Midland County Democrats to host meet and greet with Sen. Elissa Slotkin
Midland County Democrats to host meet and greet with Sen. Elissa Slotkin Midland Daily News
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More details released in Midland County toddler death investigation
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A man has been charged with manslaughter after a 1-year-old girl was found unresponsive beneath his body inside an RV in Midland County. Deputies respond to report of unresponsive child According to an arrest affidavit, Midland County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded Au...
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Basin Gridiron Training Camp: Midland Bulldogs
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) -The Midland High Bulldogs are looking to turn the page in 2026 after a season that fell short of expectations. Head coach Thad Fortune is entering his sixth season at Midland High and says the Bulldogs are approaching the new season with a renewed focus and appreciatio...
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Midland mom, business owner and pastor running for MISD District 5 seat
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - La’Toya Mayberry, a Midland mom, business owner and pastor, is running for the Midland ISD school board District 5 seat. Mayberry filed her nomination earlier this month. Mayberry owns Toya’s Precious Jewels Academy, a business she started out of her home 17 years ago for ...
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Ector County holds public hearing on proposed tax rate
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Ector County Commissioners Court held a public hearing Monday evening on the proposed tax rate and budget. The tax rate is tied to property values. Countywide, Ector County expects to collect about $2.1 million more in property taxes, a point of concern for several comm...
Traverse City woman sentenced in fatal Midland County crash
Traverse City woman sentenced in fatal Midland County crash Midland Daily News
Sheriff: Victims of quintuple homicide include suspect’s girlfriend and her grandmother
FOREST GROVE, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - All five victims found during a homicide investigation in Oregon have been identified. Authorities began investigating the deaths of five people and several domestic animals after an early morning fire Saturday on a rural Washington County property. The inc...
At least 13 students, driver injured after school bus overturns in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. ( WAVE /Gray News) - Several students and a bus driver were injured after a school bus crashed and overturned Monday afternoon, authorities said. The crash happened near Lebanon Junction at Wilson Creek Road and Old Boston Road in Bullitt County. The school bus involved was from L...
Dead cats, abandoned animals found inside grooming business; owner wanted by police4h ago
Annual Share Walk concludes with major donation5h agoCourt documents provide new details in death investigation of infant in Midland County
Court documents provide new details in death investigation of infant in Midland County newswest9.com
The Impact of Prolonged Sitting on Students in School
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - As kids head back to school, they'll spend much of their day sitting in a classroom for hours at a time. "You want to get them moving as much as possible," said Diedrick Dutchover, Physical Therapist Assistant at West Texas Therapy. Physical Therapist Assistant at Wes...
8/24/2026 7-day forecast, continued heat across West Texas stays steady
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (8/24/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. “Looking ahead, there’s not much relief for our area. The upper-level ridge will move slowly to the west, but temperatures may only ease by a degree or two.” “Overall, while we're stepping back ...
Sweet relief: Odessa ice cream shop helps locals beat the West Texas heat
ODESSA, Texas — With West Texas temperatures climbing into the triple digits, many residents are looking for any possible way to cool down. An Odessa ice cream shop, La Michoacana is offering more than just sweet treats, providing locals with a wide variety of cold options to beat the intense sum...
Man arrested after admitting to firing shots toward homes in Ector County
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A man was arrested on a felony charge after deputies said he admitted to firing rounds into the air in the direction of homes in Ector County. The Ector County Sheriff’s Office said deputies and an investigator heard gunshots at around 9:07 p.m. on Aug. 22 while condu...
Urgent care owner arrested in road rage shooting that injured 2 sisters, police say
CARROLL COUNTY, Va. ( WBTV /Gray News) - The owner of a Charlotte-area urgent care was arrested over the weekend, accused of shooting two sisters during a road rage incident, authorities said. The shooting happened about 9 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 77 North in Virginia, about 3 miles past the N...
Man arrested in Andrews County child sex assault investigation
ANDREWS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A man is in custody following an investigation into a report of sexual assault in Andrews County. According to the Andrews County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy got a call around 9:45 p.m. on Aug. 22 from the FBI Midland Resident Agency regarding a possible sexual assau...
Oldest Marine in the United States dies at 106
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. ( WAFF /Gray News) - The nation’s oldest living United States Marine has died at the age of 106. Roy Drinkard was a World War II veteran born in Falkville, Alabama, on July 20, 1920. Close friends and family said there wasn’t anything he couldn’t do. After joining the war, he...
Woman accused of stabbing her mom at least 10 times in Chick-fil-A parking lot, authorities say
ATLANTA ( ANF /Gray News) - A Wisconsin woman is accused of stabbing her mother at least 10 times at a Chick-fil-A in Georgia, according to authorities. Shyanniah Ma’Ree Johnson, 21, faces a charge of aggravated assault under the Family Violence Act. At around 2:30 p.m., deputies were called to t...
Odessa marks 7 years since 2019 mass shooting with memorial flags6h ago
Ector county residents to weigh in on tax rate, budget tonight6h ago
Off-duty police captain cited for leaving toddler in locked van while fishing, sheriff says
LINCOLN, Neb. ( KOLN /Gray News) - A police captain was cited and placed on leave after her toddler was found alone in a locked van at a lake in Nebraska on Sunday. Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to Pawnee Lake at 4:04 p.m. on a report of a distressed 2-year-old child lock...
Making school lunches healthier
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - As millions of children are heading back to the classroom, school lunches across the country are getting a makeover. The USDA is rolling out a new initiative to get local produce into the lunch line. National correspondent Molly Martinez digs in from outside the USDA. The p...
Fresh sanctions imposed on Iran
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Trump Administration calls the new economic measures aimed at Iran “Operation Economic Outcast.” The goal is isolating Iran and further disrupting Iran’s flailing economy. Monday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. is sanctioning more than 60 entities, indiv...
Former University of Kentucky student admits to ‘ending’ her newborn’s life, pleads guilty
LEXINGTON, Ky. ( WKYT /Gray News) — Former University of Kentucky student Laken Snelling pleaded guilty Friday to charges connected to her baby’s death, telling a judge, “Instead of helping him, I ended his life.” Snelling pleaded guilty to manslaughter, abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence...
Odessa police seek help identifying HEB theft suspect
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of stealing from HEB. According to Odessa police, the man stole around $379 worth of merchandise from the HEB on W. University. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective G. Potter at 432-335-5...
UPDATED LPD: Police shoot, kill armed suspect who fired shots, led officers on chase in East Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Lubbock Police officer shot an armed man who police say led them on a chase, fired shots multiple times and threatened officers in east Lubbock Monday morning. The suspect later died at the hospital. Police Chief Seth Herman said officers responded to reports of a man fi...
Midland County Fair draws visitors with carnival, showcase, concerts
Midland County Fair draws visitors with carnival, showcase, concerts Midland Reporter-Telegram
Teen arrested after assault at Odessa KFC
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police arrested a 17-year-old boy after witnesses say he assaulted his ex-girlfriend outside a KFC on Aug. 21. According to Odessa police, officers responded to the restaurant on N. JBS at around 10:06 p.m. Witnesses told police Samuel King arrived at the KFC to talk...
Dethroned beauty queen files defamation lawsuit against pageant officials9h ago
More than 300 attend honor walk for college student killed in hit-and-run9h ago
‘We are heartbroken’: 8-year-old dies after contracting rare brain-eating amoeba infection
RUSTON, La. ( KNOE /Gray News) - An 8-year-old girl in Louisiana died after contracting a brain-eating amoeba, likely from swimming in a lake. The parents of Lillian Smart announced her death in a Facebook post on Sunday, Aug. 23. “Last night Lillian ran from our arms to the arms of Jesus,” Smart...
Fire reported near North Main Street in Gaines County
GAINES COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Emergency crews are on scene of a fire in the North Main Street area behind Peter’s Irrigation. According to the Gaines County Sheriff’s Office, responders are asking the public to stay clear of the area so crews can respond.
Billion Dollar Blitz: College sports’ big business is bankrolled by taxpayers and students
( InvestigateTV ) — Across America, big-time college athletics is a $12 billion industry, in most cases, living beyond its means. Ticket sales, TV deals, sponsorships and other revenue sources don’t bring in enough money to cover the bills. So, universities are filling sometimes massive gaps from...
Big Spring water service interruptions scheduled today
City of Big Spring workers are scheduled to replace a water main valve near 5th and Presidio today, causing water service interruptions for customers west of the area.
Body of missing man found in Tennessee’s ‘deadliest lake’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ( WSMV /Gray News) - The body of the man who went missing after jumping into the Nashville lake known for being the deadliest body of water in Tennessee was recovered after a multi-day search. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said that 72-year-old Phillip Green had taken a...
Suspect caught in Texas after firing at Curry County Deputy
An officer-involved shooting involving a Curry County Sheriff's Office deputy and suspect Eugenio Ibarra is under investigation by the New Mexico State Police following a pursuit that crossed into Texas.
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Super Hero Run set for Sept. 19 to benefit West Texas foster kids
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Attic Foster Network is hosting its 5th annual Super Hero Run on Sept. 19 at First Baptist Church Midland, with proceeds supporting West Texas foster children. Being a foster parent is difficult and expensive. The Attic works to make that process easier by providing su...
UPDATED San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York arrested; prostitution charge later amended
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio ( WOIO /Gray New) — San Francisco 49ers owner John “Jed” York was arrested in Ohio over the weekend. According to court records, York was found guilty of two misdemeanor charges, including possessing criminal tools and disorderly conduct. Records show he was originally charge...
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver mourns death of 2-year-old son
(Gray News) — The 2-year-old son of Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver died in June, the team confirmed in a statement . “On behalf of the entire Buffalo Bills organization, we want to publicly express our condolences to Ed Oliver and his family on the devastating loss of his son. It’s an u...
Midland Antique Festival coming to Midland County Fairgrounds
Midland Antique Festival coming to Midland County Fairgrounds Big Rapids Pioneer
Michigan Antique Festivals coming to Midland County Fairgrounds
Michigan Antique Festivals coming to Midland County Fairgrounds Midland Daily News
Yellow 'Odessa Strong' flags raised at Memorial Gardens Park
Yellow "Odessa Strong" flags were placed at Memorial Gardens Park on Monday, August 24, to honor the victims of the 2019 mass shooting ahead of its seventh anniversary on August 31.
Arrest made in tire slashing of border construction vehicle in Brewster County
BREWSTER COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Brewster County Sheriff’s Office served an arrest warrant on August 20 for criminal mischief connected to a tire-slashing reported on August 17. The complainant said they were shopping in the Study Butte area and drove a vehicle marked as belonging to a company...
‘Like walking through a coloring book’ —workspace blends creativity, coworking15h ago
Woman loses $35,000 in jury duty phone scam15h agoStudley Grange food stand closes after 68 years at the fair
Studley Grange food stand closes after 68 years at the fair Midland Daily News
CRIME LOG: Boy, 14, suspected in $27 alcohol theft
CRIME LOG: Boy, 14, suspected in $27 alcohol theft Midland Daily News
School employee stabs delivery driver 6 times with pen for being late, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - A Tennessee school employee is behind bars after he allegedly stabbed a delivery driver with a pen multiple times for being late for a delivery. Braxton Stewart, a 36-year-old Memphis-Shelby County Schools employee, has been arrested and charged with aggravated ...
Tourist dies in Death Valley after getting stranded on remote road in 116 degree-heat
LAS VEGAS ( KVVU /Gray News) - A French tourist died in extreme heat after his car got stuck on a remote backcountry road in Death Valley National Park, forcing him and a friend to try to walk to safety. Pierre Michel Formosa, 68, and his traveling companion, both visiting from France, were drivi...
High school football team snaps 101-game losing streak, the longest in the nation
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. ( WAFF /Gray News) - An Alabama high school football team with 101 straight losses, the longest losing streak in the country, are winners once again. Columbia High’s Eagles faced Greensboro High’s Raiders in a rare Saturday night game. Going into the game, Columbia had a losing s...
2 officers accused of violently assaulting couple during traffic stop fired, arrested
PHOENIX ( AZFamily /Gray News) - Two Phoenix police officers who are under investigation for allegedly violently assaulting a couple during a traffic stop have been fired and arrested. The two former officers identified as Antonio Felix and Luis Vasquez Jr., both 31, were fired and arrested Satur...
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5 bodies, dead animals found after Oregon fire investigated as quintuple homicideYesterday
Missing 2-year-old child found dead in Oregon, police sayYesterday
Week Ahead in Washington for August 23
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Congress remains on recess this week, but Trump administration officials are traveling across the U.S. as part of an effort to build momentum ahead of the midterms. Vice President JD Vance will travel to Brewer, Maine, on Monday to speak at a defense technology manufacturer...
One dead and one hospitalized after early morning crash in Reeves County
REEVES COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - One person is dead and another is injured after a crash in Reeves County on Saturday morning, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. A Ford F-150 being driven by 30-year-old Michael Jones was heading southbound on US 285 in the outside lane when it veere...
Under Trump, hundreds of America’s wild horses are being sold for as little as $25 and being sent to slaughter, report says
(Gray News) - Animal advocates are voicing concern over wild horse treatment after the New York Times reported that several hundred were being sold to slaughter since Donald Trump took office. The Bureau of Land Management is responsible for managing wild horses and burros. The department’s adopt...
‘Living nightmare’: New York woman’s throat cut in attack during trip near the Grand Canyon
SUPAI, AZ ( AZFamily /Gray News) - A New York woman is back home after being attacked with a knife while hiking near the Grand Canyon. Alexis Rowan traveled to Havasupai Falls, just outside the Grand Canyon, for a birthday trip, according to her mother, Tricia Rowan. Alexis Rowan’s family says sh...
Police help after Dunkin’ truck breaks down in front of department
PELHAM, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - A Dunkin’ delivery truck broke down directly in front of the Pelham Police Department, prompting a humorous response from local officers. “We’re not saying officers responded faster than usual... but when a truck full of donuts is involved, you don’t take any cha...
Midland County deputy faces pretrial hearing in drunken driving case
Midland County deputy faces pretrial hearing in drunken driving case Midland Daily News
17-year-old high school quarterback dies after football game injury
ALMA CENTER, Wis. ( WEAU /Gray News) – A high school senior in Wisconsin died from an injury suffered during Thursday night’s football game. Superintendent Drew Semingson said 17-year-old Adam Massman was hurt during the game and received medical care from emergency personnel on the field before ...
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