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By JOSEPH WILSON The Associated Press ANN ARBOR, Mich. The metallic screech followed by a sad excuse for a bang. The tap-tap-tap of a cat eager to come in before dusk. The erratic thumping of moths doomed by the siren-pull of the kitchen light. Morning brings the soft knock of a ...
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NEW YORK (AP) — Across the U.S., calls to “tax the rich” have become potent political slogans. But even in Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s New York, getting the wealthy to pay more isn’t playing out as smoothly as supporters hoped. What seemed at first like an easy idea — slapping a new t...
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Midland County will launch a comprehensive inventory of approximately 2,500 roadway signs and supports to improve maintenance efficiency via its Geographic Information System mapping software....
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Midland County Judge Terry Johnson filed a legal response on Tuesday to a civil lawsuit seeking his removal from office following allegations that he shared a restricted warrant services report on Facebook....
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HOPKINS, Minn. (AP) — A man killed his partner and child at a home daycare they own in Minnesota before taking his life, police said Wednesday. All six other kids who were at the home have been reunited with their parents, and none were injured, according to authorities in Hopkin...
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MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County Judge Terry Johnson is admitting under oath that he posted a restricted law enforcement report on Facebook and is asking a jury to decide whether he had the right to do so. In a new court filing, Judge Johnson, through his attorney, a...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - IDEA Public Schools has filed a lawsuit against Midland ISD, claiming the district improperly terminated its agreement to operate IDEA Travis and forced the charter school operator off the campus weeks before the start of the 2026-27 school year. According...
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Feature Impact On those days when you’re craving something fresh and don’t feel like doing a lot of cooking, salads are the ideal solution. They’re nutritious, easy to throw together and endlessly customizable so you can make them with the ingredients you have to suit the flavor ...
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By ALBERT STUMM The Associated Press The first night in a new place is always the same for Robinson Leoni: He takes longer to fall asleep, wakes up more often during the night and gets less sleep overall. At home he averages seven hours. The first night away — with or without ear...
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The Odessa Police Department is seeking a suspect who used a forged check belonging to a deceased individual to purchase items at a Walgreens.
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A woman is accused of using a forged check to purchase merchandise at a Walgreens in Odessa. According to Odessa police, the incident happened at the store located at 2161 E. 42nd St. The check used in the transaction had belonged to a person who died in 20...
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Texas lawmakers have focused on developing the state’s broadband availability in recent years, as an estimated seven million residents don’t have internet access. Credit: Mitch Borden for The Texas Tribune By Jayme Lozano Carver, The Texas Tribune LUBBOCK The Texas Broadband Deve...
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The Odessa Police Department is investigating the use of a forged check at Walgreens. According to an OPD news release, a woman used a forged check to purchase merchandise from the Walgreens located at 2161 E. 42nd St. The check had belonged to a person who passed away in 2025. A...
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By MAURA CAREY AP Sports Writer From early-season heavyweight clashes to conference rivalry games, the road to the College Football Playoff could come down to a handful of marquee matchups. Here are six must-watch games that could shape the playoff race in 2026: Ohio State at Tex...
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By CHEYANNE MUMPHREY AP Education Writer FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. Parent-teacher conferences can conjure a familiar scene: adults crammed into child-size chairs, listening to teachers run through a list of students’ achievements and struggles. For many families, they can also mean frustr...
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Talker News | Talker From gambling and pawning possessions to taking out loans, a new survey uncovered the extreme lengths parents go to afford back-to-school supplies. The survey of 2,000 parents of school-aged children revealed that nearly one in 10 (8%) have gambled in order t...
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SNYDER, Texas (KOSA) - The Scurry County Sheriff’s Office is turning to the public for help tracking down a wanted man. Deputies are searching for 31-year-old Daniel Michel Baltazar. Authorities say Baltazar is wanted on a warrant for motion to revoke probation. Baltazar is descr...
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The Associated Press MAUMELLE, Ark. A high school football player in Arkansas had every right to be rattled after finding a venomous snake inside his helmet during practice. The Maumelle High student felt unusual movement inside his headgear following warmups last week and brough...
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Gov. Greg Abbott answers questions from the media during a press conference in Austin on Aug. 10, 2026. Credit: Aiden Gonzalez/The Texas Tribune By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Texas teachers who have inappropriate relationships with students would face a minimum of 10 years in p...
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By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON U.S. inflation declined slightly last month as the cost of gas and groceries slipped, though prices are still rising more quickly than before the Iran war, posing challenges for the White House as the midterm elections near. C...
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Cal Hendrick The Odessa City Council unanimously agreed Tuesday that if they raise the property tax rate for next year the maximum amount they will consider raising it to is 0.471578 for every $100 of assessed valuation. If the city council approves that tax rate in September, it...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Local planners are looking for your help to make Midland a safer, more accessible place to travel—whether you walk, bike, drive, or use a mobility device. The City of Midland is partnering with the Permian Basin Metropolitan Planning Organization (PBMPO) t...
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Midland Health Services reported a broad increase in service activity during July 2026, highlighted by significant rises in vaccinations, inspections, and services provided to residents aged 18 and younger....
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Fire Department is hosting a community water event Friday at CJ Kelly Park. The Wet ‘n Wild event will take place on August 14, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 5500 League Drive. Attendees can participate in water games and meet Midland firefigh...
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Medical Center Health System is partnering with Odessa Fire Rescue, Odessa Police Department, the City of Odessa, Texas Department of Transportation, and Texas A&M AgriLife to host a free Back-to-School Car Seat Safety Bash from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 15. Date: Saturday,...
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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The long-awaited Adela and Gilbert Vasquez Middle School opened August 11th, welcoming students for the 2016-2027 school year. The school has around 75 teachers and 90 staff members and is expecting around 1,100 students. Vasquez Middle School is the fi...
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Two Big Lake residents were killed in a rear-end collision involving a construction crane on State Highway 137 in Glasscock County.
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GLASSCOCK COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Two people were killed Tuesday afternoon in a crash on State Highway 137 at County Road 110 in Glasscock County. According to DPS, the crash was reported at around 5:00 p.m. on Aug. 11. During the investigation, a Grove Crane, traveling northbound...
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PHILADELPHIA John Arthur Lewis arrives at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival this September with “Redeeming Time,” a solo performance four decades in the making — and one that has already proven it belongs in the room with audiences who weren’t expecting to recognize themselves in ...
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Join the Odessa Police Department for the next Neighborhood Watch Meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 18, in the Sherwood Park Community Center, located at 4819 N. Everglade Ave. A Civilian Response to an Active Shooter Event (C.R.A.S.E.) training will be taught. C.R.A.S.E. trainin...
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Ector County Independent School District trustees met Tuesday with Superintendent Dr. Keeley Boyer saying the opening of Vasquez Middle School was special, and she said VMS had 358 6th graders show up, which is the largest number at any middle school. Trustees discussed TASB Boar...
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At a time when civic participation feels more important than ever, we each have a role to play in strengthening our democracy. Voting is one of the most direct and powerful ways individuals can make their voices heard, yet many eligible voters remain disengaged or unsure how to p...
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Following a supplier-initiated recall by Ron’s Home Style Foods, Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled 59 store-made items due to possible salmonella contamination. The affected products contain Pico De Gallo made with jalapeños that were recalled in association with the ...
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ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - Brewster County Sheriff’s Office deputies are conducting a training at Alpine Christian School on Wednesday, Aug. 12, according to the sheriff’s office. A large police presence is expected in the area. Deputies said the activity is part of a training exerci...
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President Donald Trump says he slipped away from Air Force One after a trip last month in Turkey because the Secret Service and military wanted him on a “different plane” due to a threat he insisted didn’t scare him. Trump downplayed the extraordinary nature of the subterfuge inv...
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By Toni King Toni: I received a call in the beginning of June from Medicare asking for my personal information to verify the activation of my new plastic Medicare card with a chip. I’m concerned because I have not received the card yet. Who do I call to see if Medicare was trying...
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ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - A dry lightning strike started a fire about two miles east of the landfill outside Alpine on Tuesday afternoon, bringing two volunteer fire departments together to get it under control. Marathon Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) received the call around 3:30...
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Three Pakistani nationals were among those killed when Iranian-backed Houthis attacked a ship off Yemen, the first known deaths from the rebels' attacks on shipping in the latest bout of fighting that has raised fears of war expanding in the region. Here’s a look at the latest de...
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TERRELL COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Terrell County Animal Shelter is closed, and Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland wants the public to know exactly why. The AC system isn’t working, and Cleveland said that’s a problem he takes seriously — especially in West Texas heat. “I will not knowin...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help locating Joshua Ramos, a man police say has repeatedly stolen from Kent Kwik stores in the area. Ramos has an active theft warrant out of Midland County. Anyone with information on his location is aske...
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PEREIRA, Colombia (AP) — The search for life in the rubble of Colombia’s powerful earthquake grew more desperate on Wednesday as search teams pushed up against a key time threshold to locate survivors with signs of life. The devastation has tested Colombia’s new President Abelard...
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WINK, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Winning has become a tradition in Wink, and the Wildcats are looking to keep that tradition alive in 2026. Wink has won four straight district championships, continuing to establish itself as one of the most dominant programs in the area. Last season, th...
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The Odessa City Council established a maximum proposed property tax rate of $0.471578 per $100 of taxable value for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, which is scheduled to undergo two rounds of voting in September....
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LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Gov. Greg Abbott visited Lubbock on Tuesday, the day before the start of the school year for many students, to announce a new initiative targeting educators who engage in inappropriate relationships with students. Abbott said there were more than 1,600 all...
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Odessa City Council progress on providing a free week of water to residents following a July water supply issue remains delayed due to ongoing work on the 2026-2027 municipal budget....
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A 30-year-old Odessa woman was killed earlier this month in a two-vehicle crash in Ward County. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, a 21-year-old Monahans man was traveling west on Interstate 20 Aug. 3 when the front left tire and wheel assembly on his Chevrolet 3...
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The Compass Academy volleyball team began its 2026 season on the right note, defeating Pecos in three sets Tuesday at home. The Lady Cougars (1-0) won by scores of 25-14, 25-12, 25-16. Compass Academy will next compete in the Monahans Tournament from Friday-Saturday. The post HIG...
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The Permian volleyball team began the season with a five-set victory against Andrews Tuesday at Permian Fieldhouse. With the Lady Panthers and the Lady Mustangs playing their season opener, both teams fought back and forth in an intense contest. Permian (1-0) won by scores of 21-...
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PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - Pecos police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman accused of stealing three briskets from a local store Monday. According to the Pecos Police Department, officers responded to a reported theft at La Tienda, on Aug. 10. According to police, th...
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News Release from Albertsons Companies and The United Family Albertsons Companies Voluntarily Recalls 59 Store-Made Items Containing Pico de Gallo Made with Recalled Jalapeños Following a Supplier Recall Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination Following a supplier-initiated reca...
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IRAAN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Iraan Braves are hungry for more success heading into the 2026 season. Last year, Iraan finished 7-4 overall and placed third in District 4-2A Division II. The Braves advanced to the playoffs before falling 35-24 to Seagraves in the bi-district roun...
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BIG LAKE, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - After a disappointing 2025 season, the Reagan County Owls are looking to get back to the level of success they found just two years ago. The Owls finished 3-7 last season, falling just short of a postseason appearance. Now, with a more experienced ro...
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ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Alpine is working to recover from a series of water system failures. Alpine remains on Stage 4 water restrictions and a boil water notice. Crews have repaired a four-foot hairline fracture on West Highway 90 that caused upper hill tanks to drain...
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FORT STOCKTON, Texas (KOSA) - A group of Fort Stockton students are taking the next step toward their career in the electrical trade. They’ve completed free hands-on training preparing them for the workforce to meet the growing need across the Permian Basin. For these graduates, ...
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Coming into this season with a new head coach and a different offense, the Andrew Mustangs will still have a lot of returning players that should make this year’s team pretty dangerous. Former defensive coordinator Jason Richters has since been promoted to head coach, replacing T...
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea fired a possible ballistic missile toward the sea on Wednesday, Japan’s Defense Ministry said, the second such weapons launch in less than a week. The Defense Ministry said the suspected weapon has landed in the waters. Yonhap news agency, ci...
