A subcontractor was killed in a workplace accident at an Odessa College construction project earlier this week, and an investigation is underway with the cooperation of the college, contractor, and OSHA.
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(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...
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...
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...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A song born from a moment of chaos at a Texas Tech football game has become the subject of a trademark lawsuit filed by the University System.The story began during the Red Raiders’ non-conference game against Oregon State last season. Friends of Cade Brunson ran onto Cody...
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, ...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The National Mall has transformed into the Great American State Fair as part of America250, celebrating nation’s birthday. The event features displays and attractions from all 50 states, including a 110-foot Ferris wheel. Freedom250, the Trump-aligned organization behind th...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A subcontractor working on a construction project at Odessa College died Tuesday, June 23, following a workplace accident at the Odessa campus.In a statement from Odessa College, the college said the construction site was immediately secured and work in the affected area ha...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crimestoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying the driver of a truck involved in a hit-and-run accident. According to Midland Crimestoppers, the incident occurred on June 21, 2026, at approximately 3:56 am, when a white Ford F150 was southbound in t...
Odessa College has joined Quality Matters, an international leader in quality assurance for online learning, to help develop engaging and accessible online courses that meet the needs of OC students.
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) - North Carolina authorities say a man has been arrested for assault with an accidental call to 911 helping lead to his arrest.A warrant issued June 23 in New Hanover County charges Jahzail Shamon Grady, 19, with two felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crimestoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying a man wanted for stealing approximately $500 worth of patio furniture. The man below was last seen driving a Black Ford F150 Raptor with aftermarket wheels. If you have any information regarding the ide...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crimestoppers is seeking public assistance in locating 20-year-old Joseph Coleman. Coleman is wanted for Injury To A Child. If you have any information on the whereabouts of Coleman, you are urged to contact Midland Crimestoppers.
MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A one-hour documentary examines the events that led to a deadly crash on June 1, 2026 in Midland involving Roberto Pando III and the deaths of James Baker and Anderson Aguilar.First Alert 7 Investigates uses exclusive interviews, court records and affidavits to exam...
ST. LOUIS (KMOV/Gray News) - The U.S. Mint is marking America’s 250th anniversary with special coins featuring images of American history.The commemorative collection includes five special quarters for this year.“You have a Mayflower design here, Independence Hall here, the Liberty Bell,” said Ch...
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Area experts are sharing a few solutions to keep pets and livestock calm during a noisy night of July 4 celebrations and fireworks in the Panhandle. Owners should check fences and gates to make sure they are secure. Less-experienced owners of horses and other livestock lo...
A subcontractor was killed in a workplace accident at an Odessa College construction project earlier this week, and an investigation is underway with the cooperation of the college, contractor, and OSHA.
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that caused extensive damage to a parked vehicle.According to Midland Crime Stoppers, the crash happened around 3:56 a.m. on June 21 in the area of Moroni Street.I...
PHOENIX (AZFamily/Gray News) — A one-year-old child has died after being pulled out of a backyard pool in Phoenix, according to the city’s fire department.First responders were called to a home at 7:30 p.m. for reports of a drowning. Family members were giving CPR when first responders got to the...
KATY, Texas. (Gray News) - A 76-year-old grandmother in Texas died after a man driving a Tesla on Autopilot allegedly crashed into her home, according to authorities.The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said Michael Butler was traveling in a Tesla in Katy when his car failed to drive in a single la...
(Gray News) — Olympic skier and gold medalist Bode Miller’s recent drug charges will be dropped, according to reports.Miller’s attorney confirmed to NBC News and ESPN that the prosecutor handling the case has “agreed to dismiss all charges against Bode Miller.”Miller, 48, was charged with two mis...
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Gray News) — Charges were dropped against country music star Bailey Zimmerman for trashing a hotel room in New Mexico.Zimmerman’s lawyer confirmed to People and Rolling Stone that the charges were dropped after Zimmerman “took immediate responsibility for his mistake.”The Berna...
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