By DEEPA BHARATH The Associated Press LOS ANGELES Chien Le first met the Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara in 2005, a few years before Pannakara became a novice monk at the Texas Buddhist temple where he is now the deputy abbot. What struck Le then, and amazes him still, is Pannakara’s iron-clad deter...
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday, forcing its crew to abandon the ship even as the United States conducted yet-another round of airstrikes targeting the Islamic Republic over control of the key waterway. The 10 consecutive nights of U...
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — For the first time, a sitting secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce visited the Rio Grande Valley. Howard Lutnick was in McAllen on Monday to announce a $6 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA). “You guys have the land. You guys h...
A young Louisiana woman underwent multiple surgeries following a catastrophic rope swing injury during a Carnival cruise in Honduras that required a nearly $50,000 emergency air evacuation.
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Hungary’s government announced an investigation Monday into a large foreign investment by Chinese automaker BYD negotiated by a former foreign minister who last week resigned from Parliament to take an executive position at the company. Péter Szijjártó's announcement last...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/20/2026) “Get ready for the summer heat, it’s back in full force.” That’s your 7-day Forecast +3! Staying on top of your weather forecast is easy—just visit YourBasin.com or download the Your Basin app for the latest updates anytime. – Chief Forecaster Horace Brown.
The Midland County Sheriff's Department is recruiting qualified academy cadets and certified peace officers for various roles, offering a starting salary of $80,000 along with several benefits.
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) — With over 30 guests in attendance, the pressure is on for Kayla Castleberry. The audience's eyes trained on her, she and an assistant prepare to take fresh muffins out of the oven. But Castleberry isn't preparing food on one of Gordon Ramsey's cooking shows. Nor is sh...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Many people are not getting the nutrients they need each day, which is why many people rely on vitamins. But whether it's vitamin C or biotin, experts say vitamins are just one part of a healthy lifestyle. Vitamins are part of a multi-billion-dollar industry. For many ...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa Police Department and Odessa Fire Marshal’s Office are coming together for July's Neighborhood Watch meeting. The meeting is taking place on Tuesday, July 21, from 6-8 pm at Woodson Park, 1020 Martin Luther King Jr. St. This month's topic covers fire safety,...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - With the first day of school just weeks away, health experts say now is the time for families to make sure children are healthy and ready for the classroom. As families prepare for a new school year, pharmacists say back to school health checks are just as important as buy...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police are working to identify a man found dead inside a clothes donation box last Friday at 8th Street and Coleman Avenue. Investigators say no signs of foul play were found. An autopsy has been ordered. Neighbor noticed odor weeks before discovery A neighbor who li...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - With the first day of school nearing, parents are being reminded to make sure their children meet Texas immunization requirements before classes begin. To help families get ready, the Ector County Health Department is holding its annual back-to-school immunization clinics i...
Spanish soccer has reached a level of its own. Spain’s World Cup victory on Sunday added to the nation’s long list of recent triumphs across men’s, women’s and youth competitions, highlighting the dominance of a system that has stuck to a tactical identity and the development of collective talent...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Fire Department, Midland ISD, the Midland County Sheriff’s Office and other public safety partners will conduct active shooter training this week at Greenwood Intermediate School. According to Midland officials, people in the area may notice an increased presen...
MONAHANS, Texas (KOSA) - The Monahans Police Department says it’s increasing enforcement to address speeding. According to a post made by the Monahans police, they will be working with TxDOT and law enforcement to crack down on speeding starting July 18 and will end on August 3. This is apart of ...
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - A 20-year-old man who died in a crash on I-20 near Pecos early Sunday has been identified by family members as Alex Holguín. The crash happened in the westbound lanes of I-20 near mile marker 53 , according to DPS. Witnesses said the interstate was shut down following the cr...
PRESIDIO, Texas (KOSA) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 22.4 kilograms of fentanyl concealed in the spare tire of a pickup truck at the Presidio Port of Entry. According to CBP, officers found the narcotics during the early morning hours on July 15, after a man driving a 2018 ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Texas Department of Transportation has announced the continuation of construction of the Loop 250/Todd Drive Interchange Project. This project looks to improve safety, reduce congestion, and enhance connectivity along the Loop 250 corridor. Included in the project...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Midland ISD trustee is calling for Midland County Judge Terry Johnson to resign, alleging the county’s top elected official violated state law by improperly obtaining and releasing a resident’s personal identifying information. Brandon W. Hodges, who represents Distr...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland elected official Brandon W. Hodges is calling on the Midland County Commissioners Court to seek the immediate resignation of County Judge Terry Johnson, claiming Johnson violated the public trust by releasing a citizen’s sensitive personal information. In a letter,...
LONDON (AP) — British prosecutors charged a 28-year-old man with murder Monday in the death of former politician and reality TV contestant Ann Widdecombe. Joshua Kerry was charged after more than a week in custody on suspicion of murder and acts of terror. Police are continuing to investigate his...
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly 50 pounds of fentanyl hidden inside a spare tire of a pickup truck at the Presidio Port of Entry.
The Midland Salvation Army is expanding its feeding and relief operations to support recovery efforts for communities impacted by recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Midland County Fire Marshal Justin Bunch was deployed to assist in assessing storm damage in Batesville, Texas, helping state officials determine the level of disaster relief needed.
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County Fire Marshal Justin Bunch has been deployed to South Texas to help assess damage following the severe storms and flooding that have impacted communities across the Texas Hill Country and South Texas Plains. Bunch is the first Midland County employee d...
The family of Bryan Alejandro Peinado, a 20-year-old man who died in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 20 in Ward County, is seeking donations through a GoFundMe campaign to cover funeral expenses.
Six Ector County Independent School District educators graduated from The Holdsworth Center's Aspiring Principals Program, with several transitioning into new leadership roles across the district.
The Associated Press Charli xcx’s new album and a pickleball movie starring Jake Johnson are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time this week, as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists...
Feature Impact Busy families are looking for snacks that do more than simply satisfy hunger — they want foods that deliver great taste along with meaningful nutrition. That’s one reason kiwifruit has become one of the fastest-growing fruits in the produce department with more shoppers discovering...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - After years of answering the call, Fire Fighter Martin Nunez is hanging up his gear. The Midland Fire Department is celebrating Nunez’s retirement, recognizing a career spent serving the community he’s called home. In a Facebook post they the department thanked him for his...
WARD COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - One person is dead after an eleven vehicle crash early Sunday morning in Ward County on I-20 . According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, on July 19 at 4:45 a.m. police responded to a call about an eleven car crash that happened on I-20 on mile marker 51 going...
Leadership development is a strategic priority for our school district. Among the efforts is a partnership through The Holdsworth Center’s Aspiring Principal Program. We are excited to introduce six more graduates of the leadership program: Amanda Anderson, newly named principal at Ross Elementa...
A 20-year-old Midland man was killed and five others were injured in an 11-vehicle chain-reaction crash on Interstate 20 in Ward County on Sunday morning.
China’s energy initiatives at Namibia in Southwest Africa and elsewhere around the world make it clear that the nation with the world’s second-biggest population of 1.4 billion is looking far into the future with oil and natural gas, of which it has an inadequate domestic supply. India is the mos...
Texas is among a majority of states with open primaries where any eligible registered voter can vote in the primary election, regardless of their party affiliation. Nevertheless, there has been a recent movement among some Texas Republicans to close our Republican primary to only those who regist...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A new partnership between the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Permian Basin Chapter and Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin aims to remove a common financial barrier for students entering the trades: the cost of professional-grade tools. Shane Bell, Pres...
PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - Couple of road closures are happening in downtown Pecos. According to the City of Pecos, there will be road closures in downtown Pecos on East 2nd Street near South Oak and Highway 285. These road closures are happening because of construction happening on one of the buildin...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Back to school season is already here for our educators and First Alert 7 and the Garriga Law Firm are teaming up to help teachers get off to a great start. Norma Reyes, a Spanish teacher at Vasquez Middle School in Odessa, is the first of five teachers to win a $300 gift c...
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