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A Silver Alert has been issued for a missing Tom Green County man. Authorities are looking for Bobby Gene Legg, 69.
A Silver Alert has been issued for a missing Tom Green County man. Authorities are looking for Bobby Gene Legg, 69.
The Midland Independent Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Chief Financial Officer and two new principals.
The Midland Independent Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Chief Financial Officer and two new principals.
For a parent who has a baby they can’t care for, one law allows them to drop off the baby without facing criminal charges. The goal is to make sure no unwanted child is abandoned or in danger.
For a parent who has a baby they can’t care for, one law allows them to drop off the baby without facing criminal charges. The goal is to make sure no unwanted child is abandoned or in danger.
A proposed plan to fix the city of Midland’s problems could cost the city and its taxpayers millions.
A proposed plan to fix the city of Midland’s problems could cost the city and its taxpayers millions.
The Midland Police Department needs your help locating an aggravated robbery suspect. The robbery took place Monday evening around 6:30 p.m. at the Holiday Spa Massage, located at 1028 Andrews Highway, and demanded money.
The Midland Police Department needs your help locating an aggravated robbery suspect. The robbery took place Monday evening around 6:30 p.m. at the Holiday Spa Massage, located at 1028 Andrews Highway, and demanded money.
If Sharyland Utilities is your power company, you're about to become part of Oncor. In a deal worth a total of $400 million announced on Monday, Oncor and Sharyland Utilities have reached an agreement to swap assets.
If Sharyland Utilities is your power company, you're about to become part of Oncor. In a deal worth a total of $400 million announced on Monday, Oncor and Sharyland Utilities have reached an agreement to swap assets.
A local organization is holding a blood drive to help out a Midland firefighter who was recently hurt in a 10-car pileup.
A local organization is holding a blood drive to help out a Midland firefighter who was recently hurt in a 10-car pileup.
The Midland County Sheriff's Office is getting rifle vests. On Monday, county commissioners approved authorization for the sheriff's office to get a grant to fund the vests.
The Midland County Sheriff's Office is getting rifle vests. On Monday, county commissioners approved authorization for the sheriff's office to get a grant to fund the vests.
It was a late night for neighbors on the west side of Midland. The Midland Police Department (MPD) said a speeding driver crashed into a fire hydrant and ran off but he didn't get far.
It was a late night for neighbors on the west side of Midland. The Midland Police Department (MPD) said a speeding driver crashed into a fire hydrant and ran off but he didn't get far.
As we mentioned a couple weeks ago, a movie about a former Midlander is in the works. It's about Midland raised Doug Russell, who beat legendary swimmer Mark Spitz at the 1968 Olympics.
As we mentioned a couple weeks ago, a movie about a former Midlander is in the works. It's about Midland raised Doug Russell, who beat legendary swimmer Mark Spitz at the 1968 Olympics.
A video of an Odessa boy shooting hoops in his home is gaining national attention. We're talking about 2-year-old Jett Limon, who is a special kid.
A video of an Odessa boy shooting hoops in his home is gaining national attention. We're talking about 2-year-old Jett Limon, who is a special kid.
Odessa police could use your help tracking down a woman who they say got out of her car after a crash, attacked the driver and then took off. Luckily, police say she stopped at a gas station before the crash.
Odessa police could use your help tracking down a woman who they say got out of her car after a crash, attacked the driver and then took off. Luckily, police say she stopped at a gas station before the crash.
No injuries were reported following a six-vehicle accident in Odessa on Monday afternoon. The accident happened at the intersection of 42nd St. & JBS Parkway.
No injuries were reported following a six-vehicle accident in Odessa on Monday afternoon. The accident happened at the intersection of 42nd St. & JBS Parkway.
Arthur Thomas III, 17, is wanted for three warrants in the city of Odessa. Thomas allegedly stole a truck July 15 before leading police on a chase that ended up with him running into a home in the 1100 block of Douglas.
Arthur Thomas III, 17, is wanted for three warrants in the city of Odessa. Thomas allegedly stole a truck July 15 before leading police on a chase that ended up with him running into a home in the 1100 block of Douglas.
The Odessa Police Department needs your help finding a missing man. Anthony Ramsey, 37, was last seen in the afternoon of July, 16, 2017 at Golden Corral.
The Odessa Police Department needs your help finding a missing man. Anthony Ramsey, 37, was last seen in the afternoon of July, 16, 2017 at Golden Corral.
Around 1 p.m. Friday a Midland man was driving east on Highway 20. Officials have identified the victim.
Around 1 p.m. Friday a Midland man was driving east on Highway 20. Officials have identified the victim.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the El Paso port of entry stopped a truck carrying 310 pounds of marijuana Saturday, an estimated street value of $248,000.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the El Paso port of entry stopped a truck carrying 310 pounds of marijuana Saturday, an estimated street value of $248,000.
The papayas were linked to a salmonella outbreak that's sickened at least 47 people in 12 states.
The papayas were linked to a salmonella outbreak that's sickened at least 47 people in 12 states.
The VFW Post 4149 in Midland is always making sure they're helping out the veterans in the community. For one veteran, Eric Cortez, he got some of that help.
The VFW Post 4149 in Midland is always making sure they're helping out the veterans in the community. For one veteran, Eric Cortez, he got some of that help.
The Young Professionals of Midland works together, one hand at a time. They spent their Saturday morning building a home for Habitat for Humanity but this is just a small part of what the group does.
The Young Professionals of Midland works together, one hand at a time. They spent their Saturday morning building a home for Habitat for Humanity but this is just a small part of what the group does.
John Heard appeared in numerous movies and television shows throughout a lengthy acting career, but it was his role as the father of Macauley Culkin's character in two "Home Alone" films that gained him notoriety.
John Heard appeared in numerous movies and television shows throughout a lengthy acting career, but it was his role as the father of Macauley Culkin's character in two "Home Alone" films that gained him notoriety.
Two are dead after an apparent murder-suicide on Lake Waco.
Two are dead after an apparent murder-suicide on Lake Waco.
An East Texas man is in jail after allegedly threatening to shoot employees at a Sonic-Drive-In.
An East Texas man is in jail after allegedly threatening to shoot employees at a Sonic-Drive-In.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating after a driver crashed his car into a train early Saturday morning at 2 a.m.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating after a driver crashed his car into a train early Saturday morning at 2 a.m.
Officials are on the scene of a wreck involving two 18-wheelers Saturday morning.
Officials are on the scene of a wreck involving two 18-wheelers Saturday morning.
Avoiding subpoenas to testify before Congress, Trump Jr. and Manafort consider undergoing private interviews with Senate investigators.
Avoiding subpoenas to testify before Congress, Trump Jr. and Manafort consider undergoing private interviews with Senate investigators.
Humane Society International rescued 149 dogs in all from deplorable conditions.
Humane Society International rescued 149 dogs in all from deplorable conditions.
Police said they pulled Malon Neal over Tuesday night after clocking him going 112 mph in a 65 mph zone.
Police said they pulled Malon Neal over Tuesday night after clocking him going 112 mph in a 65 mph zone.
Nury Chavarria was told to fly to her native Guatemala Thursday, but she went to a church in Connecticut instead.
Nury Chavarria was told to fly to her native Guatemala Thursday, but she went to a church in Connecticut instead.
A federal grand jury has indicted a 34-year-old Hawaii soldier with four counts of attempting to provide material support to ISIS.
A federal grand jury has indicted a 34-year-old Hawaii soldier with four counts of attempting to provide material support to ISIS.
Kicking off Military Appreciation weekend, the Department of Veteran Affairs Mobile Vet Center was at Security Bank Ball Park, to help, teach, and counsel veterans and their families.
Kicking off Military Appreciation weekend, the Department of Veteran Affairs Mobile Vet Center was at Security Bank Ball Park, to help, teach, and counsel veterans and their families.
A Midland family is praising a few unlikely heroes. Three workers from a D&D Plumbing helped pull their loved one from his burning home. The victim was previously hurt from a car accident and his family says if he did make it out from the house himself, he probably would have been re-injured.
A Midland family is praising a few unlikely heroes. Three workers from a D&D Plumbing helped pull their loved one from his burning home. The victim was previously hurt from a car accident and his family says if he did make it out from the house himself, he probably would have been re-injured.
It’s called “mommy-shaming,” and although the number of women who are targeted by this type of criticism is high, what’s more shocking is the source. Mothers reported incidents of shaming are much more likely to come from family than they are from friends or even judgmental strangers.
It’s called “mommy-shaming,” and although the number of women who are targeted by this type of criticism is high, what’s more shocking is the source. Mothers reported incidents of shaming are much more likely to come from family than they are from friends or even judgmental strangers.
This week mayors from Lubbock, Amarillo, San Angelo, Big Spring, Midland and Odessa circled the wagons so to speak. The meeting was the idea of Lubbock Mayor Dan Pope. Goal being to share the similar struggles facing each West Texas community with the hopes of being able to tackle the issues together.
This week mayors from Lubbock, Amarillo, San Angelo, Big Spring, Midland and Odessa circled the wagons so to speak. The meeting was the idea of Lubbock Mayor Dan Pope. Goal being to share the similar struggles facing each West Texas community with the hopes of being able to tackle the issues together.
The Midland County Sheriff's Office and Midland Crime Stoppers need your help on a theft. Back on July 14, 2017, a victim reported to authorities that two rings were stolen from a business located in the 2800 block of Faudree Rd.
The Midland County Sheriff's Office and Midland Crime Stoppers need your help on a theft. Back on July 14, 2017, a victim reported to authorities that two rings were stolen from a business located in the 2800 block of Faudree Rd.
The Junior Olympics are next weekend, giving several local kids the chance to compete on the national stage. One Odessa teen who is heading to Kansas, seems to be following in his family's footsteps.
The Junior Olympics are next weekend, giving several local kids the chance to compete on the national stage. One Odessa teen who is heading to Kansas, seems to be following in his family's footsteps.
Two people are in big trouble after U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents found over 108 pounds of marijuana in a vehicle. We're told it happened at the Sierra Blanca, Texas, immigration checkpoint on Wednesday.
Two people are in big trouble after U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents found over 108 pounds of marijuana in a vehicle. We're told it happened at the Sierra Blanca, Texas, immigration checkpoint on Wednesday.
The Odessa Police Department is warning the public of a recent roofing scam. They are investigating reports involving a company called Arroyo Roofing, which sometimes have made off with more than $2,000.
The Odessa Police Department is warning the public of a recent roofing scam. They are investigating reports involving a company called Arroyo Roofing, which sometimes have made off with more than $2,000.
An indictment came down for two counts of sexual assault for the former nurse at the Medical Spa of Midland. That comes after the former doctor was indicted twice for sexual assault. Jose Franco is indicted on two counts of sexual assault, he's is also known as Joey Franco.
An indictment came down for two counts of sexual assault for the former nurse at the Medical Spa of Midland. That comes after a former doctor was indicted twice for sexual assault.
The driver who authorities say slammed into the back of an ice cream van last month killing three people has been indicted. Mark Garrett, 23, turned himself in Friday morning after he was indicted on several charges on Thursday.
The driver who authorities say slammed into the back of an ice cream van last month killing three people has been indicted. Mark Garrett, 23, turned himself in Friday morning after he was indicted on several charges on Thursday.
Sean Spicer resigned on Friday. Sarah Huckabee Sanders was promoted to White House press secretary.
Sean Spicer resigned on Friday. Sarah Huckabee Sanders was promoted to White House press secretary.
The Odessa Police Department is looking for a suspect in connection with a house crash back on July 15.
The Odessa Police Department is looking for a suspect in connection with a house crash back on July 15.
Manhattan Toy recalls activity toys due to choking hazard. The colored plastic tubes on the product can become brittle and break into small pieces, posing a choking hazard to infants. The Winkel Colorburst teething and activity toy has multi-color plastic tubing inserted into a plastic cube with rattle beads inside. The model number and lot code are printed on the center of the cube and on the hang-tag and product packaging near the UPC code. Only activity balls with the follow...
Manhattan Toy recalls activity toys due to choking hazard. The colored plastic tubes on the product can become brittle and break into small pieces, posing a choking hazard to infants. The Winkel Colorburst teething and activity toy has multi-color plastic tubing inserted into a plastic cube with rattle beads inside. The model number and lot code are printed on the center of the cube and on the hang-tag and product packaging near the UPC code. Only activity balls with the follow...
A Seminole man led authorities on a chase reaching 100 MPH early Friday morning.
A Seminole man led authorities on a chase reaching 100 MPH early Friday morning.
State lawmakers finished up another day of the special session called by Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday.
State lawmakers finished up another day of the special session called by Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday.
For the second straight week, Odessa had three restaurants make our low performer list.
For the second straight week, Odessa had three restaurants make our low performer list.
A shooting inside an Odessa Walmart leads to a police chase ending at the suspects house. Police say the suspect is a former employee of the store and were able to track him down during a traffic stop.
A shooting inside an Odessa Walmart leads to a police chase ending at the suspects house. Police say the suspect is a former employee of the store and were able to track him down during a traffic stop.
The Midland Police Department needs your help locating a missing woman. Authorities are searching for Shaila Jiwani Noormohamed, 59. Noormohamed is 5-foot-5 inches tall and weighs around 200 pounds.
The Midland Police Department needs your help locating a missing woman. Authorities are searching for Shaila Jiwani Noormohamed, 59. Noormohamed is 5-foot-5 inches tall and weighs around 200 pounds.
Linkin Park's Chester Bennington has died at the age of 41. The case is being investigated as a suicide.
Linkin Park's Chester Bennington has died at the age of 41. The case is being investigated as a suicide.
President Donald Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner will return to Capitol Hill Tuesday for a second day of private meetings with congressional investigators.
President Donald Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner will return to Capitol Hill Tuesday for a second day of private meetings with congressional investigators.
At least a dozen GOP senators have openly said they oppose or criticized Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's legislation, which he's revised as he's hunted Republican support.
At least a dozen GOP senators have openly said they oppose or criticized Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's legislation, which he's revised as he's hunted Republican support.
Privately, Trump has speculated aloud to allies in recent days about the potential consequences of firing Sessions, according to three people who have recently spoken to the president.
Privately, Trump has speculated aloud to allies in recent days about the potential consequences of firing Sessions, according to three people who have recently spoken to the president.
A South African girl born with the AIDS virus has kept her infection suppressed for 8 1/2 years after stopping anti-HIV medicines.
A South African girl born with the AIDS virus has kept her infection suppressed for 8 1/2 years after stopping anti-HIV medicines.
Prosecutors say a woman accepted a ride offer from a man then grabbed his 21-month-old daughter and ran off.
Prosecutors say a woman accepted a ride offer from a man then grabbed his 21-month-old daughter and ran off.
Officials say nearly 20 other people rescued from the back of the rig early Sunday were hospitalized in dire condition, many with extreme dehydration and heatstroke.
Officials say nearly 20 other people rescued from the back of the rig early Sunday were hospitalized in dire condition, many with extreme dehydration and heatstroke.
Senate Republicans are now considering two versions of similar legislation, one that would repeal and replace, and another that would simply repeal "Obamacare" with a two-year delay for implementation to give the Senate more time to agree on a replacement.
Senate Republicans are now considering two versions of similar legislation, one that would repeal and replace, and another that would simply repeal "Obamacare" with a two-year delay for implementation to give the Senate more time to agree on a replacement.
The president's son-in-law has attracted attention for a December meeting with a leading Russian diplomat.
The president's son-in-law has attracted attention for a December meeting with a leading Russian diplomat.
The dentist is charged with failing to seek and provide adequate medical attention.
The dentist is charged with failing to seek and provide adequate medical attention.
Obdulia Sanchez was under the influence and livestreaming on Instagram when she rolled her car over into a barbed-wire fence and then a field. The crash killed her 14-year-old sister, Jacqueline.
Obdulia Sanchez was under the influence and livestreaming on Instagram when she rolled her car over into a barbed-wire fence and then a field. The crash killed her 14-year-old sister, Jacqueline.
The boy's dad was marrying his stepmom, and apparently her written tribute to him was so touching he couldn't hold back tears.
The boy's dad was marrying his stepmom, and apparently her written tribute to him was so touching he couldn't hold back tears.
Swiss police say that five people have been hospitalized, two of them with serious injuries, following an incident in the northern city of Schaffhausen.
Swiss police say that five people have been hospitalized, two of them with serious injuries, following an incident in the northern city of Schaffhausen.
A California bar devised a code drink women can order, alerting the staff to quietly intervene.
A California bar devised a code drink women can order, alerting the staff to quietly intervene.
The "Purpose" stadium tour had been going since March 2016. Upcoming dates included some U.S. stops at AT&T Stadium, the Rose Bowl and Gillette Stadium.
The "Purpose" stadium tour had been going since March 2016. Upcoming dates included some U.S. stops at AT&T Stadium, the Rose Bowl and Gillette Stadium.
This may spell the end, or at least the beginning of the end, for the 32-year-old feature.
This may spell the end, or at least the beginning of the end, for the 32-year-old feature.
The Senate will move forward with a vote this week on a Republican health care bill but it's not yet known whether the legislation will seek to replace the Affordable Care Act or simply repeal it.
The Senate will move forward with a vote this week on a Republican health care bill but it's not yet known whether the legislation will seek to replace the Affordable Care Act or simply repeal it.
The California Lottery Commission deemed the ticket invalid because the 16-year-old was not legally old enough to play the lottery.
The California Lottery Commission deemed the ticket invalid because the 16-year-old was not legally old enough to play the lottery.
Minneapolis police chief says she wants to let 'fresh set of leadership eyes' be in charge of department, resigns amid criticism over shooting of Australian woman who had called 911.
Minneapolis police chief says she wants to let 'fresh set of leadership eyes' be in charge of department, resigns amid criticism over shooting of Australian woman who had called 911.
The baby’s mother used heroin and prescription pain medication during her pregnancy, and the baby was born addicted to drugs, police say.
The baby’s mother used heroin and prescription pain medication during her pregnancy, and the baby was born addicted to drugs, police say.
As Sean Spicer prepares to leave White House, Sarah Huckabee Sanders to take over as press secretary and Anthony Scaramucci as head of the presidential communications team.
As Sean Spicer prepares to leave White House, Sarah Huckabee Sanders to take over as press secretary and Anthony Scaramucci as head of the presidential communications team.
Automation and offshoring threaten Americans jobs, and low-skill workers are especially vulnerable.
Automation and offshoring threaten Americans jobs, and low-skill workers are especially vulnerable.
A Tyler man is in the Smith County Jail this morning and charged with aggravated robbery.
A Tyler man is in the Smith County Jail this morning and charged with aggravated robbery.
DPS is currently responding to the scene of a fatal wreck involving a motorcycle and a vehicle.
DPS is currently responding to the scene of a fatal wreck involving a motorcycle and a vehicle.
The Midland Independent Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Chief Financial Officer and two new principals.
The Midland Independent Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Chief Financial Officer and two new principals.
A Texoma woman claims a child pulled a handgun out while on a school bus in Wichita Falls.
A Texoma woman claims a child pulled a handgun out while on a school bus in Wichita Falls.
A Wichita Falls man is recovering following an early morning house fire on the city's southwest side.
A Wichita Falls man is recovering following an early morning house fire on the city's southwest side.
Obdulia Sanchez was under the influence and livestreaming on Instagram when she rolled her car over into a barbed-wire fence and then a field. The crash killed her 14-year-old sister, Jacqueline.
Obdulia Sanchez was under the influence and livestreaming on Instagram when she rolled her car over into a barbed-wire fence and then a field. The crash killed her 14-year-old sister, Jacqueline.
Officials say nearly 20 other people rescued from the back of the rig early Sunday were hospitalized in dire condition, many with extreme dehydration and heatstroke.
Officials say nearly 20 other people rescued from the back of the rig early Sunday were hospitalized in dire condition, many with extreme dehydration and heatstroke.
Prosecutors say a woman accepted a ride offer from a man then grabbed his 21-month-old daughter and ran off.
Prosecutors say a woman accepted a ride offer from a man then grabbed his 21-month-old daughter and ran off.
The dentist is charged with failing to seek and provide adequate medical attention.
The dentist is charged with failing to seek and provide adequate medical attention.
The chip will be placed under the skin between the thumb and forefinger.
The chip will be placed under the skin between the thumb and forefinger.
A South African girl born with the AIDS virus has kept her infection suppressed for 8 1/2 years after stopping anti-HIV medicines.
A South African girl born with the AIDS virus has kept her infection suppressed for 8 1/2 years after stopping anti-HIV medicines.
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