What remains of the Iran deal as fighting rages
The conflict between Iran and the United States has intensified in recent days and an interim deal to end the fighting has collapsed less than a month after it was signed. The Memorandum of Understand
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The Latest: Trump is expected to make election conspiracies a focus of his national address
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation Thursday at 9 p.m. ET on topics he said will include elections and voting machines, suggesting he could revisit long-debunked conspiracy theories about his 2020 defeat to Democrat Joe Biden. The speech comes as he’s escalated his calls for Repub...
TxDOT to expedite build of new traffic light after toddler killed in Odessa crash
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- State Representative Brooks Landgraf said crews with the Texas Department of Transportation will expedite plans to build a much-needed traffic light at the intersection of Andrews Highway and 100th Street after the death of an Odessa toddler earlier this month. The area...
Crash involving multiple 18-wheelers on Interstate 20
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A major crash is causing delays to eastbound traffic on Interstate 20 in Odessa. Witnesses and our reporter at the scene say at least three semi-trucks were involved. The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-20, just east of West County Road.Crews are working to clear...
FIRST ALERT: Heavy rain & flash flooding threat continues across parts of West Texas through end of workweek
MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The potential for heavy rainfall and flash flooding continues across parts of West Texas through the end of the workweek along with well below-normal temperatures.FLOOD WATCHA Flood Watch continues through Friday evening as additional rounds of showers and thunderst...
Rubio gathers countries on left-wing political violence as it becomes a Trump focus in elections
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday convened leaders from more than 60 countries to take part in the Trump administration's latest effort to quell what it calls “left wing” political terrorism, a marquee issue for Republicans heading into the midterm elections. This focus comes even as stu...
Odessa College reopens renovated tennis and pickleball courts
Odessa College has reopened its renovated tennis and pickleball facilities featuring new lighting that allows for play until 10 PM.
What remains of the Iran deal as fighting rages
The conflict between Iran and the United States has intensified in recent days and an interim deal to end the fighting has collapsed less than a month after it was signed. The Memorandum of Understanding was supposed to halt all military operations and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial water...
Man arrested in Midland after firing weapon during dispute
Midland Police arrested a man Wednesday after he allegedly fired a weapon during an argument and evaded officers on foot.
TxDOT kicks off "Be Safe. Drive Smart." speeding campaign
The Texas Department of Transportation is launching its "Be Safe. Drive Smart." speeding awareness campaign and Operation Slowdown, which will feature increased law enforcement patrols from July 18 through August 2.
Midland County approved new GIS coordinator position
The Midland County Commissioners Court approved the creation of a new Geographic Information Systems coordinator position in the Road and Bridge Department to manage infrastructure data and support departmental coordination.
Man arrested after firing gun during argument, fleeing officers on foot in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after firing a weapon during an argument with a woman, leading to a brief foot pursuit.According to the Midland Police Department, officers responded at about 1:56 p.m. Wednesday to a report of a disturbance involving weapons in the a...
State Rep. Brooks Landgraf: Plans expedited for traffic signal after deadly crash
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - State Rep. Brooks Landgraf said expedited plans are underway for a traffic signal at the intersection of Andrews Highway and 100th Street following a crash that claimed the life of 2-year-old Isabel Gonzalez.In a social media post, Landgraf said that after communicating wit...
New GIS coordinator position open in Midland County
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County Commissioners Court has approved the creation of a new Geographic Information Systems (GIS) coordinator position within the county’s Road and Bridge Department, to strengthening how the county manages infrastructure, development and public service dat...
Tall City Brewing’s Landman Lager wins silver at U.S. Open Beer Championship
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Tall City Brewing Co. has earned a silver medal for its Landman Lager in the American Light Lager category at the 2026 U.S. Open Beer Championship.This is one of North America’s largest professional beer competitions.“This award means the world to our team,” said Steph...
Texas Tech chair donated $275K to Ken Paxton day before AG intervened in Brendan Sorsby saga
Last month, Attorney General Ken Paxton waded into the explosive college football saga involving Brendan Sorsby, the Texas Tech University quarterback who had admitted to placing thousands of improper sports bets, including on his own team’s games, resulting in the NCAA declaring him ineligible t...
Border Patrol agents stop human smuggling attempt in Marfa
MARFA, Texas (KOSA) - U.S. Border Patrol agents stop alleged human smuggling attempt at Marfa checkpoint. According to a social media post from U.S. Border Patrol’s Big Bend Sector, agents at the Marfa checkpoint stopped an alleged human smuggling attempt on Highway 67. Border Patrol said further...
Oxy donates land to Midland County for road improvements
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County is one step closer to better roads in its southwest corridor, thanks to a land donation from Oxy.The company handed over approximately 55.55 acres to the county, and representatives from both sides gathered at the site to mark the transfer. The land i...
United Way recognizes agencies supporting kids, families, adults in need
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - United Way of Odessa is recognizing local nonprofits supported through its latest round of funding, highlighting the work they do across three focus areas: health, youth success, and financial stability.According to a post made by United Way of Odessa, this week, they are f...
Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
When major disasters strike, Americans are routinely waiting weeks — or even months — to receive presidential approval for aid. And if they live in a state that didn't support President Donald Trump, chances are greater that aid will be denied. Since taking office last year, Trump has approved ab...
Five people arrested in connection with minor's shooting
ANDREWS, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Five individuals involved in the shooting of a minor that occurred last Saturday have been taken into custody. Reports show that both officers and Andrews EMS responded around 3:50 a.m. on July 11 to a reported shooting in the 700 block of Northwest 13th Street. The s...
4 arrested in connection with shooting of minor in Andrews
ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - Four people have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a minor at an Andrews home earlier this month.According to the Andrews Police Department, officers and EMS responded to a report of a shooting at about 3:50 a.m. July 11 at a home in the Aarea of Northwest 1...
The band playing when a Bangkok bar caught fire mourns its members among the 33 dead
BANGKOK (AP) — Victims of this week’s flash fire at a Bangkok music bar that took more than 30 lives included four of the six core members of the band playing when the blaze broke out. The fate of the Totsakan band has been a key focus in Thailand's coverage of the blaze, and as [...]
Video captures moment car performing ‘donuts’ hits bystander
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Newly obtained video shows the moment one person was hit by a car during a weekend car meet in Midland County, where two 18-year-olds are now facing felony charges.The video shows a blue BMW performing “donuts” in a parking lot at E. Wadley Ave. area before one pers...
Coahoma softball hires Meagan Gonzales as head coach
COAHOMA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - After former Coahoma head softball coach Alex Orosco stepped down, they found their next coach to lead the charge in Meagan Gonzales. Gonzales comes from Sundown High School, where she led the Roughettes to the state title in 2025 and took them back to the state title...
Odessa native Elle Rylee crowned Miss Texas Volunteer
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Elle Rylee is your newest Miss Texas Volunteer title holder and is excited to make an impact on a community that has supported her through so much. This past weekend, Rylee took the crown and while some would be safe to assume it must have been stressful, all she felt ...
Abbott: Texas flooding ‘likely going to break records’ as state deploys more than 1,300 personnel
AUSTIN, Texas (KWTX) — A Travis County official has confirmed to CBS Austin that there is one dead in Kerr County after a flooding rescue mission.Hector Nieto, a public information officer for the county, told CBS Austin that crews have been flying in to help with flooding throughout the region.C...
Oxy donated 55.55 acres to Midland County for road projects
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland County received approximately 55.55 acres from Oxy that will be used to support future road improvements as well as create better connectivity in the southwest part of the county. "Looking 50 and 60 years out, land is very expensive," Midland County Pub...
7/15/2026 7-Day Forecast +3: Get the umbrellas out Thursday and Friday
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – (7/15/2026) The ground is soaked; the rain keeps coming and that combo means we’re not out of the woods Thursday or Friday. Thursday starts off rather soggy, with showers likely in the morning and maybe a rumble of thunder before things ease back to scattered activity ...
Midwest Compressor opens Midland service location, assisting with natural gas compression
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Oil and gas operators across West Texas now have a new service company to choose from who rely on gas compression, electric-drive skids, and vapor recovery units to keep production running. Midwest Compressor has now expanded to Midland with a new field service office...
Harmony Home breaks ground on new facility, will serve communities in 7 West Texas counties
A new resource center for those affected by child abuse is coming to the Permian Basin. Harmony Home Children's Advocacy Center officially began construction of their new state-of-the-art facility on Wednesday, celebrating the occasion with a ground-breaking ceremony.
Researchers launch national survey on shift schedules and sleep health in firefighters
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Sleep is one of the fire service’s biggest health threats, and researchers are seeking firefighters’ help to better understand the impact on safety and well-being.The SHIFT Study — short for Shift Scheduling and Sleep Health in Firefighters — is a FEMA-funded national rese...
Crime Stoppers looking for public’s help identifying Permian High School burglary suspects
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying individuals suspected of burglarizing Permian High School early Tuesday morning.According to Crime Stoppers, the burglary happened at around 3:30 a.m. when the suspects entered the school by accessing the ...
Ector County man sentenced to 99 years for workplace murder
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - An Ector County jury has found a man guilty of murder and sentenced him to 99 years.According to the Ector County District Attorney’s Office, Anthony Cortez shot his co-worker, Marcos Criddle, where they worked on Nov. 5, 2024.Prosecutors said surveillance video showe...
Texas governor says dozens rescued during floods so far, urges continued diligence
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott held a severe weather briefing and press conference Wednesday afternoon.
GECU breaks ground in Odessa, marking first location outside El Paso
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - GECU broke ground on a new branch in Odessa, marking the credit union’s second location outside of El Paso and its first branch in the Permian Basin.GECU President and CEO Alex Rascon said the branch is prepared to support and serve the Odessa area. At the groundbreaking, t...
Man arrested after firing a weapon at a woman
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A man has been arrested after a disturbance with a weapon at a Midland Apartment Complex.It happened Wednesday just before 2pm in the 3000 block of North Midland Drive.MPD reported a male subject fired off a weapon during an argument with a woman. After police arrived, the...
Harmony Home breaks ground on new $10M Facility
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A longtime Permian Basin nonprofit is expanding right in its own backyard.Harmony Home Children’s Advocacy Center broke ground on a $10 million new facility aimed at increasing access to services for children and families who have experienced sexual and physical abuse. Lead...
Declassified documents detail 2015 ‘silent’ UFO sighting near Pantex nuclear facility
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Aliens are among us — maybe.The Department of War (or the Department of Defense for many people) released the fourth batch of newly declassified documents of UFO sightings last week. Pantex appears for the second time in the released documents. The declassified documents ...
Man charged with murder after woman found shot inside Iraan home
IRAAN, Texas (KOSA) - A man is in custody after a woman was found shot and killed inside a home in Iraan Tuesday night.Deputies responded to a home on East 7th Street following a 9-1-1 call. Inside, they found 47-year-old Claudia Ortiz with an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at th...
Hegseth announces new policy to test troops for low testosterone
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that he is rolling out a new screening program for “testosterone deficiency” among troops, calling it necessary to allow them to operate at their "absolute best.” The screenings will be conducted annually as part of service memb...