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Governor Greg Abbott is bringing state lawmakers back to cover several topics. Abbott called a special session of the Texas Legislature next month. Lawmakers will discuss 20 different items including the controversial bathroom bill and property tax cuts.
Governor Greg Abbott is bringing state lawmakers back to cover several topics. Abbott called a special session of the Texas Legislature next month. Lawmakers will discuss 20 different items including the controversial bathroom bill and property tax cuts.
An Amber Alert has now been issued for a teen from Brewster County. Authorities are looking for Stormie Clemmer, 15.
An Amber Alert has now been issued for a teen from Brewster County. Authorities are looking for Stormie Clemmer, 15.
While many people were out cleaning up after the storm damage, some were taking record of the aftermath.
While many people were out cleaning up after the storm damage, some were taking record of the aftermath.
A man Odessa man is dead after rolling his truck Friday night in Ector County at 9:45 p.m.
A man Odessa man is dead after rolling his truck Friday night in Ector County at 9:45 p.m.
Another hail storm left many areas of Midland residents and workers cleaning up the damages Saturday.
Another hail storm left many areas of Midland residents and workers cleaning up the damages Saturday.
The family for one of the victims in Thursday night's fatal accident put up a memorial for their loved one.
The family for one of the victims in Thursday night's fatal accident put up a memorial for their loved one.
A Texas college student has hilariously recreated her family pictures and replaced them with pictures of her chihuahua.
A Texas college student has hilariously recreated her family pictures and replaced them with pictures of her chihuahua.
North Korea has denied it cruelly treated or tortured an American student who was detained for more than year and died days after being released in a coma.
North Korea has denied it cruelly treated or tortured an American student who was detained for more than year and died days after being released in a coma.
An Amber Alert has been issued for an 11-year-old girl missing out of Corpus Christi.
An Amber Alert has been issued for an 11-year-old girl missing out of Corpus Christi.
Many people know the George W. Bush childhood home in Midland. It's become a Texas landmark that many Midlanders are proud of, but it soon could become a national landmark, all thanks to U.S. Representative Mike Conaway.
Many people know the George W. Bush childhood home in Midland. It's become a Texas landmark that many Midlanders are proud of, but it soon could become a national landmark, all thanks to U.S. Representative Mike Conaway.
The American Red Cross of Southwest Texas is currently in damage assessment mode. They are asking residents if you have any needs in Midland to contact non-emergency dispatch at (432) 685-7110.
The American Red Cross of Southwest Texas is currently in damage assessment mode. They are asking residents if you have any needs in Midland to contact non-emergency dispatch at (432) 685-7110.
According to Sue Mercer with ONCOR, crews from Metroplex are headed to the area to assist with power restoration.
According to Sue Mercer with ONCOR, crews from Metroplex are headed to the area to assist with power restoration.
Mother Nature made her presence felt across the Permian Basin tonight. Here are just some of the photos that you've sent to us.
Mother Nature made her presence felt across the Permian Basin tonight. Here are just some of the photos that you've sent to us.
Eight families cannot stay in their homes tonight after the roof collapsed at Chaparral Apartments in Midland.
Eight families cannot stay in their homes tonight after the roof collapsed at Chaparral Apartments in Midland.
Fire crews in Midland are working to contain a house fire in the 700 block of Storey Ave.
Fire crews in Midland are working to contain a house fire in the 700 block of Storey Ave.
The George W. Bush Childhood Home is a remarkable attraction for the Tall City. This week U.S. Representative Mike Conaway reintroduced a resolution that would endeavor an analysis to make the home a national historical landmark and part of the National Park System.
The George W. Bush Childhood Home is a remarkable attraction for the Tall City. This week U.S. Representative Mike Conaway reintroduced a resolution that would endeavor an analysis to make the home a national historical landmark and part of the National Park System.
Many Odessans are still trying to pick up the pieces from last week's hail storms and now the City of Odessa wants to ask the state to step in. The state guidelines for stepping in require at least 25 homes to be unlivable and uninsured.
Many Odessans are still trying to pick up the pieces from last week's hail storms and now the City of Odessa wants to ask the state to step in. The state guidelines for stepping in require at least 25 homes to be unlivable and uninsured.
Lots of damage reports are starting to come in from the city of Hobbs. The National Weather Service is reporting that Millen Drive, east of Highway 18, is closed due to flooding.
Lots of damage reports are starting to come in from the city of Hobbs. The National Weather Service is reporting that Millen Drive, east of Highway 18, is closed due to flooding.
Border Patrol agents from the Big Bend Sector made a very large drug bust on Thursday afternoon. We're told a total of 1,537 pounds was seized from a 2003 Ford F-150 truck, about 20 miles southeast of Alpine.
Border Patrol agents from the Big Bend Sector made a very large drug bust on Thursday afternoon. We're told a total of 1,537 pounds was seized from a 2003 Ford F-150 truck, about 20 miles southeast of Alpine.
Authorities say a military jet apparently practicing for an Ohio air show has been involved in an accident.
Authorities say a military jet apparently practicing for an Ohio air show has been involved in an accident.
The heat is definitely on across the Permian Basin. According to the National Weather Service in Midland, a record high temperature of 108 degrees was set at the Midland International Air and Space Port just after 4 p.m.
The heat is definitely on across the Permian Basin. According to the National Weather Service in Midland, a record high temperature of 108 degrees was set at the Midland International Air and Space Port just after 4 p.m.
The City of Odessa is reporting some residents will be without water on Tuesday, June 27. We're told residents in the 800 to 1400 blocks of North Jackson Ave. and on Hancock Avenue between 8th Street and 15th Street will be without water.
The City of Odessa is reporting some residents will be without water on Tuesday, June 27. We're told residents in the 800 to 1400 blocks of North Jackson Ave. and on Hancock Avenue between 8th Street and 15th Street will be without water.
Odessa police tell us the four-year-old child that was taken to a Lubbock hospital is now in Dallas. We're also told the wrong-way driver, Isidro Martinez, was released from the hospital on Thursday.
Odessa police tell us the four-year-old child that was taken to a Lubbock hospital is now in Dallas. We're also told the wrong-way driver, Isidro Martinez, was released from the hospital on Thursday.
The Odessa fire chief with Odessa Fire-Rescue has announced his retirement. Fire Chief Roger Boyd will retire on July 12, 2017.
The Odessa fire chief with Odessa Fire-Rescue has announced his retirement. Fire Chief Roger Boyd will retire on July 12, 2017.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday. Strong to severe storms are expected to pop up near a cold front this afternoon and evening.
The First Alert Weather Team has issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday. Strong to severe storms are expected to pop up near a cold front this afternoon and evening.
Police are on the scene of a deadly crash in Odessa. Details are very limited at this time but Odessa police tell us the accident is located at Grandview Ave and Yukon Road.
Police are on the scene of a deadly crash in Odessa. Details are very limited at this time but Odessa police tell us the accident is located at Grandview Ave and Yukon Road.
The Midland Fire Department has contained a fire at X-Chem Inc.
The Midland Fire Department has contained a fire at X-Chem Inc.
California's attorney general is blocking state-funded travel to Texas and three other states in response to what he considers anti-LGBT rights laws enacted this year.
California's attorney general is blocking state-funded travel to Texas and three other states in response to what he considers anti-LGBT rights laws enacted this year.
The week of Memorial Day was an extremely successful one for restaurants in Midland and Odessa.
The week of Memorial Day was an extremely successful one for restaurants in Midland and Odessa.
The Odessa police department welcomed six new officers today. They were sworn in at the MCM Elegante hotel in front of family and friends.
The Odessa police department welcomed six new officers today. They were sworn in at the MCM Elegante hotel in front of family and friends.
Texting and driving, almost everyone does it even though it is about to become illegal in Texas in the coming months. Two seconds is all it takes to change a life with a quick glance down.
Texting and driving, almost everyone does it even though it is about to become illegal in Texas in the coming months. Two seconds is all it takes to change a life with a quick glance down.
It might be mostly sunny skies, but a lot of us here in the Basin are still picking up the pieces of last week's severe weather. One insurance company set up shop and is inspecting almost 200 cars per day for claims at Ratliff Stadium.
It might be mostly sunny skies, but a lot of us here in the Basin are still picking up the pieces of last week's severe weather. One insurance company set up shop and is inspecting almost 200 cars per day for claims at Ratliff Stadium.
A Midland police officer just made his way back to Permian Basin after competing in the Texas police games. He didn't come home empty handed, he won first and second place in several categories.
A Midland police officer just made his way back to Permian Basin after competing in the Texas police games. He didn't come home empty handed, he won first and second place in several categories.
If you're a parent with a small child, the Odessa fire- will be out tomorrow making sure your child's safety seat is properly installed.
If you're a parent with a small child, the Odessa fire- will be out tomorrow making sure your child's safety seat is properly installed.
The annual West of the Pecos Rodeo is already in full swing and will continue this weekend.
The annual West of the Pecos Rodeo is already in full swing and will continue this weekend.
The Midland Police Department arrested a man after a five-month-old was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries late Wednesday evening.
The Midland Police Department arrested a man after a five-month-old was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries late Wednesday evening.
A grand jury will hear evidence in a fatal crash A West Odessa woman is dead and two others injured following a rollover crash Saturday afternoon in Southwest Odessa.
A grand jury will hear evidence in a fatal crash A West Odessa woman is dead and two others injured following a rollover crash Saturday afternoon in Southwest Odessa.
A cross country case of a missing child, was solved in Odessa on Tuesday. A family of a three-year-old child reported her missing and in danger out of Colorado.
A cross country case of a missing child, was solved in Odessa on Tuesday. A family of a three-year-old child reported her missing and in danger out of Colorado.
The boil water notice for the Greater Gardendale Water Supply corporation has been lifted. We're told the water is safe to drink and everything is back to normal.
The boil water notice for the Greater Gardendale Water Supply corporation has been lifted. We're told the water is safe to drink and everything is back to normal.
The group is teaming up with cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks to introduce a series of 18 cybersecurity badges for girls.
The group is teaming up with cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks to introduce a series of 18 cybersecurity badges for girls.
Brewster County deputies and U.S. Border Patrol stopped a truck carrying a large amount of marijuana.
Brewster County deputies and U.S. Border Patrol stopped a truck carrying a large amount of marijuana.
Lower federal courts have so far agreed with opponents of the travel ban, who argue it targets Muslims in violation of federal law and the Constitution and stems from Trump's campaign pledge to halt the entry of all Muslims into the U.S.
Lower federal courts have so far agreed with opponents of the travel ban, who argue it targets Muslims in violation of federal law and the Constitution and stems from Trump's campaign pledge to halt the entry of all Muslims into the U.S.
The Balmorhea State Park is closed after a lightning strike hit a power line during Friday night's storms.
The Balmorhea State Park is closed after a lightning strike hit a power line during Friday night's storms.
The Supreme Court justices are expected to rule on the Trump administration's travel ban before taking their summer break.
The Supreme Court justices are expected to rule on the Trump administration's travel ban before taking their summer break.
SpaceX is going for a weekend double-header with a planned launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, just two days after a successful satellite launch from Florida.
SpaceX is going for a weekend double-header with a planned launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, just two days after a successful satellite launch from Florida.
Officials: Teenage girl falls 25 feet from gondola ride at update New York amusement park, no serious injuries reported.
Officials: Teenage girl falls 25 feet from gondola ride at update New York amusement park, no serious injuries reported.
So far, five Republican senators are expressing opposition to the Senate GOP plan that would scuttle much of former President Barack Obama's health law, as they await a key analysis from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.
So far, five Republican senators are expressing opposition to the Senate GOP plan that would scuttle much of former President Barack Obama's health law, as they await a key analysis from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.
CIA Director Mike Pompeo says he thinks the disclosure of America's secret intelligence is on the rise, fueled partly by the "worship" of leakers like Edward Snowden.
CIA Director Mike Pompeo says he thinks the disclosure of America's secret intelligence is on the rise, fueled partly by the "worship" of leakers like Edward Snowden.
A Pakistani official says more than 100 people have been killed after an oil tanker overturned and burst into flames.
A Pakistani official says more than 100 people have been killed after an oil tanker overturned and burst into flames.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has unwrapped his plan for dismantling President Barack Obama's health care law.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has unwrapped his plan for dismantling President Barack Obama's health care law.
The man’s attorney asked for a shorter sentence because his client was distraught over a previous incident in which his wife was injured by a robber.
The man’s attorney asked for a shorter sentence because his client was distraught over a previous incident in which his wife was injured by a robber.
Melania Trump is two weeks into life as a full-time Washingtonian and says she's enjoying White House life so much that she isn't really missing New York.
Melania Trump is two weeks into life as a full-time Washingtonian and says she's enjoying White House life so much that she isn't really missing New York.
Norwegian activists collect money to fix vandalized penis-shaped rock formation near Stavanger.
Norwegian activists collect money to fix vandalized penis-shaped rock formation near Stavanger.
A Southern California man who thought his son had died has learned he buried the wrong man.
A Southern California man who thought his son had died has learned he buried the wrong man.
The Supreme Court is entering its final week of work before a summer hiatus.
The Supreme Court is entering its final week of work before a summer hiatus.
Saudi security forces say a suicide bomber blew himself up near the Grand Mosque at Mecca as police disrupted a plot to target the holiest site in Islam just as the fasting month of Ramadan ends.
Saudi security forces say a suicide bomber blew himself up near the Grand Mosque at Mecca as police disrupted a plot to target the holiest site in Islam just as the fasting month of Ramadan ends.
The children died after their mother left them inside a hot car to teach them a lesson, deputies say.
The children died after their mother left them inside a hot car to teach them a lesson, deputies say.
Check your toddler's Yummy Spoonfuls chicken bites to ensure they are not on the recall list.
Check your toddler's Yummy Spoonfuls chicken bites to ensure they are not on the recall list.
You can increase your odds of keeping your health while playing in the water this summer by following a few safety tips.
You can increase your odds of keeping your health while playing in the water this summer by following a few safety tips.
Johnny Depp wants to know the last time an actor assassinated a president.
Johnny Depp wants to know the last time an actor assassinated a president.
A total of five Republican senators are now opposing the Senate GOP health care bill, yet they remain open to changes in measure.
A total of five Republican senators are now opposing the Senate GOP health care bill, yet they remain open to changes in measure.
Disneyland devotee visits theme park for 2,000 days in a row.
Disneyland devotee visits theme park for 2,000 days in a row.
California Gov. Jerry Brown has blocked parole for Charles Manson follower Bruce Davis.
California Gov. Jerry Brown has blocked parole for Charles Manson follower Bruce Davis.
The women wanted to keep their dog close so they asked that a veterinary hospital have him cremated.
The women wanted to keep their dog close so they asked that a veterinary hospital have him cremated.
The man is a big fan of Michael Jordan, so he decided on the tattoo after constantly hearing James being compared to Jordan.
The man is a big fan of Michael Jordan, so he decided on the tattoo after constantly hearing James being compared to Jordan.
The Washington Post is providing a detailed account of the Obama administration's struggle with Russian hacking into the 2016 presidential election.
The Washington Post is providing a detailed account of the Obama administration's struggle with Russian hacking into the 2016 presidential election.
Forecasters expect remnants of Tropical Depression Cindy to drench parts of Tennessee, Kentucky and West Virginia, bringing heavy rainfall, possible flash flooding and higher river and lake levels through the weekend.
Forecasters expect remnants of Tropical Depression Cindy to drench parts of Tennessee, Kentucky and West Virginia, bringing heavy rainfall, possible flash flooding and higher river and lake levels through the weekend.
Flashing, battery-powered eyelashes are being promoted as a must-have make-up accessory.
Flashing, battery-powered eyelashes are being promoted as a must-have make-up accessory.
A CNN sketch artist drew images of a White House press briefing because at some of the events cameras are being prohibited.
A CNN sketch artist drew images of a White House press briefing because at some of the events cameras are being prohibited.
Zola the gorilla has pretty mean dance moves and showed off his skills at the Dallas Zoo.
Zola the gorilla has pretty mean dance moves and showed off his skills at the Dallas Zoo.
Some franchises just won't die, and it's because moviegoers like you won't stop buying tickets.
Some franchises just won't die, and it's because moviegoers like you won't stop buying tickets.
It's in honor of Oskar Fischinger, an artist who was known for creating visual renderings to accompany music in various short films throughout his life. Friday marks what would have been his 117th birthday.
It's in honor of Oskar Fischinger, an artist who was known for creating visual renderings to accompany music in various short films throughout his life. Friday marks what would have been his 117th birthday.
A teen went outside the home to see about a pit bull and may have been struck by a ricocheting bullet fired by sheriff's deputies. He later died.
A teen went outside the home to see about a pit bull and may have been struck by a ricocheting bullet fired by sheriff's deputies. He later died.
A new mother said TSA officers dumped her breast milk at security at Denver International Airport.
A new mother said TSA officers dumped her breast milk at security at Denver International Airport.
At first, the family thought the baby deer had fallen in. But she kept squeezing through the gate every day to swim and and enjoy the Jacuzzi.
At first, the family thought the baby deer had fallen in. But she kept squeezing through the gate every day to swim and and enjoy the Jacuzzi.
Russ the Rapper made a pit stop in Amarillo Sunday evening.
Russ the Rapper made a pit stop in Amarillo Sunday evening.
Panhandle Pride held their annual Pride Festival, community celebration and picnic today at Memorial Park.
Panhandle Pride held their annual Pride Festival, community celebration and picnic today at Memorial Park.
Eight women graduated form the Downtown Women's Center Recovery Program today.
Eight women graduated form the Downtown Women's Center Recovery Program today.
The KCBD Sports Xtra staff breaks down all of the high school coaching changes that has happened over the past week. Plus, the Texas Tech rodeo team won the Team Roping National Championship at the College National Finals Rodeo in Wyoming.
The KCBD Sports Xtra staff breaks down all of the high school coaching changes that has happened over the past week. Plus, the Texas Tech rodeo team won the Team Roping National Championship at the College National Finals Rodeo in Wyoming.
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center cancer patients were given a special sendoff Sunday morning before heading to a week-long summer camp.
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center cancer patients were given a special sendoff Sunday morning before heading to a week-long summer camp.
Click here for all your tax needs as tax season is quickly approaching.
Click here for all your tax needs as tax season is quickly approaching.
A Marine Corps veteran is telling FOX10 News how he got out of a violent burglary alive.
A Marine Corps veteran is telling FOX10 News how he got out of a violent burglary alive.
A University of South Carolina student who is on a trip in Peru is missing.
A University of South Carolina student who is on a trip in Peru is missing.
Police are still struggling for words to describe the attack that took place in Baxley Thursday afternoon after a mother and her daughter were assaulted at their family-owned restaurant.
Police are still struggling for words to describe the attack that took place in Baxley Thursday afternoon after a mother and her daughter were assaulted at their family-owned restaurant.
A 17-year-old girl who went missing from the Ballantyne area more than a year ago was found alive in Georgia Sunday.
A 17-year-old girl who went missing from the Ballantyne area more than a year ago was found alive in Georgia Sunday.
The Tebow train is leaving Columbia!
The Tebow train is leaving Columbia!
A Southern California man who thought his son had died has learned he buried the wrong man.
A Southern California man who thought his son had died has learned he buried the wrong man.
SpaceX is going for a weekend double-header with a planned launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, just two days after a successful satellite launch from Florida.
SpaceX is going for a weekend double-header with a planned launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, just two days after a successful satellite launch from Florida.
Chance the Rapper was honored as a rapper and humanitarian at the 2017 BET Awards.
Chance the Rapper was honored as a rapper and humanitarian at the 2017 BET Awards.
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