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Landscaper finds human remains of woman whose family hadn’t seen her in 50 years, reports say
(Gray News) - A woman whose skeletal remains were found by a landscaper near a wooded area in Florida in 2023 has been identified. The human remains discovered in May 2023 were identified as Regina Hess, who was born on Aug. 22, 1948, according to a press release. “But identifyin...
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3 daycare workers answer to charges after 6-year-old girl died inside hot van
MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) — Three daycare workers indicted in the hot car death of a 6-year-old girl pleaded not guilty in a Tennessee court Monday morning. Tametria Norry, 49, Amilya Hardin, 21, and Sabrina Powe, 43, each face charges of aggravated child neglect, criminal...
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Why using a personal loan to pay off credit card debt can backfire
( InvestigateTV ) — More Americans are trying to dig out of credit card debt by rolling balances into personal loans. Americans owe $277 billion in personal loan debt as of the first quarter of 2026, up $1 billion from the previous quarter, according to a new analysis by LendingT...
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‘There are strict rules’: Corrections officer fired after bringing home-cooked meals to inmates
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. ( WMBF /Gray News) - A Darlington County corrections officer accused of bringing prohibited items to inmates has been terminated. Sgt. Shift Supervisor Matrese Grant was fired on Thursday and taken into custody, according to Darlington County Sheriff Micha...
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Trump says the US is planning to build an Army base in Poland
(Gray News) — President Donald Trump said the U.S. is working toward building an Army base in Poland. Trump made the announcement Thursday afternoon in a post on Truth Social . He wrote: “GREAT NEWS! Thanks to the bold leadership of my friend, Karol Nawrocki, President of Poland,...
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Sheriff’s office releases comment on charges dismissed in 2018 Fort Davis death
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Jeff Davis County Sheriff’s Office released a comment regarding the dismissal of charges against a husband in the 2018 Fort Davis death. According to the Jeff Davis County Sheriff’s Office, on Sept. 15, the charges against Daniel Sullivan wer...
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‘Incredibly difficult time’: Grammy Award-winning singer and composer Duncan Sheik in ‘critical condition’
(Gray News) - Grammy Award-winning singer and composer Duncan Sheik, known for his 1996 hit “Barely Breathing,” is currently receiving medical care. A statement posted to Sheik’s Instagram page reported that the 56-year-old is in “critical but stable condition.” The statement did...
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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, September 17th, 2026
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, September 17th, 2026: As we continue through the rest of this week, high temperatures remain hot under a mixture of clouds. Changes are on the way starting this weekend continuing into next week, especially as a cool fro...
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AccuWeather, National Weather Service adds ‘Lake of America’ to its maps, forecasts
(Gray News) - AccuWeather and the National Weather Service have started using “Lake America” in their forecasts this week. The National Weather Service released a memo Monday stating the organization is in the process of changing its maps from “Lake Ontario” to “Lake America.” “W...
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Ector County ISD school bus crash reported outside Odessa apartment complex
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - An ECISD school bus crashed in south Odessa Thursday afternoon outside the La Promesa Apartments near Monahans Street and South Crane Avenue. Watch the moment an Ector County ISD school bus crashes into multiple vehicles in front of an apartment complex: EX...
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Aging Untold: Why the thyroid could be behind some aging symptoms
( Aging Untold ) — On this episode of Aging Untold , we’re breaking down what your thyroid does and the warning signs to watch for when this vital gland is off. Plus, we look at the emotional and practical steps of hosting an estate sale, and what to expect before you hire help. ...
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Monument dedication honors fallen DPS trooper
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - DPS held a dedication ceremony Thursday for a granite monument honoring Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez. The ceremony took place this morning at the DPS office at S. Loop 250 W. in Midland. The monument was dedicated to honor Ramirez Vasquez....