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Trump expected to end program for youthfull immigrants

Trump has been wrestling for months with what to do with the Obama-era DACA program, which has given almost 800,000 youthful immigrants a reprieve from deportation and the capability to work legally.

Millions who buy health insurance brace for acute increases

The most exposed consumers tend to be middle-class people who don’t qualify for the law’s income-based subsidies, including early retirees, self-employed professionals and business owners.

Harvey’s floodwaters mix a foul brew of sewage, chemicals

In a statement Thursday, federal and state environmental officials said their primary concerns were the availability of healthy drinking water and “ensuring wastewater systems are being monitored, tested for safety and managed appropriately.”

Congress comes back to Washington with agenda upended by Harvey

A daunting workload awaits, including funding the government by month’s end and enlargening the federal borrowing limit to head off a catastrophic first-ever default.

Eastern Caribbean battens down as Hurricane Irma approaches

The U.S. hurricane center says some strengthening of Irma was expected over the next forty eight hours.

Midland Humane Coalition soon-to-be wellness and treatment center can help displaced pets

Hundreds of animals from Texas were transported to several rescues around the country. States as far as Fresh Jersey, California and even Washington have taken in those animals to permit Harvey owners stay close to their pets that were placed in local shelters.

West Texas companies who have made deliveries to affected Harvey areas

We told you about West Texans who gathered donations this past week to help Hurricane Harvey victims. Some have already made their deliveries while some are still providing the care in those affected areas.

After sending trailers with donations to South Texas, Odessa woman prepares to visit for very first time

Arrest made after woman shot to death at Odessa apartment elaborate

Arrest made after woman shot to death at Odessa apartment sophisticated

An arrest has been made after a woman was shot to death in her apartment yesterday night just before eleven p.m.

US job growth slowed in August but economy still looks solid

US employers added constant 156,000 jobs in August, unemployment rate ticks up to Four.Four percent.

US employers added stable 156,000 jobs in August, unemployment rate ticks up to Four.Four percent.

Harvey’s dead mourned as search for missing gets desperate

Houston attempts to safeguard some areas by flooding others

Harvey’s floodwaters have now powerfully bruised more than 37,000 homes and demolished almost 7,000 statewide.

Hurricane Irma carrying one hundred fifteen winds, heading west

It’s still too soon to say how Irma may influence the U.S. coast, but it’s one people should keep an eye on as it churns its way west with winds more than one hundred mph.

Movie: Nurse arrested for not providing police patient’s blood

An officer arrested the nurse for obstructing justice, but she said she was just following hospital protocol in the aftermath of a crash.

Game Time – Week one Scoreboard

High school football is back and there is excitement in the air as teams begin their football seasons.

Ector Co. sticking to their education roots, providing back to those in South Texas

Food, clothes and individual hygiene items have been gathered by organizations across the state to donate to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. But, in Odessa one music teacher dreamed to concentrate on something that could be overlooked.

Food, clothes and individual hygiene items have been gathered by organizations across the state to donate to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. But, in Odessa one music teacher desired to concentrate on something that could be overlooked.

11th Court of Appeals sides with Union Pacific regarding Display of Support case

11th Court of Appeals sides with Union Pacific regarding Demonstrate of Support case

The 11th Court of Appeals in Eastland, TX, has ruled that a Midland County District Court was correct in their judgment for Union Pacific in a case involving the Display of Support crash that involved a train back in 2012.

Odessa police searching for suspects involved in car break-in

Odessa police need your help tracking down the people involved in an car break-in. They took credit cards and began using them. The suspect was able to make off with a handful of things including a gun and several credit cards.

Odessa police need your help tracking down the people involved in an car break-in. They took credit cards and commenced using them. The suspect was able to make off with a handful of things including a gun and several credit cards.

Alpine police reporting AT&T fiber optic line cut around Fort Stockton

The Alpine Police Department tells us that an AT&T fiber optic lines was cut around Fort Stockton. That’s caused a disruption in phone service, land and cell lines, in a large area in southwest Texas including the City of Alpine.

West Texas Food Bank getting ready to make 2nd excursion to South Texas

West Texas Food Bank getting ready to make 2nd tour to South Texas

They went, helped thousands of people and came back all in just a duo of days. The West Texas Food Bank is back from South Texas and already getting ready to head back out.

Medical resort, oil companies team up to take medical supply donations for Harvey victims

As donations for food, water, and clothes roll in across the Basin, many may not think of other essential items lot in flood waters.

Chick-fil-A matching donations for Harvey ease efforts

Chick-fil-A is now matching donations for Harvey ease efforts.

OPD looking for burglary, credit card manhandle suspect

The Odessa Police Department is asking for your help locating a burglary and credit card manhandle suspect.

Bart Starr’s corvette on display at Lambeau Field

Starr was said to have received the car after winning MVP honors in the very very first super cup in 1967.

Rescuers seek anyone _ alive or dead _ left in floodwaters

Harvey’s floodwaters commenced ripping off across much of the Houston area and the storm weakened slightly Wednesday but major dangers remained for the Gulf Coast area.

Harvey’s floodwaters commenced pulling down across much of the Houston area and the storm weakened slightly Wednesday but major dangers remained for the Gulf Coast area.

Explosions rock flood-crippled chemical plant near Houston

Company spokeswoman says flooded chemical plant in petite town northeast of Houston is poised to explode, tho’ the timing and the extent of the danger are not clear.

Company spokeswoman says flooded chemical plant in puny town northeast of Houston is poised to explode, however the timing and the extent of the danger are not clear.

Rescuers at India building collapse find fifteen injured, thirty three dead

Police say four people have been killed and at least thirty others are trapped in a building that collapsed in after torrential rains lashed western India.

US flies bombers, fighters in showcase of force against N. Korea

South Korea’s military says the U.S. flew B-1B supersonic bombers and F-35 fighter jets over South Korea in a demonstrate of force following North Korea’s latest ballistic missile launch.

Restaurant Report: Several top performers in Odessa

There were no low performers in either city for the week of August 7th through August 11th. And while Midland didn`t have any top performers either, several Odessa places had ideal scores.

There were no low performers in either city for the week of August 7th through August 11th. And while Midland didn`t have any top performers either, several Odessa places had flawless scores.

Officials say don’t believe hype behind gas shortage

Rumors of a gas shortage had drivers in the Basin doing doughnuts to the nearest station. Those rumors were not true.

Tempur-Pedic mattresses donated for fifty four Midland foster children

54 foster children will get to sleep in brand fresh mattresses at night, all thanks to Ashley Homestore in Midland.

Houston area evacuee perplexed with support from West Texas

Your generosity is helping pack trucks with supplies for Harvey victims. NewsWest nine in partnership with H-E-B and The West Texas Food Bank have been collecting donations this week.

Texting while driving law to take effect on Friday in Texas

It will be illegal to text and drive in the state of Texas kicking off on Friday. Many are wondering how an officer will be able to tell if you are texting an driving.

Hurricane Harvey’s effect on the McClendon Family

In the midst of Hurricane Harvey, Coach Greg McClendon’s mind has been with his old quarterback, his son Mason McClendon. The two of them lead the Mustangs to three straight state titles, the very first father son duo to do so in Texas high school football history.

Local Midland man uses boat to help victims of Hurricane Harvey

While some were fleeing South Texas, others ran to the front of the line. Michael Stevens was one of thousands of people that ran to the front lines.

Odessa Salvation Army preparing to send mobile kitchen to feed Harvey victims

The Salvation Army of Odessa is preparing to send their mobile kitchen to feed Harvey victims and they aren’t the only ones. The Salvation Army has already served thousands of meals in the wake of the storm.

Midland Police also urging peaceful regarding gas supply

Midland Police also urging tranquil regarding gas supply

The Midland Police Department has taken to social media to advise residents not to funk regarding the gasoline supply. They stated that they have spoken with numerous gas station owners around town and they are not brief on gas.

The Midland Police Department has taken to social media to advise residents not to fright regarding the gasoline supply. They stated that they have spoken with numerous gas station owners around town and they are not brief on gas.

Big Lake man killed in industrial accident in Midland Co.

A Big Lake man was killed in an industrial accident in Midland County on Thursday morning. We’re told the incident took place around eight a.m., about seven miles south of Sprayberry off of FM 1379.

City of Odessa urging residents to remain tranquil regarding gasoline supply

City of Odessa urging residents to remain silent regarding gasoline supply

The City of Odessa is advising residents to remain peaceful regarding the gasoline supply. We’re told that there is presently an ample gasoline supply, according to Texas Railroad Commissioner Ryan Sitton.

The City of Odessa is advising residents to remain quiet regarding the gasoline supply. We’re told that there is presently an ample gasoline supply, according to Texas Railroad Commissioner Ryan Sitton.

Midland Co. Sheriff’s Office warning residents about scam

The Midland County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam that is being reported to them. Authorities said residents of Midland were receiving calls menacing them with arrest if they didn’t pay for their warrants over the phone instantly.

Amber alert canceled for 22-month-old boy from Del Rio

An Amber Alert issued for a 22-month-old boy from Del Rio, TX has been canceled.

Updated: No gas shortage in the area

As rumors swirl around social media about gas supply in the area, H-E-B says there is no current shortage.

Energy chief taps emergency oil reserve in wake of Harvey

Wells Fargo says Three.Five million accounts involved in scandal

Wells Fargo says Trio.Five million accounts involved in scandal

Wells Fargo now says Three.Five million customers were impacted by its fake accounts scandal, up from the Two.1 million accounts it originally estimated.

House GOP eyeing $1B disaster funds cut to finance wall

Congressional aides say President Donald Trump will meet House and Senate leaders at the White House next Wednesday, as lawmakers come back from an August break and plunge into a daunting pile of work.

Congressional aides say President Donald Trump will meet House and Senate leaders at the White House next Wednesday, as lawmakers comeback from an August break and plunge into a daunting pile of work.

Odessa man arrested after stabbing former roomie three times

An Odessa man is behind bars after stabbing another man Wednesday night. We`re told Odessa Police responded to Medical Center Hospital just before eight p.m.

Harvey horror: Shivering woman, Trio, clinging to drowned mom

Harvey horror: Shivering lady, Three, clinging to drowned mom

Rescuers found a shivering toddler clinging to her drowned mother after the pair attempted to flee Harvey.

Shoppers demonstrate support with numerous donations at H-E-B Wednesday

Shoppers display support with numerous donations at H-E-B Wednesday

Donations poured in across the day as shoppers did what they could to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Donations poured in via the day as shoppers did what they could to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Donations proceed to pour in for flood victims at H-E-B

NewsWest nine has teamed up with H-E-B and the West Texas Food Bank to collect as much as possible for the victims of Hurricane Harvey.

O’Reilly Auto Parts offers helping arms

O’Reilly Auto Parts offers helping palms

More and more locations for drop-off locations are popping-up across the nation. O’Reilly Auto Parts are taking it up a notch and suggesting employees time-off to help in the ease to those that have lost almost everything.

Houston man volunteering, hoping to help home all the way from Odessa

A Houston man is finding a way to help his community all of the way from Odessa. He moved here less than a year ago for a job but most of his family including his 6-year-old daughter still live in Houston.

Midland YMCA opens their doors to displaced hurricane victims

The Midland YMCA has opened their doors to anyone who might be displaced due to Hurricane Harvey. Showers, lockers, electronic charging stations, any amenities that are usually only available for members are presently available for those in need.

United Blood Services seeking blood donations

There’s another way you can make a difference for the people caught up in the chaos after Tropical Storm Harvey. United Blood Services proceeds to call on all residents in West Texas to donate blood.

There’s another way you can make a difference for the people caught up in the chaos after Tropical Storm Harvey. United Blood Services resumes to call on all residents in West Texas to donate blood.

Starlets of West Texas Investors Club hosting fundraiser for hurricane ease

The starlets of West Texas Investors Club, Rooster McConaughey and Butch Gilliam, are taking part in the Hurricane Harvey ease efforts. They’ll be teaming up with the Crimson Cross and holding a fundraiser.

Odessa business seeking donations, drivers for hurricane ease

People and businesses in West Texas doing their part to help out with the hurricane ease efforts. Candlewood Suites in Odessa is asking you to look in your storage or pantry from extra water, food or even individual hygiene items.

24,000 pounds of items headed to Texas coast care of West Texas Food Bank

The West Texas Food Bank in Odessa took off with their truck utter of supplies for the Texas coast. They began stocking up on Monday and will ship about 24,000 pounds of items.

The West Texas Food Bank in Odessa took off with their truck total of supplies for the Texas coast. They began stocking up on Monday and will ship about 24,000 pounds of items.

Puny task force providing help to hurricane victims

Former Odessa Fire Department Battalion Chief Lanny Phillips is creating a puny task force with donations from AirGen Equipment, RK Pump, Taco Villa and surrounding companies to help families in Rockport, Texas, and surrounding areas as soon as possible.

Former Odessa Fire Department Battalion Chief Lanny Phillips is creating a petite task force with donations from AirGen Equipment, RK Pump, Taco Villa and surrounding companies to help families in Rockport, Texas, and surrounding areas as soon as possible.

Organization providing mortgage-free home to marine, injured Midland police officer

It’s almost been a year since Officer Jake Churchwell was in a tragic accident that left him in a wheelchair. He’s also a former marine and a local organization that helps veterans is providing him a mortgage-free home.

Cowboys-Texans game canceled because Houston players can comeback home

Flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey has coerced sporting events to cancel or stir to safer venues.

Flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey has compelled sporting events to cancel or budge to safer venues.

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Curry County DA wants to charge Clovis library shooting suspect as an adult

Curry County District Attorney Andrea Reeb wants to attempt Nathaniel Ray Jouett, the teenage accused of shooting six people in a Clovis library on Monday, as an adult.

Man arrested in connection with stalking/harassment investigation

One man is behind bars in connection with a stalking and harassment investigation in Odessa. Eric Gesch, 42, was charged with stalking and harassment.

Ector County ISD student charged with terroristic threat

One student is in trouble following an investigation at one Odessa school on Wednesday. We’re told the incident took place at Odessa Career & Technical Early College High School.

four arrests made in connection with weekend robbery at Big Lots in Odessa

Four people are now behind bars in connection with an aggravated robbery that occurred over the weekend in Odessa.

Police recover bods of elderly duo, grandchildren found inwards van swept away by flood

Police recover figures of elderly duo, grandchildren found inwards van swept away by flood

A van that was reportedly swept away during by Harvey flooding with six family members still trapped inwards has been found, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said on Wednesday.

Houston ISD to give three free meals a day to students in response to Harvey

The Houston Independent School District said it will provide three meals a day for its 218,000 students the 2017-2018 school year.

Some recall Sandy fight as Congress ponders Harvey ease

Neighbors form human chain during Hurricane Harvey to rescue woman in labor

A pregnant woman was rescued by a human chain during Hurricane Harvey.

Big Spring PD: Unattended 78-year-old died of heart disease

Big Spring police is investigating an unattended death from Monday afternoon.

The Latest: Identity of suspect and victims of Clovis mass shooting released

Police have identified the suspect of the Clovis Mass Shooting, as well as the identities of those who were wounded or killed in the shooting.

Man flown to Lubbock following Tuesday night shooting in Big Spring

Big Spring Police Department officers overheard several shots being fired in the area of Cherokee and Chickasaw Tuesday night just after 11:30.

Mother arrested for drunken driving after 11-year-old calls nine hundred eleven

Deputies said a woman was headed home with her 11-year-old son when he called nine hundred eleven about her erratic driving.

Crippled Houston sees dams, levees; forecast offers hope

Crippled Houston witnesses dams, levees; forecast offers hope

The disaster is unfolding on an epic scale, with the nation’s fourth-largest city mostly paralyzed by the storm that has parked itself over the Gulf Coast.

Volunteers transporting close to Two,000 cases of water to hurricane victims

The ease efforts for Hurricane Harvey have grown. Adrian Chavarria and his fucking partner, Sergio, with NS Trucking are taking part in those efforts, packing cases and cases of water along with other donations to help Hurricane victims.

West Texas Food Bank set to make frequent trips to provide aid to those in South Texas

The West Texas Food Bank is loading up their truck as they are preparing to make frequent trips to South Texas to aid those affected by the latest hurricane.

Very first lady Melania Trump offers support to victims of Hurricane Harvey

Very first lady Melania Trump said in a statement that 1.7 million people are under orders to evacuate their homes.

Game proceeds by Texans and Cowboys game will be donated to Houston ease fund

The proceeds from the Texans and Cowboys game will be donated to the United Way of Greater Houston Ease Fund that supports the American Crimson Cross and Salvation Army.

Houston truck driver hopes to head back home soon with donations

A Houston truck driver has been stuck in the Permian Basin since last week. The company he works for has told him not to go back until the 2nd line of storms is over.

Harvey blows away rain records for Houston, continental US

Harvey is the moistest tropical cyclone in contiguous United States history.

Houston police officer drowns in Harvey floodwaters

A Houston police officer drowned in flood waters over the weekend, according to a report from the Houston Chronicle.

Basin Cares: NewsWest 9, Telemundo 20, La Ley fucking partner with H-E-B in Hurricane Harvey ease efforts

The Basin Cares, a partnership inbetween NewsWest 9, Telemundo 20, and La Ley Radio, H-E-B and the West Texas Food Bank to help ease efforts to benefit Hurricane Harvey victims. NewsWest nine will host live broadcasts this week from H-E-B, three thousand three hundred twenty five W Wadley Ave. in Midland asking for donations to benefit those affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Odessa police investigating disturbance after shot was fired

The Odessa Police Department is investigating following a disturbance on Tuesday. We’re told officers were called out to the area of 56th St. and Kermit Ave.

Midland police searching for theft suspect

The Midland Police Department needs your help locating a theft suspect. Police said the suspect broke into Phaze-2, located at three thousand three hundred two W. Illinois Ave., and stole over $Three,600 worth of purses and jewelry.

Volkswagen recalls 281K cars because engines can stall

Volkswagen is recalling almost 281,000 CC and Passat sedans and wagons in the U.S. because the fuel pumps can fail and cause the cars to all of a sudden stall.

Lamesa man killed in Monday night wreck on Highway one hundred thirty seven

A Lamesa man has been killed in a Monday night wreck on State Highway 137.

Taliban suicide bomber targets Kabul bank, kills five people

Afghan officials say suicide bombing in central Kabul near banks, US Embassy, kills at least Five.

two dead, four wounded in Clovis mass shooting

Two people have died and four have been wounded in a mass shooting at the Clovis-Carver Public Library.

In a 1st, NKorea fires missile over Japan in aggressive test

Officials say North Korea for the very first time has fired a midrange ballistic missile designed to carry a nuclear payload that flew over Japan and splashed into the northern Pacific Ocean.

More rain, more dead: Harvey floods keeps Houston paralyzed

Before the storm that arrived Friday as a Category four hurricane is gone, some parts of Houston and its suburbs could get as much as fifty inches of rain.

Local organizations lending mitt to ease efforts in Houston

Local organizations from the Crimson Cross, to H.E.B and police and firefighters are doing what they can to help those affected by Tropical Storm Harvey.

Reactions from the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight

Sections from the fight

The very anticipated super fight inbetween Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor ended in another victory for one of the greatest briefs the sport has ever seen.

Two Midlanders head to Rockport to help with hurricane ease efforts

After Hurricane Harvey struck the coast this weekend, making landfall near Rockport, it left severe structural harm, with many people without shelter or food. Fortunately, in West Texas, neighbors are helping neighbors.

Midland students welcomed to the very first day of school

Thousands of parents and students went back to school Monday in Midland, including hundreds of students going to the fresh General Tommy Franks Elementary.

Thousands of parents and students went back to school Monday in Midland, including hundreds of students going to the fresh General Tommy Franks Elementary. Those who displayed up to the former Crockett Elementary found a very inspiring message.

Trump prepares to travel to Texas as state copes with Harvey

President Donald Trump is seeking to showcase the federal government’s response to Hurricane Harvey in a tweetstorm of his own.

Cowboys-Texans Thursday preseason game moved to Arlington

The Dallas Cowboys said that due to safety concerns related to Hurricane Harvey, Thursday`s Dallas Cowboys-Houston Texans been moved to AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Donations proceed to pour in for Harvey flooding victims

The devastating flooding has left many people running from their homes following torrential rainfall since the landfall of now Tropical Storm Harvey. Donations are pouring in to help all affected by this disastrous storm.

Texans hauling boats head to flood zone to help ‘save some lives’

Dozens of inches of rain have fallen along the Texas cost and inland as far as Houston, triggering what is being called epic flooding and desperate rescues.

Anheuser-Busch ships 155,000 cans of drinking water to Harvey victims

Anheuser-Busch has stopped beer production at some facilities to produce clean drinking water for Harvey victims.

Woman dies after tree falls on trailer near Houston due to strong rain

Woman dies after tree falls on trailer near Houston due to intense rain

According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, a woman was killed after a tree fell on her trailer home in Porter Texas, north of Houston.

twenty three Midland, Odessa law enforcement members headed to Texas coast

23 Midland and Odessa law enforcement members are headed to the Texas coast to help with flooding left behind by Hurricane Harvey. We’re told four Odessa police officers are headed to the Houston area on Tuesday morning to help with rescue efforts.

Odessa teenage killed in Andrews Co. rollover accident

An Odessa teenage is dead following a rollover accident Friday evening in Andrews County. We’re told the accident happened on U.S. Highway 385, about eight miles north of the city of Andrews.

Houston convention center gives refuge to Harvey’s survivors

Hundreds of people fleeing devastating flooding have arrived by boat, by bus, and by foot to Houston’s showcase George R. Brown Convention Center.

Cajun Navy arrives in Houston to help rescue flood victims; another wave goes out

One year after the Cajun Navy fleet deployed to pluck stranded families from the flood waters that dazed southeast Louisiana, the volunteer rescuers are mobilizing again.

Witness out for fake Harvey photos, viral hoaxes

See out for fake Harvey photos, viral hoaxes

Sharks aren’t swimming the streets of Houston and the airport isn’t underwater.

OPD: Missing woman found safe

A woman reported missing on Friday has been found safe. Odessa Police tells us, Tamara Reeves was located Monday morning in the three hundred block of West 5th St.

Heartwrenching movie of man who lost everything finding his father alive

Thousands of people are going through the same harrowing practices as this Hurricane Harvey survivor in Rockport, TX.

How to deal with flooded cars in Harvey’s wake

Auto industry experts say most cars, trucks and SUVs bruised by Harvey floodwaters can’t be immobilized.

Auto industry experts say most cars, trucks and SUVs bruised by Harvey floodwaters can’t be motionless.

Midland Assembly of God church soon to head to Silsbee to help hurricane victims

Rockport, Texas, along with some churches and other organizations on the coast have called a stop to Hurricane Harvey donations. This all comes from the tremendous support coming from all around the state and the country. But there are smaller cities like Silsbee, Texas that are still in need of donations.

Rockport, Texas, along with some churches and other organizations on the coast have called a stop to Hurricane Harvey donations. This all comes from the breathtaking support coming from all around the state and the country. But there are smaller cities like Silsbee, Texas that are still in need of donations.

UN diplomats call for more sanctions against North Korea

North Korea is “deliberately undermining regional peace and stability,” the council said, reiterating requests for the country to halt its ballistic missile and nuclear weapons programs.

Texas expects EPA to ‘get on top of’ toxic water risk

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says he expects the Environmental Protection Agency “to get on top” of the threat of possible water contamination after an Associated Press report of very toxic waste sites flooded in the.

Movie: SUV plows into pedestrians on sidewalk in MA

In the movie, a man and woman cross the street as the driver of the SUV shows up to accelerate all of a sudden, rearwards, hitting the two pedestrians as well as a man who was walking on the sidewalk.

In the movie, a man and woman cross the street as the driver of the SUV emerges to accelerate all of a sudden, rearwards, hitting the two pedestrians as well as a man who was walking on the sidewalk.

Houston braces for more flooding, chemical plant fires out

The soggy and battered city of Houston began burying its dead and taking steps toward the long recovery ahead.

Trump expected to end DACA, but with 6-month delay

Implemented in 2012, DACA gives about 800,000 people who arrived in the country undocumented, brought here by their parents, the capability to work legally in the US,, as well as other rights, such as attending college.

Mattis: NKorea threat would bring massive military response

The nuclear test is the North’s very first since U.S. President Donald Trump assumed office in January.

Hurricane Irma remains powerful as it moves through Atlantic

It’s still too soon to say how Irma may influence the U.S. coast, but it’s one people should keep an eye on as it churns its way west with winds more than one hundred mph.

No. One Alabama smothers No. Three Florida State in opener, 24-7

The Alabama defense turned in a predominant spectacle, the Florida State special teams suffered a terrible night, and one of the most anticipated opening games in college football history went to the top-ranked.

White House still determining who gets Trump’s Harvey donation

DOJ says it has no records related to Trump Tower ‘wiretaps’

Justice Department says in a legal filing that it has no information about wiretaps President Donald Trump once claimed had been made of his Trump Tower in Fresh York.

The Latest: US, South Korea speak after North’s nuclear test

The Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul says in a statement South Korea’s military has strengthened monitoring and readiness and is mulling a multiplicity of possible responses that could be shoved together with its ally the U.S.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul says in a statement South Korea’s military has strengthened monitoring and readiness and is mulling a diversity of possible responses that could be shoved together with its ally the U.S.

Wedding dress survives in home flooded by Harvey

After wading through chest-deep water, a Texas firefighter found his fiancee`s wedding dress fully dry in his flooded house.

After wading through chest-deep water, a Texas firefighter found his fiancee`s wedding dress entirely dry in his flooded house.

North Korea conducts 6th nuclear test, says it was H-bomb

South Korea’s weather agency estimated the nuclear blast yield of the presumed test was inbetween fifty and sixty kilotons, or five to six times stronger than North Korea’s fifth test in September 2016.

Russia lashes out after Trump orders diplomatic posts closed

Trump administration requests that Moscow close three of its facilities in US as payback for Russia cutting America’s diplomatic staff.

Upbeat Trump pitches in at shelter for Harvey victims

President Donald Trump comes back to Harvey’s wake for a 2nd visit, this time to meet with victims and talk to volunteers.

President Donald Trump comebacks to Harvey’s wake for a 2nd visit, this time to meet with victims and talk to volunteers.

City fights to restore water service in Harvey aftermath

A week after Harvey roars into Gulf Coast, post-storm problems plague Texas.

Scientists: Harvey’s floodwaters shockingly contaminated

Scientists testing the floodwaters through which people have been wading it is very contaminated, with numbers that some experts have never seen in their practice.

No decision yet on who gets Trump’s pledge of disaster aid

White House still determining who will get the $1 million Trump is pledging for Harvey ease.

Trump mulls decision on youthful immigrants in US illegally

As Trump considers fate of youthfull immigrants in US illegally, Ryan and other lawmakers ask for time to find a legislative solution.

As Trump considers fate of youthful immigrants in US illegally, Ryan and other lawmakers ask for time to find a legislative solution.

Kenyan court throws out president’s win, calls for fresh vote

Kenya braced for protests as court set to rule on opposition’s presidential election challenge.

Black smoke, flames shoot up from Texas chemical plant

Hundreds evacuate as brush fire burns Two,000 acres in California

A brush fire grew in windy, dry conditions in the La Tuna Canon in California, closing a freeway and prompting evacuations.

Tennis excellent Serena Williams gives birth to damsel

Tennis good Serena Williams gives birth to woman

Serena Williams’ baby lady weighs six pounds, thirteen ounces, and was born on Friday in West Palm Beach, FL.

Serena Williams’ baby woman weighs six pounds, thirteen ounces, and was born on Friday in West Palm Beach, FL.

Posts, tweets spread widely as the Harvey missing are sought

Photos with prayers for help in finding the missing from Tropical Storm Harvey are being posted, cut-and-pasted, and retweeted by the thousands as desperate family members seek loved ones who they fear might be dead, but may only have a dead phone.

Americans, you’ve got less paid vacation than the rest of the world

While few countries suggest workers a total of thirty mandatory paid vacation days, America mandates absolutely none.

Beware fake Hurricane Irma forecasts

The National Weather Service tweeted out a warning about fake news Friday, noting that an official NOAA hurricane forecast only covers five days.

Police say man accidentally killed grandmother

The grandson called police, and the woman was taken to a hospital where she later died.

Mattis embarks sending extra troops to Afghanistan

Mattis starts sending extra troops to Afghanistan

Source: Grand jury hears from lobbyist in Trump Tower talk

White House: Trump will donate $1 million to Harvey ease

The White House says President Donald Trump is pledging $1 million in private funds to Harvey storm ease efforts.

Trapped bakers make bread for Houston residents affected by Harvey

For forty eight hours, the trapped employees made bread to share with those in need.

Houston sees glimmer of hope after Harvey but threats loom

After five days of torrential rain, the latest weather forecast predicts less than an inch of rain and perhaps even sunshine for the Houston area.

Rollie Massimino, who led Villanova to ’85 NCAA title, dies

Rollie Massimino, who led Villanova’s storied run to the one thousand nine hundred eighty five NCAA championship and won more than eight hundred games in his career, has died.

Hackers exploit bug to access data from high-profile Instagram users

Instagram said hackers were able to get unlawful access to contact information, such as emails and phone numbers, from high-profile accounts.

Beyonce, Bullock among celebs to donate to Harvey ease

After Kevin Hart issued a challenge on social media, many celebrities have donated money to help the victims of Harvey.

Trump to Harvey victims: ‘All of America’ grieving with you

President Donald Trump is pledging that his administration will work tirelessly to help the region recover from the massive flooding and destruction from Hurricane Harvey,.

Houston duo calls Chick-fil-a for breakfast, gets a jet ski rescue on the side

When water from Harvey began packing Karen and JC Spencer`s Houston-area home, they called the local Chick-fil-a for two grilled chicken burritos with extra egg and a side order of a boat.

No fire or fury, but muted Trump response to NKorea missile

President Donald Trump says “all options are on the table” after North Korean missile launch over Japan.

Houston’s ‘Mattress Mack’ provides shelter, food for hundreds in need

More than seven hundred people – and even their pets – are calling Jim McIngvale’s two Gallery Furniture stores home for now, until Harvey’s floodwaters subside and they can get on with their lives.

Mattis temporarily halts transgender troop ban, pending explore

President Donald Trump announced through Twitter a ban on transgender soldiers serving in the military in late July.

Apple to unveil fresh iPhones on Sept twelve

The fresh phones are expected to be larger and pricier, with fresh features including an edge-to-edge display and facial-recognition technology.

Former Michigan State coach Jud Heathcote dies at ninety

Jud Heathcote, who led Michigan State and Magic Johnson to the one thousand nine hundred seventy nine NCAA championship, has died at 90.

North Korea fires missile over Japan in aggressive test

The South Korean news agency says North Korea fired an unidentified missile on Tuesday.

Newspaper apologizes after not knowing location of Mississippi

The Seattle Times apologized on social media Monday after misidentifying the state of Mississippi as Alabama on a Hurricane Harvey tracking map.

Residents in photo of flooded nursing home are ‘doing fine’

The senior citizens who show up in a now-viral photo demonstrating them submerged in waist-deep water in a Texas assisted-living center flooded by Hurricane Harvey over the weekend have been relocated to a nearby facility.

The senior citizens who show up in a now-viral photo displaying them submerged in waist-deep water in a Texas assisted-living center flooded by Hurricane Harvey over the weekend have been relocated to a nearby facility and a hospital.

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NewsChannel ten partnering with High Plains Food Bank to help Harvey victims

NewsChannel ten is partnering with the High Plains Food Bank to host a food drive for those affected by Harvey.

Lubbock police find starving dog shown in viral Facebook post

A weekend Facebook post has people in Lubbock and the surrounding areas outraged at the alleged apparent mistreatment of a dog.

Family members: Lufkin DJ’s bod found, two guys dead after Harvey rescue effort

Family members: Lufkin DJ’s figure found, two fellows dead after Harvey rescue effort

The assets of a Lufkin DJ who went missing attempting to help evacuate Harvey victims has been recovered.

Ministry team going to flood areas

With tons of donations and supplies coming from all over the country for south Texas flood victims, there is yet another element of help that will be sent from East

With tons of donations and supplies coming from all over the country for south Texas flood victims, there is yet another element of help that will be sent from East Texas. Moral and spiritual support.

East Texas store donates entire wardrobe to Harvey survivors

Market Street Nest is a quaint store in downtown Mabank where the love for Texas doesn’t go un-noticed.

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‘Build the wall’ takes back seat to rebuilding after Harvey

After Harvey, Texas faces a rebuilding effort that will draw not just on government money, but the efforts of construction companies and natural resources that might have otherwise gone to a wall.

S. Korea displays military strength amid North Korean crisis

Heated words from the United States and military maneuvers in South Korea are becoming familiar responses to North Korea’s rapid, as-yet unchecked weapons progress.

Irma strengthens to a Cat five storm as it nears Caribbean

Hurricane Irma strengthened into a dangerous Category five storm Tuesday as it roared toward the northeast Caribbean on a path toward the U.S.

Trump to Congress: ‘Get ready to do your job’ on immigration

Trump’s decision on whether to maintain the program protecting hundreds of thousands of youthfull immigrants from deportation could set off battles within the GOP.

Trump’s decision on whether to maintain the program protecting hundreds of thousands of youthful immigrants from deportation could set off battles within the GOP.

Trump family and associates to be in Russia probe crosshairs

The expected crush of interviews, subpoenas and testimony this fall underscores both the broad scope of the Russia probes and the certainty that they will shadow Trump’s presidency for months or even years.

Trump’s DACA plan would pass hot potato to Congress

Trump has been wrestling for months with what to do with the Obama-era DACA program, which has given almost 800,000 youthfull immigrants a reprieve from deportation and the capability to work legally.

Trump has been wrestling for months with what to do with the Obama-era DACA program, which has given almost 800,000 youthful immigrants a reprieve from deportation and the capability to work legally.

Millions who buy health insurance brace for acute increases

The most exposed consumers tend to be middle-class people who don’t qualify for the law’s income-based subsidies, including early retirees, self-employed professionals and business owners.

Hurricane Irma now Cat four as it goes for eastern Caribbean

The U.S. hurricane center says some strengthening of Irma was expected over the next forty eight hours.

Local man comebacks home with South Texas, Gulf Coast in mind

Josh Paul returned home to Odessa after helping rescue those displaced by Hurricane Harvey in the Texas Gulf Coast last week.

Midland Co. Northeast Volunteer Fire Department comes back after Harvey ease efforts

The Northeast Midland County Volunteer Fire Department is back home after spending close to a week in Southeast Texas.

Olive Garden providing back to very first responders on Labor Day

Olive Garden is providing back to very first responders around the country this Labor Day including in the Permian Basin. They’re making sure EMS, police officers and firefighters are getting a warm meal for the holiday.

Travelers talk about gas during Labor Day weekend

This Labor Day weekend, the talk of the town was all about gas. But not necessarily about the prices.

Longest running Labor Day celebration in Odessa proceeds

A 60-year tradition in Odessa proceeds. The Permian Basin of West Texas Central Labor Union held its annual Labor Day lunch. The event celebrates the hardworking dudes and women in this country.

A 60-year tradition in Odessa proceeds. The Permian Basin of West Texas Central Labor Union held its annual Labor Day lunch. The event celebrates the hardworking fellows and women in this country.

Midland Fire Dept. suggesting free car seat check-ups

The Midland Fire Department will be suggesting free car seat check-ups on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017. The event will take place from nine a.m. until six p.m. at the Central Fire Station, located at one thousand five hundred W. Wall St.

Arrest made after woman shot to death at Odessa apartment sophisticated

An arrest has been made after a woman was shot to death in her apartment yesterday night just before eleven p.m.

Harvey’s floodwaters mix a foul brew of sewage, chemicals

Congress comebacks to Washington with agenda upended by Harvey

A daunting workload awaits, including funding the government by month’s end and enhancing the federal borrowing limit to head off a catastrophic first-ever default.

Midland Humane Coalition soon-to-be wellness and treatment center can help displaced pets

West Texas companies who have made deliveries to affected Harvey areas

After sending trailers with donations to South Texas, Odessa woman prepares to visit for very first time

US job growth slowed in August but economy still looks solid

US employers added sustained 156,000 jobs in August, unemployment rate ticks up to Four.Four percent.

Harvey’s dead mourned as search for missing gets desperate

Houston attempts to safeguard some areas by flooding others

Harvey’s floodwaters have now powerfully bruised more than 37,000 homes and demolished almost 7,000 statewide.

Harvey’s floodwaters have now strongly bruised more than 37,000 homes and ruined almost 7,000 statewide.

Hurricane Irma carrying one hundred fifteen winds, heading west

It’s still too soon to say how Irma may influence the U.S. coast, but it’s one people should keep an eye on as it churns its way west with winds more than one hundred mph.

Movie: Nurse arrested for not providing police patient’s blood

An officer arrested the nurse for obstructing justice, but she said she was just following hospital protocol in the aftermath of a crash.

Game Time – Week one Scoreboard

High school football is back and there is excitement in the air as teams begin their football seasons.

Ector Co. sticking to their education roots, providing back to those in South Texas

Food, clothes and private hygiene items have been gathered by organizations across the state to donate to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. But, in Odessa one music teacher wished to concentrate on something that could be overlooked.

Food, clothes and private hygiene items have been gathered by organizations across the state to donate to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. But, in Odessa one music teacher dreamed to concentrate on something that could be overlooked.

11th Court of Appeals sides with Union Pacific regarding Display of Support case

The 11th Court of Appeals in Eastland, TX, has ruled that a Midland County District Court was correct in their judgment for Union Pacific in a case involving the Demonstrate of Support crash that involved a train back in 2012.

The 11th Court of Appeals in Eastland, TX, has ruled that a Midland County District Court was correct in their judgment for Union Pacific in a case involving the Showcase of Support crash that involved a train back in 2012.

Odessa police searching for suspects involved in car break-in

Alpine police reporting AT&T fiber optic line cut around Fort Stockton

West Texas Food Bank getting ready to make 2nd excursion to South Texas

They went, helped thousands of people and came back all in just a duo of days. The West Texas Food Bank is back from South Texas and already getting ready to head back out.

Medical resort, oil companies team up to take medical supply donations for Harvey victims

As donations for food, water, and clothes roll in across the Basin, many may not think of other essential items lot in flood waters.

Chick-fil-A matching donations for Harvey ease efforts

Chick-fil-A is now matching donations for Harvey ease efforts.

OPD looking for burglary, credit card manhandle suspect

The Odessa Police Department is asking for your help locating a burglary and credit card manhandle suspect.

Bart Starr’s corvette on display at Lambeau Field

Starr was said to have received the car after winning MVP honors in the very very first super cup in 1967.

Rescuers seek anyone _ alive or dead _ left in floodwaters

Harvey’s floodwaters commenced ripping off across much of the Houston area and the storm weakened slightly Wednesday but major dangers remained for the Gulf Coast area.

Harvey’s floodwaters began ripping off across much of the Houston area and the storm weakened slightly Wednesday but major dangers remained for the Gulf Coast area.

Explosions rock flood-crippled chemical plant near Houston

Company spokeswoman says flooded chemical plant in petite town northeast of Houston is poised to explode, tho’ the timing and the extent of the danger are not clear.

Company spokeswoman says flooded chemical plant in puny town northeast of Houston is poised to explode, tho’ the timing and the extent of the danger are not clear.

Rescuers at India building collapse find fifteen injured, thirty three dead

Police say four people have been killed and at least thirty others are trapped in a building that collapsed in after torrential rains lashed western India.

US flies bombers, fighters in showcase of force against N. Korea

US flies bombers, fighters in demonstrate of force against N. Korea

South Korea’s military says the U.S. flew B-1B supersonic bombers and F-35 fighter jets over South Korea in a demonstrate of force following North Korea’s latest ballistic missile launch.

Restaurant Report: Several top performers in Odessa

There were no low performers in either city for the week of August 7th through August 11th. And while Midland didn`t have any top performers either, several Odessa places had flawless scores.

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Trump orders end to program protecting immigrant ‘dreamers’

Trump’s decision on whether to maintain the program protecting hundreds of thousands of youthfull immigrants from deportation could set off battles within the GOP.

Millions who buy health insurance brace for acute increases

The most exposed consumers tend to be middle-class people who don’t qualify for the law’s income-based subsidies, including early retirees, self-employed professionals and business owners.

Powerful Hurricane Irma bears down on Caribbean islands

Hurricane Irma strengthened into a dangerous Category five storm Tuesday as it roared toward the northeast Caribbean on a path toward the U.S.

Midland elementary student uses lemonade stand to raise money for Hurricane Harvey victims

2nd grader Ava Ayers raised money of her own through her lemonade stand to add to the millions donated for the victims of Hurricane Harvey.

Ezekiel Elliott 6-game suspension upheld by Harold Henderson

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott and his representatives are in Sherman, Texas today for a federal court hearing.

Midland family back home after being stuck on cruise ship during Hurricane Harvey

A family is now back home in Midland after being stuck at sea during Hurricane Harvey. Their 7-day cruise turned into a week and a half long excursion.

A family is now back home in Midland after being stuck at sea during Hurricane Harvey. Their 7-day cruise turned into a week and a half long journey.

Odessa businessman donates $1M to American Crimson Cross as they prepare for more possible tragedy

An Odessa man and his company are donating $1 million to the American Crimson Cross towards Hurricane Harvey ease efforts. The Crimson Cross said they’re expecting to spend $30 million from their funds on the rebuilding.

George Strait to perform during hurricane ease telethon from San Antonio next week

Country music legend George Strait will be involved in a hurricane ease concert next week in San Antonio for Hurricane Harvey victims.

Local Dreamers affected by DACA announcement

Veronica Martinez, who lives in Odessa, says she is heartbroken after the Trump Administration announced her niece was no longer protected under the Wish Act. Martinez is even more worried her puny family will be repeater.

Robotic program helps students build STEM abilities

A STEM robotics program at Lee High School is permitting students to put their engineering abilities to good use.

‘Build the wall’ takes back seat to rebuilding after Harvey

After Harvey, Texas faces a rebuilding effort that will draw not just on government money, but the efforts of construction companies and natural resources that might have otherwise gone to a wall.

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Woman in protective custody after shot was fired in Odessa

One woman is in protective custody following an incident that occurred in Odessa on Tuesday evening. We’re told the incident took place in the four thousand three hundred block of Locust Ave.

Trump family and associates to be in Russia probe crosshairs

Odessa police release fresh outstanding warrants list

The Odessa Police Department has released their newest outstanding warrants list. The list features fugitives with numerous outstanding warrants with the municipal court.

Lubbock man killed in motorcycle accident in Martin Co.

A Lubbock man is dead following a weekend motorcycle accident in Martin County. The accident happened on I-20, about one mile west of Stanton on Sept. Two.

Odessa police searching for two suspects following early morning stabbing

The Odessa Police Department is searching for two suspects in connection with a stabbing that occurred early Tuesday morning. Police were called out to the one thousand five hundred block of W. 12th St. just before 12:30 a.m. in reference to an onslaught.

Odessa police searching for dreamed fugitive

Odessa police searching for desired fugitive

The Odessa Police Department needs your help locating a dreamed fugitive. Authorities are searching for James Jared, 39.

The Odessa Police Department needs your help locating a desired fugitive. Authorities are searching for James Jared, 39.

S. Korea displays military strength amid North Korean crisis

Heated words from the United States and military maneuvers in South Korea are becoming familiar responses to North Korea’s rapid, as-yet unchecked weapons progress.

Trump’s DACA plan would pass hot potato to Congress

Trump has been wrestling for months with what to do with the Obama-era DACA program, which has given almost 800,000 youthful immigrants a reprieve from deportation and the capability to work legally.

Observe LIVE: Sessions Announces Fate of DACA Immigration Program

Witness Live: Sessions Announces Fate of DACA Immigration Program.

See Live: Sessions Announces Fate of DACA Immigration Program.

Odessa police asking help with theft investigation

The Odessa Police Department is asking for your help with a theft investigation that happened back in August.

Hurricane Irma now Cat four as it goes for eastern Caribbean

The U.S. hurricane center says some strengthening of Irma was expected over the next forty eight hours.

Local man comebacks home with South Texas, Gulf Coast in mind

Local man comes back home with South Texas, Gulf Coast in mind

Josh Paul returned home to Odessa after helping rescue those displaced by Hurricane Harvey in the Texas Gulf Coast last week.

Midland Co. Northeast Volunteer Fire Department comes back after Harvey ease efforts

The Northeast Midland County Volunteer Fire Department is back home after spending close to a week in Southeast Texas.

Olive Garden providing back to very first responders on Labor Day

Travelers talk about gas during Labor Day weekend

This Labor Day weekend, the talk of the town was all about gas. But not necessarily about the prices.

Longest running Labor Day celebration in Odessa resumes

A 60-year tradition in Odessa proceeds. The Permian Basin of West Texas Central Labor Union held its annual Labor Day lunch. The event celebrates the hardworking studs and women in this country.

A 60-year tradition in Odessa resumes. The Permian Basin of West Texas Central Labor Union held its annual Labor Day lunch. The event celebrates the hardworking guys and women in this country.

Midland Fire Dept. suggesting free car seat check-ups

Arrest made after woman shot to death at Odessa apartment elaborate

Arrest made after woman shot to death at Odessa apartment sophisticated

An arrest has been made after a woman was shot to death in her apartment yesterday night just before eleven p.m.

Harvey’s floodwaters mix a foul brew of sewage, chemicals

Congress comes back to Washington with agenda upended by Harvey

Congress comebacks to Washington with agenda upended by Harvey

A daunting workload awaits, including funding the government by month’s end and enhancing the federal borrowing limit to head off a catastrophic first-ever default.

A daunting workload awaits, including funding the government by month’s end and enlargening the federal borrowing limit to head off a catastrophic first-ever default.

Midland Humane Coalition soon-to-be wellness and treatment center can help displaced pets

West Texas companies who have made deliveries to affected Harvey areas

After sending trailers with donations to South Texas, Odessa woman prepares to visit for very first time

US job growth slowed in August but economy still looks solid

US employers added stable 156,000 jobs in August, unemployment rate ticks up to Four.Four percent.

US employers added constant 156,000 jobs in August, unemployment rate ticks up to Four.Four percent.

Harvey’s dead mourned as search for missing gets desperate

Houston attempts to safeguard some areas by flooding others

Harvey’s floodwaters have now powerfully bruised more than 37,000 homes and ruined almost 7,000 statewide.

Hurricane Irma carrying one hundred fifteen winds, heading west

It’s still too soon to say how Irma may influence the U.S. coast, but it’s one people should keep an eye on as it churns its way west with winds more than one hundred mph.

Movie: Nurse arrested for not providing police patient’s blood

An officer arrested the nurse for obstructing justice, but she said she was just following hospital protocol in the aftermath of a crash.

Game Time – Week one Scoreboard

High school football is back and there is excitement in the air as teams begin their football seasons.

Ector Co. sticking to their education roots, providing back to those in South Texas

Food, clothes and private hygiene items have been gathered by organizations across the state to donate to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. But, in Odessa one music teacher desired to concentrate on something that could be overlooked.

11th Court of Appeals sides with Union Pacific regarding Showcase of Support case

11th Court of Appeals sides with Union Pacific regarding Demonstrate of Support case

Odessa police searching for suspects involved in car break-in

Odessa police need your help tracking down the people involved in an car break-in. They took credit cards and embarked using them. The suspect was able to make off with a handful of things including a gun and several credit cards.

Alpine police reporting AT&T fiber optic line cut around Fort Stockton

West Texas Food Bank getting ready to make 2nd journey to South Texas

West Texas Food Bank getting ready to make 2nd excursion to South Texas

They went, helped thousands of people and came back all in just a duo of days. The West Texas Food Bank is back from South Texas and already getting ready to head back out.

Medical resort, oil companies team up to take medical supply donations for Harvey victims

As donations for food, water, and clothes roll in across the Basin, many may not think of other essential items lot in flood waters.

Chick-fil-A matching donations for Harvey ease efforts

Chick-fil-A is now matching donations for Harvey ease efforts.

OPD looking for burglary, credit card manhandle suspect

The Odessa Police Department is asking for your help locating a burglary and credit card manhandle suspect.

Bart Starr’s corvette on display at Lambeau Field

Starr was said to have received the car after winning MVP honors in the very very first super cup in 1967.

Rescuers seek anyone _ alive or dead _ left in floodwaters

Harvey’s floodwaters began ripping off across much of the Houston area and the storm weakened slightly Wednesday but major dangers remained for the Gulf Coast area.

Harvey’s floodwaters began pulling down across much of the Houston area and the storm weakened slightly Wednesday but major dangers remained for the Gulf Coast area.

Explosions rock flood-crippled chemical plant near Houston

Company spokeswoman says flooded chemical plant in petite town northeast of Houston is poised to explode, however the timing and the extent of the danger are not clear.

Rescuers at India building collapse find fifteen injured, thirty three dead

Police say four people have been killed and at least thirty others are trapped in a building that collapsed in after torrential rains lashed western India.

US flies bombers, fighters in demonstrate of force against N. Korea

South Korea’s military says the U.S. flew B-1B supersonic bombers and F-35 fighter jets over South Korea in a display of force following North Korea’s latest ballistic missile launch.

South Korea’s military says the U.S. flew B-1B supersonic bombers and F-35 fighter jets over South Korea in a showcase of force following North Korea’s latest ballistic missile launch.

Restaurant Report: Several top performers in Odessa

There were no low performers in either city for the week of August 7th through August 11th. And while Midland didn`t have any top performers either, several Odessa places had flawless scores.

Tropical Storm Katia becomes 3rd named storm presently in Atlantic

Tropical Storm Katia is the 11th named storm of the two thousand seventeen Atlantic hurricane season.

Powerful Hurricane Irma hits very first Caribbean islands

The National Hurricane Center said Irma was maintaining Category five strength with sustained winds near one hundred eighty five mph.

Report: Crimson Sox used Apple Witness to steal Yankees’ signs

The Boston Crimson Sox have reportedly admitted to Major League Baseball that they improperly used electronic devices to steal signs from their longtime rival Fresh York Yankees.

Trump orders end to program protecting immigrant ‘dreamers’

After Trump’s announcement, attorneys general in Fresh York and California said they were ready to seek legal activity against his decision.

NFL: Dolphins-Bucs will not be played in Miami this week

The NFL says the Miami Dolphins’ season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will not be played in Miami this week, but may be moved to a neutral site because of Hurricane Irma.

The Latest: Trump vows to revisit DACA if Congress stumbles

President Trump tells Congress to “get ready to do your job” when it comes to determining the fate of youthful immigrants brought to the country illegally as children.

President Trump tells Congress to “get ready to do your job” when it comes to determining the fate of youthfull immigrants brought to the country illegally as children.

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HS Volleyball scores and highlights, Sept. Five

Area scores and highlights of matches featuring Rider, Hirschi, City View, Holliday, Wichita Christian and Chillicothe!

Dr Pepper GOTW: Week two

Our Dr Pepper Game of the Week for week two of the high school football season will feature the Iowa Park Hawks (1-0) hosting the Gainesville Leopards (0-1) at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Hawk Stadium

Mustang boys’s soccer 9th in initial regular-season poll

Mustang fellows’s soccer 9th in initial regular-season poll

Tifton volunteer helps with Hurricane Harvey

A South Georgia native is wrapping up a two-week excursion.spent helping with ease efforts for Hurricane Harvey.

A South Georgia native is wrapping up a two-week tour.spent helping with ease efforts for Hurricane Harvey.

Lubbock police rescue hundreds as part of Houston ease effort

LPD officers rescued over seven hundred people in the Houston area as part of their ease efforts, and they’re not done yet.