Midland police and firefighters responded to hundreds of fireworks-related calls over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, resulting in one person suffering a traumatic injury.
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LA GUAIRA, Venezuela (AP) — When the high-rise where Noel Márquez lived with his family crashed to the ground and burst into flames in Venezuela's twin earthquakes, Márquez, who happened to be at his girlfriend’s apartment, raced home and called out for his mother, grandparents and siblings. Only...
WARD COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Texas Department of Transportation says crews are working along Interstate 20 east of Monahans. Officials say an eastbound driving lane will be closed from Mile Marker 88 to Mile Marker 94 while crews perform maintenance operations. This is near the Ward-Ector Coun...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crime Stoppers are seeking public assistance in identifying two thieves wanted for stealing over $715 worth of items from HEB in early June. The incident occurred on June 6, 2026. + If you have any information regarding these individuals, you are encouraged to...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Police Department reported that calls poured into dispatch during the July 4th holiday weekend. Dispatch reported 214 calls for fireworks in the city between July 2 and July 5. Additionally, Midland Fire Department reported 38 fireworks-related calls from 9 p.m. on...
Midland police and firefighters responded to hundreds of fireworks-related calls over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, resulting in one person suffering a traumatic injury.
Midland Animal Services has reported improvements in their shelter's performance, with an average length of stay of 9.72 days in June 2026, a live-release rate of 75%, and 109 adoptions, 144 transfers, and 13 animals euthanized for space reasons.
BONHAM, Texas (KXII) - A boating crash on Lake Bonham left three boys seriously injured Saturday evening, and a boat operator has been arrested, officials said.The collision happened around 5:30 p.m. The boys—ages 7, 12, and 13—were being towed on a tube when another boat “suddenly turned and t-b...
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - Texas Department of Public Safety state troopers conducted Operation Sand Blast in Pecos and Reeves counties from June 21-27, focusing on highway safety through proactive traffic enforcement and criminal interdiction.Troopers stopped 2,865 vehicles during the operation, issu...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Monday night at Momentum Bank Ballpark fans are invited to cheer on Team USA as they take on Belgium in the World Cup.Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. game.The event is in partnership with West Texas F.C. and Tall City Brewing Co.
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Banana Ball spent three nights in West Texas this weekend, and in addition to the on-field entertainment, the organization used its platform to honor local foster families through its Banana’s Foster program.Founded in 2023, Banana’s Foster was created to celebrate familie...
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Monday demanded that members put forward “clear, concrete and credible plans” to reach the organization’s defense spending targets at its annual summit in Ankara. Rutte spoke in the Turkish capital ahead of the two-day summit starting on ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A crash involving an electric bike led to the death of a man in Midland on June 28.According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened at around 8:15 p.m. in the area of CR 1200 & CR 117.Investigators say 37-year-old William Thomas Martin was southbound ...
GAINES COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A rollover crash in Gaines county led to the death of a woman and sent a 13-year-old girl to the hospital on Thursday evening.According to Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened at around 6:30 p.m. on July 2, on Highway 385.Investigators say a Dodge Ra...
GAINES COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - A woman died in a rollover accident this past Thursday in Gaines County. The woman has been identified as 30-year-old Brenda Anais Archuleta from Ropesville, Texas. Archuleta was pronounced dead at the scene. The second driver involved has been identified as 55-...
MILDAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - A bicyclist died after being struck by a car along CR 12000 & CR 117. The collision occurred last Sunday, June 28, 2026. The bicyclist has been identified as Midland native William Thomas Martin, 37 years old. Martin was pronounced dead after being transported to Univ...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa Fire Rescued was called about an apartment fire at 3965 Penbrook St., Alturas Penbrook Apartments on Sunday morning, according to the department. OFR reported that they were called to the scene around 9:07 A.M. and upon arrival, crews encountered a fully involved sec...
(Gray News) - U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be available to play in the team’s round of 16 match against Belgium.Balogun, 25, was given a red card for stepping on the foot of Tarik Muharemović of Bosnia and Herzegovina during the U.S. round of 32 game. The U.S. went on to win the game 2-0, de...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police and Odessa Fire Rescue responded to reports of smoke coming from an apartment at Alturas Penbrook Apartments, according to video from the scene.Smoke was visible coming from the apartment. Details remain limited at this time. This is a developing story.
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Night three of Banana Ball did not disappoint, as the Texas Tailgaters and the Party Animals brought another sold-out crowd to Momentum Bank Ballpark. The Tailgaters defeated the Party Animals 3-2 in the series finale and won the series 2-1. The Tailgaters improve to ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Community members from the City of Midland made their way out this morning to begin Fourth of July festivities at the 63rd annual Kids Sidewalk Parade. We're told that over 350 children participated in this year's parade, riding bikes, mini cars, and roller blades aro...
The City of Odessa marked the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding with an Americana-themed parade down North Texas Ave., followed by a staple festival capping off the night.
CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Egypt coach Hossam Hassan waved a Palestinian flag on the pitch after his team's victory over Australia in the World Cup, saying he was dedicating it to both Egyptians and Palestinians. “My heart and soul are with them,” he said in an emotional postgame interview. Egypt won it...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Odessa Police Department has unveiled a memorial honoring Officer Bailey Martin as the community marks one year since his death in the devastating July 4th flooding along the Guadalupe River.Martin was killed while vacationing with family in the Texas Hill Country durin...
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. The statement came as a rebel group announced a new offensive to capture a northern town. Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane, a spokesperson for the Azawad Liberation Front ...
ERFURT, Germany (AP) — Delegates at the national convention of the far-right Alternative for Germany party on Saturday overwhelmingly reelected its leaders, including Alice Weidel, as tens of thousands of protesters aimed to disrupt the meeting and some clashed with police. Alternative for German...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - In game two of the Banana Ball series between the Texas Tailgaters and the Party Animals the Tailgaters tied up the series with a 4-3 win. The two teams are back tomorrow night for the final game of the series at 7:00 p.m. at Momentum Bank Ballpark. Below is a gallery...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Texas Tailgaters defeated the Party Animals 4-3 in night two of the Banana Ball series at Momentum Bank Ballpark. In night one, the Party Animals stole the first game, winning that one 4-1 after a weather delay pushed the first pitch back to 9 p.m. Tonight, a pack...
LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (AP) — Three people died and seven others were rescued Friday after a boat capsized in Geneva Lake as a strong storm passed through southern Wisconsin, an official said. Many injuries were reported in Wisconsin’s Walworth County after the storm toppled trees, knocked down power ...
The Permian Basin Honor Flight has taken over 1,200 veterans from the Permian Basin, Concho Valley and Big Country to Washington, D.C. to visit memorials and honor their service, with the help of volunteers, nurses, doctors and counselors.
BLACKWELL, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — For the Burwick family, the Fourth of July has long been about bringing celebration to others. One year after the historic July 4, 2025, flood claimed the life of Tanya Burwick, the only person who died in the flooding, the family is honoring her memory...
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/3/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. THE RIDGE KEEPS BEEFING UP JUST WEST OF US THROUGH NEXT WEEK, AND THAT MEANS THE HEAT IS HERE TO STAY.
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - As we are less than 24 hours away from celebrating the 4th of July and the country's 250th anniversary, it is important to practice safety while enjoying the festivities. Watch the full video above to see what you should know ahead of the 4th of July holiday.
BIG SPRING, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Members of the City of Big Spring kicked off Fourth of July festivities yesterday with a reading of the Declaration of Independence event. The event was held outside the city courthouse; as we're told, the event is taking us back to what it was like when the histor...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - As the Fourth of July approaches, we spoke with community members about what the patriotic holiday means to them. Watch the full video above to see what was said!
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - This July Fourth is going to be one for the books. Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary has brought out the patriot in so many people, and the City of Midland is hoping to help add to that! The Star-Spangled Salute is an annual event that always draws a crowd, but ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Midland man has won over $350,000 during a Fourth of July weekend trip to Las Vegas. The man, who works in the oil field industry and wishes to remain anonymous, says he was playing a slot machine at Caesars Palace on Friday when a single spin on a Diamond Links mach...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Banana Ball is in Midland, and some West Texas umpires are getting a once-in-a-lifetime experience.The Texas Tailgaters and the Party Animals are in the middle of a three-game series at Momentum Bank Ballpark. The Texas Association of Sports Officials is providing line ump...
NEW YORK (AP) — Amanda Powell flew a thousand miles from Little Rock, Arkansas, to the heart of New York City for just one reason: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. She and two friends came “just to celebrate Taylor's wedding and congratulate her on her big day,” she said. Powell was one o...
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