to display an approved ...
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‘It is sad’: HVAC repairman killed on the job; co-worker charged in connection with his death
MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - Memphis police are investigating a shooting on Tuesday that left a man dead. According to neighbors, the man killed and the suspected shooter were coworkers for an HVAC company. Authorities later confirmed the two worked for Choates Heating and ...
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Midland police seek identity of man suspected of stealing cash from Kent Kwik
Midland police are seeking the public's help to identify a man who stole cash from a Kent Kwik convenience store on July 26.
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Rep. Chuck Edwards ends reelection bid after ethics report
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards ended his re-election bid Wednesday, just days after a bipartisan House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured over his treatment of young female staffers. Edwards announced Wednesday that he was withdrawing...
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Midland police seek public’s help identifying 2 suspects in HEB theft
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland police are asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects accused of stealing merchandise from an HEB. On April 29 at around 12:20 p.m., two suspects stole around $220 worth of merchandise from an HEB and were seen driving away in a gray 200...
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Midland Police seek help identifying suspects in H-E-B theft
Midland police are seeking public help to identify two suspects involved in a misdemeanor theft at an H-E-B store on April 29, 2026.
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Mom, teen daughter killed in their home by 73-year-old neighbor over noise complaint, authorities say
HOUSE SPRINGS, Mo. (Gray News) — A 17-year-old girl and her mother were shot and killed at their house by a neighbor over a noise complaint, according to authorities. The deadly shooting happened July 25 at a home in House Springs, Missouri, which is about 40 minutes southwest of...
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Big Spring customers warned of potential low water pressure
The City of Big Spring is conducting water main repairs at the intersection of East 11th Street and Birdwell Lane, potentially causing low water pressure or service interruptions for nearby residents....
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Water main repairs may cause low pressure for some Big Spring customers
BIG SPRING, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Big Spring Utilities Department will be handling water main repairs that may cause low water pressure in the area, according to the city. Crews will be working on the water main line at the intersection of East 11th Street and Birdwell Lane,...
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Mom meets the boy who has her late son’s heart and hears his heartbeat again
CHARLESTON, W.Va. ( WSAZ /Gray News) - A mother in West Virginia was able to hear her late son’s heartbeat once again when she met the boy who received his heart. “Means the world to me,” Ali Cash said. “I remember in the hospital, I was alone with Liam. And I laid my head on his...
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Woman accused of posing as hospital employee to collect prescription drugs door-to-door
JONESBORO, Ark. ( KAIT /Gray News) - A woman is facing several drug charges after police said she went door-to-door posing as a hospital employee running a drug take-back program to collect prescription medications. Officers were dispatched Sunday morning after getting reports of...
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Texas Tech Physicians, UnitedHealthcare reach new agreement
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Patients covered by UnitedHealthcare can continue to see providers at Texas Tech Physicians without any interruption in coverage. Texas Tech University Health Science Center announced and Texas Tech Physicians announced they have reached an agreement with ...
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3 men arrested after traffic stop leads to stolen trailer in Marfa
MARFA, Texas (KOSA) - Three men were arrested after a traffic stop in Marfa led officers to recover a trailer reported stolen out of Oklahoma, according to the Marfa Police Department. According to the Marfa Police Department, the stop happened Aug. 2 after officers saw a vehicle...
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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Wednesday, August 5th, 2026
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Wednesday, August 5th, 2026: It’ll be a typical summer day across West Texas and southeast New Mexico today with mostly sunny skies, hot temperatures, quiet conditions and a bit of breeze. High temperatures will warm into the 90s ...
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Sheriff’s deputy shoots suspect who allegedly stole his car, police say
ST. LOUIS ( KMOV /Gray News) - A sheriff’s deputy shot a suspect who allegedly stole his car. St. Louis Metropolitan Police said a deputy was on assignment around 10 a.m. Tuesday when he left his personal, unmarked car running and unattended while he was walking up to a home. The...
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3-year-old dies after getting her head stuck in kitchen playset
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (Gray News) - A 3-year-old Florida girl died after getting her head stuck in a kitchen playset, according to police and local media. Boynton Beach Police responded July 23 to a home for reports of a 3-year-old girl who was unresponsive and not breathing. Upon ...
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Mother, 12-year-old son drown in pond as she tries to rescue him from water
CHESTERFIELD, Va. ( WWBT /Gray News) - A mother and her 12-year-old son both drowned in a Virginia pond after the boy began struggling and his mother went in to try and save him. Chesterfield Police say a 12-year-old boy went into a private pond in Chester and began to struggle i...
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Sisters survive wrong-way crash on I-27, credit good Samaritans with saving their lives
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two sisters who were seriously injured in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 27 in late July say bystanders pulled them from their burning truck before flames could reach them. Alexis and Aaliyah Wallace were among four people seriously hurt in the crash. Lub...
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Police arrest teen in clown costume accused of murder
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. ( First Alert 4 /Gray News) - A teenager was taken into custody Tuesday, accused of killing a man in East St. Louis while wearing a clown costume. Investigators were called to the intersection of North 76th and State streets at approximately 10:02 p.m. Monday...
government
Trump departs for West Coast trip to promote economic agenda
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump departed Washington on Tuesday afternoon for a set of West Coast political events that aim to promote his economic agenda and help Republicans earn midterm election support. The president is scheduled to attend a Los Angeles area Repu...
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Man hailed as hero dies after being struck by debris while helping at crash
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. ( KY3 /Gray News) - A man who stopped to help the driver of an overturned tractor-trailer has died from his injuries, nearly two weeks after the crash. Dylan Hoyt and a group of people were traveling home from street racing on July 12 when they came across an ove...
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ECISD signs final beam for new ATLAS center
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Ector County ISD board members and district leaders gathered earlier today to sign the final steel beam for the new ATLAS Career & Technical Education Center before it was lifted into place. The state-of-the-art facility is on track to open for the 202...
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3 Arrested in Marfa after traffic stop uncovers stolen Oklahoma trailer bound for Mexico
Three men were arrested in Marfa, Texas, after a traffic stop revealed they were attempting to transport a stolen Oklahoma trailer into Mexico.
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PIGSKIN PREVIEW: Rankin Red Devils
RANKIN, Texas (KOSA) - Rankin football took West Texas to Arlington last season, appearing in the 2025 Class 1A-DI State Championship. While everyone in town is excited to see what the Red Devils do this season, Head Coach Garret Avalos has a different perspective. “I’m glad thes...
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8/4/2026: Temperatures staying in the 90s and hundreds for the next week
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Check out today's 7-day forecast with Meteorologist Brian James, as temperatures will remain in the high 90s and cross into the 100s for the next week. Watch the full video above....
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Experience life as a firefighter with Odessa Fire Academy
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Odessa Fire Department (OFD) is welcoming applications to their citizens academy, an opportunity for Odessa Fire Rescue to bring in anybody from the community 18 and older to be able to experience what it's like to be a part of the department. Fire Inv...
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‘Impacts operators large and small’: Crude oil theft conspiracy leads to 6 guilty pleas in Permian Basin
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KOSA) - Six people pled guilty last month, and eight others still face charges in what is a massive conspiracy to steal crude oil from Permian Basin producers. According to the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas six defendants pleaded guilty to...
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Arson conviction leads to 20-year sentence for Odessa man
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Augustine Falana was found guilty of Arson, a second-degree felony, after pouring gasoline on a neighbor's vehicle. The incident occurred on August 5, 2025, when Odessa Police Department officers responded to a subject with a gun. Officers met with the...
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PIGSKIN PREVIEW: Compass Cougars
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - With the first day of practice done for the Cougars, the expectations of the season begin to form. “Really excited just to get back on offense and just watch how the team has grown throughout the years and gotten better” said quarterback Mason Hicks Jacob B...
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Family seeks witness two months after Lubbock man killed in Winkler County hit-and-run
KERMIT, Texas (KOSA) - Two months after a Lubbock man was killed in a hit-and-run crash, his wife says there are still no leads in the case. According to Texas DPS , 43-year-old Clayton Tedder was walking on County Road 313 in Kermit after his truck broke down on the night of May...
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$2.4M Texas Workforce Commission grant targets healthcare employment gap in West Texas
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - State and local leaders gathered at Odessa College today to present a multi-million-dollar initiative aimed at strengthening the region’s healthcare workforce across West Texas and other rural communities. The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has awarded a ...
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450,000 student loan borrowers may get debt forgiven in $23B settlement
AU CLAIRE, Wis. ( WEAU /Gray News) -A $23 billion class-action settlement with the Department of Education could result in debt forgiveness for 450,000 student loan borrowers following years of legal disputes spanning three presidential terms. The advocacy group that brought the ...
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Rope Youth pays off Midland ISD lunch debt, plans new feeding center
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Rope Youth has paid off Midland ISD’s school lunch debt through community fundraisers and says it will continue working to address food insecurity among local children as the new school year approaches. The nonprofit served 12,000 meals to children over th...
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20-year-old son dies trying to save father from drowning during beach vacation, loved ones say
HOLDEN BEACH, N.C. ( WBTV /Gray News) - A father and son have died while reportedly vacationing on a North Carolina beach over the weekend. Authorities said the situation started Sunday morning when first responders were called to Holden Beach for reports of two people who were s...
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Local organization support low-income families ahead of back-to-school season
Various West Texas non-profits and local organizations are partnering to provide school supplies and financial assistance to low-income families ahead of the upcoming school year....
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Train collides with vehicle in Midland; no injuries reported
Emergency crews responded to a train collision at the intersection of Highway 80 and North County Road 1250 in Midland, Texas, on Tuesday morning, with no injuries reported....
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Man fired rifle during Midland store robbery
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated in early July. According to reports, on the morning of July 2nd, 2026, deputies responded to the 3700 block of East County Rd 160 in reference to an...