Courtesy Photo AUSTIN Days after launching the second phase of the state’s Rapid DNA Testing Program, the Texas Department of Public Safety Crime Laboratory Division announces a positive Combined DNA Index System “hit” in Montgomery County. The second phase launched on Oct. 15 after more than a y...
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The Associated Press A series about Muhammad Ali and a new album from Kings of Leon 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...
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By FATIMA HUSSEIN The Associated Press WASHINGTON People heading into the Affordable Care Act open enrollment period with plans to sign up for insurance should expect a variety of changes in 2027, including higher premiums and fewer coverage options. The sign-up window for the ma...
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By SCHUYLER DIXON AP Pro Football Writer FRISCO, Texas Owner Jerry Jones and quarterback Dak Prescott tried to shield coach Brian Schottenheimer from mounting criticism after the Dallas Cowboys again failed to put together consecutive victories. The latest loss was the most crush...
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During Tuesday’s 10 a.m. Ector County Commissioner’s Court meeting the court will discuss economic development during an executive session about a data center dubbed “Project Landman.” Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett said the data center project is one of the ones the Court eng...
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A polling site is seen on the first day of early voting in McAllen on Oct. 19, 2026. Credit: Gabriel V. Cardenas for The Texas Tribune By Carlos Nogueras Ramos, Jayme Lozano Carver, Stephen Simpson, Berenice Garcia and Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune We had a Railroad Commission can...
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Republican Governor Greg Abbott detailed his affordability plan during a campaign rally Sunday, ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election.
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Ector County Coliseum is welcoming a full month of entertainment, holiday shopping, live sports and special events this November. From the Junior League of Odessa’s 43rd Annual Merry Marketplace to Odessa Jackalopes hockey, bull riding, a Tejano celebration and live professional ...
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The Compass Academy volleyball team will face Idalou in the area round of the Class 3A Div. II playoffs at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Seminole. The Lady Cougars enter at 37-4. Compass Academy defeated Crane 3-0 in Thursday’s bi-district round game. Idalou defeated Friona in three sets Sat...
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Iran said Monday it had a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks with the United States, shortening a process originally expected to take seven days. The U.N. migration agency said more than 300,000 people in Yemen had fled renewed fighting. Israel's...
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The Permian Basin is more than a place on a map. It is a community defined by the people who call it home, the families who shape its future, and the shared values, experiences, and stories that make West Texas unique. On November 2, Basin PBS will introduce a refreshed brand ide...
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COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Retired managers Dusty Baker, Bruce Bochy, Joe Maddon and Lou Piniella are among eight men on the ballot for the Hall of Fame’s contemporary era committee for managers, executives and umpires that meets on Dec. 6 at the winter meetings in San Diego. Forme...
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Midland and Odessa’s Bubba’s 33 locations will continue their annual Veterans Day tradition of welcoming veterans and active U.S. military to enjoy free lunch on Wednesday, November 11, from open to 4 p.m. For veterans and active military unable to attend this year’s event, the r...
